Christmas Market Date Change!

Please note that, due to unforseen circumstances, the original date of the Achill Country Markets Christmas Market has changed. It will now be held on Sunday, December 20th at Ted Lavelle's, Cashel, Achill, from 2 - 4pm. Orders can be placed at the above E-mail address. Hoping to see you there!

Country Market at Achill Sheep Show 2009

Achill Country Market were at the Achill 2009 Sheep Show at Patten's Lounge Bar, Derreens, Achill island, on Sunday, 11th October. There was a huge turnout for the show, the largest yet, and this year Achill Country Market were able to use a marquee adjoining the pub.
Thank you to all our customers who attended.
On the day the sun came out and a great time was had by all. There was plenty of goods on offer by members, as well as traditional wool spinning and basket weaving demonstrations.

In addition, the Vegetable contest entries were on display in the marquee and the interior was festooned with childrens colourful and varied entries in a Show Poster competition. There was a continuous throng of visitors to the marquee and business was brisk.

Needless to say everyone had a fabulous time and agreed it was an event not to be missed, especially with Achill Country Market attending. Of course, we shall be attending again next year.

Summer at Achill Country Market

Hello everyone and welcome to the Summer update for Achill Country Market.
Now Summer is in full swing we have wonderful fresh produce each week - but make sure you come early so you are not dissapointed.
In recent weeks we have been selling chemical free lettuce, broad beans, mixed salad leaves, shallots, courgettes and new potatoes.
In addition there are fresh soups - carrot and coriander is a favourite - and of course many varieties of cakes and fresh-laid hen eggs.
We have also gained four new members who are very welcome and have added to our crafts and baking goods.
As part of the recent Achill Seafood Festival, an extension to the market included the sale of a variety of frsh fish and crabs claws which were very popular. Crabs claws are presently available at the market.
Hoping to see you at the next market.

12th Birthday Celebrations!

We were up early today, eagerly hanging bunting, fastening balloons, and setting our stalls as attractively as possible with lovely produce, for our Achill Country Market 12th Birthday Celebrations.
Thank you to all our customers - holidaymakers and islanders - who turned out in support for our Opening Market of 2009.
Today was a triple celebration. Not only was it the market's 12th birthday, and our first market of 2009, but we were also celebrating two new members who have joined this season. Their produce will add further variety to our baking and craft selection. You are very welcome.
Don't forget, Achill Country Market is held at Ted Lavelle's, Cashel, on Achill island on Friday mornings - see panel for details.
Hoping to see you all next week.

12th Birthday Opening and Celebrations!

Achill Country Market’s New Season begins on May, 29^th, the exact same date when it all began twelve years ago in 1997.

Ever since then, there has been a band of eager producers offering their quality, assorted goods for their customers.

Their motto is ‘Freshness and Quality at a Reasonable Price.’

The wide range of produce on offer includes Traditional Baking such as brown bread, tea bracks, fresh scones, mouthwatering sponge cakes, and apple tarts. Even allergy sufferers needn’t miss out, with cakes available

made from spelt wheat.

Jams, marmalades and chutneys in variety are always popular, and rightly so. Oh, and did we mention the hand-made fudge? Delicious!

There is a range of health-inducing Chemical-free Vegetables – courgettes, leeks, potatoes, salad fare - and herbs, including thyme; tarragon; sage and parsley. Seaweeds gathered from Achill’s beautifully clean shores, such as dillisk and carrageen, are very popular.

Lovely free-range hen and duck eggs from small family flocks are offered.

Original handmade crafts include stylish scarves, handspun woollen bags and hats, babyware and cot-quilts, printed cloth bags, hand-made Greetings cards and bookmarks, and small original watercolour paintings.

As if that weren’t enough there is a range of interesting and practical vividly-coloured pottery. Last but not least, there is a range of Achill-grown ornamental plants and shrubs festooned with foliage and flowers.

So, why not go along to Ted Lavelles, Cashel, on Friday, May 29^th between 11am and 1pm and join in the Celebrations.

For further info: www.achillcountrymarket.blogspot.com

For Orders: achillcountrymarket@gmail.com

A Great Easter Market!

There was a good turnout for the Achill Easter Country Market today. Our producers had been busy and there was plenty on offer for our customers.

Here are some photos taken at the market showing our producers, some of their goods, and eager customers.

Thanks to all those who came along and supported us. We raised 200 Euros for Western Alzheimers.

If you haven't yet visited our market why not come along - our next market on Friday, 29th May, is the 12th Anniversary of our first market.

Welcome to our blog!

Hi everyone, and welcome to Achill Country Market's blog. We shall be posting all the news relating to our produce and forthcoming market events.

Firstly, let us say that we value your custom and opinions. So let us know what your experience of the market is.

We are a small co-operative of Achill-based producers, committed to providing high-quality, value for money, goods.

All our produce is grown, raised, baked, or produced in Achill by our members.

Plants are suitable for growing in Achill's weather conditions and are suitable for sea-side gardens.

Our fresh, high-quality, duck and hen eggs are from small free-range flocks.

Vegetables are grown chemical and pesticide free, using natural fertilisers.

Our home baked cakes and breads are fresh and delicious, and include spelt wheat products suitable for certain allergy sufferers.