About the Organic Farm

We recently marked the twenty-fifth anniversary of the founding of An Tairseach and the first courageous steps that were taken by our founders towards establishing a community focussed on organic farming, conservation and ecological education.

In many ways, our seventy acre farm, a striking green belt on the hills above Wicklow Town, overlooking the Irish Sea and visible for miles around, is the centre of what we do. Our cattle and pigs, our tillage fields, our native species woodland plantations, and our historic gardens, amount to an array of habitats and species which, season to season, allow our work to be abundant and sustainable.

We have developed our land and journeyed with it, from the days of its conversion from its previous use as a typical intensive farm, to its status today as an innovative leader in the Irish organic movement. An Tairseach farm acquired organic status in 2006.

Over the years a great many dedicated farming, horticulture and retail staff have contributed to our progress. Our current farm staff are uniquely talented. Witnessing each day nature’s own regenerative power and the impact of the organic method, their work takes place at the cutting edge of the global climate change response, and makes a special contribution to the preservation of biodiversity, habitats and soil health.

Through the year, when you buy organic produce in the An Tairseach farm shop or at our market stalls on Saturdays, you will encounter an enthusiasm and understanding which links back to the hands on work that happens on our farm.

Our fresh organic offerings include potatoes, onions, kale, leaks, aubergines, courgettes, lettuce, tomatoes, sweetcorn, beetroot, kohl rabi, cauliflower, peas, broad beans, peppers, garlic, and herbs.

Distinguished by exceptional quality and flavour, the farm to fork experience that our customers enjoy is also a true experience of environmental community.

Organic Farm Shop

Across Wicklow and beyond, our beautifully situated farm shop has long been synonymous with fresh and delicious organic produce, convenient ethical shopping, and progressive environmental action.

In the early 2000s, word had spread quickly that the Dominican sisters who founded An Tairseach were producing award-winning organic vegetables. Dozens of Wicklow families signed up to the An Tairseach box scheme, as part of which there was a weekly collection point in the An Tairseach farm yard.

This sense of an encounter between members of the public and the organic farmers was intended to promote understanding with regard to the opportunities for environmental renewal and healthy local food production, central concerns for the founders of An Tairseach, who as part of their core philosophy did not make strict distinctions between farming, conservation and education.

This early success led to the establishment of the An Tairseach Organic farm shop in what was formerly a milking parlour, an atmospheric setting which continues to offer customers the experience of crossing a threshold into the innovative world of sustainable and ethical food production.

Availing of our delicious fresh seasonal produce, our meat and vegetables and fruit, or our array of environmentally friendly home products, wholefoods, and cleaning products, you are participating in a collective effort of environmental renewal, and you are part of an authentic local community with national and international significance.

We also have a reputation as a stockist of local artisanal produce, such as honey and chocolate, organic milk and eggs. You’ll find beautiful nature-themed gift ideas too, and our barista coffee experience means you can linger, make friends, admire the old roof beams (always a talking point), and tap into the famous An Tairseach inspiration while you’re at it. Our knowledgeable staff will always be glad to see you. As we like to say: connection is in our nature.

Farm Markets

The expansion of organic production depends on State investment and increased environmental awareness among consumers, but it also depends on the willingness of producers to go the extra mile.

Every Saturday, we have stalls at two superb markets: Killruddery Farm Market on the grounds of Killruddery House in Bray, and the Supernatural Organic Food Market on Pearse Street in Dublin City. We take pride in bringing the finest An Tairseach produce to our diverse community of customers in this way. It is always a joy to be in a setting where true sustainability is highly valued, and both of these markets are vibrant and sociable.

Farm Shop                  Winter Opening Hours

Daily:   Monday to Saturday   9:30am – 5pm                     Sunday   11am to 4pm

Phone: 0404 61914

Email:  farmshop@antairseach.ie

Deliveries

We are doing local deliveries in Wicklow Town throughout the week and  box deliveries to Killruddery for collection or nearby delivery between 10.30am-12.00pm on Saturdays.

Please contact us by phone or email for more information.