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Our Cottage Markets help communities develop from the inside out as each village and town creates a market that reflects the diverse skills and talents of the people that live there.

Contact Us

The Cottage Market
GROW HQ
Ardkeen
Waterford
Phone: 051-584422
Email: karen@giy.ie

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Meet the Makers:

  • Pat Murphy
    Pat Murphy, the skilled craftsman and wood turner behind CK53... […]
  • Beth Lee
    Soapmaker Beth Lee is reaping the success of years dedicated to perfecting her natural soaps... […]
  • Siobhain Doherty
    Siobhan, a key member of the The Cottage Market Kildorrery Crew, is owner of... […]

Some Cottage Markets facts:

  • Led by the community for the community and develops organically ‘from the inside out”.
  • All about inclusivity and having a go which encourages amateur producers/hobbyists of all ages to take part.
  • Attracts a diverse range of stallholders, produce and customers.
  • Committed to developing and showcasing the skills, talents and interests of local people, rather than ‘parachuting in’ professional traders.
  • commercial with a small c and Community with a capital C.

Some Cottage Markets facts:

  • Led by the community for the community and develops organically ‘from the inside out”.
  • All about inclusivity and having a go which encourages amateur producers/hobbyists of all ages to take part which in turn attracts a diverse range of stallholders, produce and customers.
  • Committed to developing and showcasing the skills, talents and interests of local people, rather than ‘parachuting in’ professional traders
  • commercial with a small c and Community with a capital C

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