18 March 2021
We are pleased to welcome Matthew to our Garden Centre team. He has been working very hard over the last few weeks preparing the Garden Centre for our click and collect service following the recent government guidance, and ultimately to welcome you back on site as soon as we can. The polytunnels are already full of bedding plants ready to burst into colour, and we will keep you updated as we stock up on summer packs, bedding plants, shrubs and lots of other garden essentials. You can cont
Whats Happening
Annual Vet Inspection
18 September 2020
We are pleased to say we had our Annual Vet Inspection at the farm with Claire Vets and they were happy with everything on the farm. Vet Conor stated: "I carried out a routine inspection of the Kilcreggan Urban Farm and found all of the animal husbandry to be of a satisfactory standard. All enclosures were examined and provide a proper living enviroment for all animals on the farm. The diet and normal feeding habbits were discussed with the farm manager along with the medical
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We are pleased to say we had our Annual Vet Inspection at the farm with Claire Vets and they were happy with everything on the farm. Vet Conor stated: "I carried out a routine inspection of the Kilcreggan Urban Farm and found all of the animal husbandry to be of a satisfactory standard. All enclosures were examined and provide a proper living enviroment for all animals on the farm. The diet and normal feeding habbits were discussed with the farm manager along with the medical
Rosie and Jim
1 September 2020
Good afternoon Rosie and Jim are both settling into the farm so well and we are really beginning to see their own little personalities We can’t wait for you all to meet them!! Unfortunately we are still CLOSED to the public however we will be sure to to let everyone know once we are open again Until then, we will continue to keep everyone up to date on what’s happening on the farm
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Good afternoon Rosie and Jim are both settling into the farm so well and we are really beginning to see their own little personalities We can’t wait for you all to meet them!! Unfortunately we are still CLOSED to the public however we will be sure to to let everyone know once we are open again Until then, we will continue to keep everyone up to date on what’s happening on the farm
Update on the farm site
21 August 2020
We have been inundated with enquiries and requests about when we might reopen- we know that you farm fans , local families and neighbours are really missing your visits to see the animals and we really appreciate your support and encouragement- but did you know ?...Kilcreggan provides housing , farm opportunities, employment and drop in facilities to a whopping 130 + adults with learning disability across our housing , farm and facilities in Carrickfergus, Larne and Magherafelt We love welcomi
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We have been inundated with enquiries and requests about when we might reopen- we know that you farm fans , local families and neighbours are really missing your visits to see the animals and we really appreciate your support and encouragement- but did you know ?...Kilcreggan provides housing , farm opportunities, employment and drop in facilities to a whopping 130 + adults with learning disability across our housing , farm and facilities in Carrickfergus, Larne and Magherafelt We love welcomi
Annual AGM Meeting
3 June 2020
Our Annual AGM meeting is being held on Wednesday 3rd June at 5:30pm. If you would like more information please email info@kilcreggan.org.uk.
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Our Annual AGM meeting is being held on Wednesday 3rd June at 5:30pm. If you would like more information please email info@kilcreggan.org.uk.
Christmas Shop is now open
10 December 2019
The Christmas Shop is now open every day, check out our favourite gardener Phil in this little video. Come along and find your Christmas spirit, any profit from your purchases goes directly back into our projects with Adults with Learning Disability at Kilcreggan. Well done Phil your a natural in front of the camera. We are excited and looking forward to welcoming you all !
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The Christmas Shop is now open every day, check out our favourite gardener Phil in this little video. Come along and find your Christmas spirit, any profit from your purchases goes directly back into our projects with Adults with Learning Disability at Kilcreggan. Well done Phil your a natural in front of the camera. We are excited and looking forward to welcoming you all !
Christmas Event is coming!
6 December 2019
Come along to our Christmas Event. Friday 6th December 5-8pm. There will be lots of exciting activities happening on the night including a BBQ, FREE face painting, Christmas stalls, offers in our Garden Centre including FREE next day delivery if you buy your Christmass tree on the night. We also have LIVE music all evening including: Tim Johnston 5-6pm Hillcroft Makaton Choir 6-6:30pm Carrick Silverband 6:30-7pm Carrick Sing Choir 7-8pm Please come along and get into t
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Come along to our Christmas Event. Friday 6th December 5-8pm. There will be lots of exciting activities happening on the night including a BBQ, FREE face painting, Christmas stalls, offers in our Garden Centre including FREE next day delivery if you buy your Christmass tree on the night. We also have LIVE music all evening including: Tim Johnston 5-6pm Hillcroft Makaton Choir 6-6:30pm Carrick Silverband 6:30-7pm Carrick Sing Choir 7-8pm Please come along and get into t
Christmas Farm event
6 December 2019
We have a lovely evening experience planned for you Farm Fans on Friday 6th December, a music inspired event to celebrate, spend time with family, friends, community and start the Yuletide season off with fun, celebrations and a reminder of what’s really important ?????? Details to be revealed! ? Watch this space for updates on our gorgeous Christmas Trees and winter plants, the Garden Centre is beginning to look a lot like Christmas and is open daily. We are looking for
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We have a lovely evening experience planned for you Farm Fans on Friday 6th December, a music inspired event to celebrate, spend time with family, friends, community and start the Yuletide season off with fun, celebrations and a reminder of what’s really important ?????? Details to be revealed! ? Watch this space for updates on our gorgeous Christmas Trees and winter plants, the Garden Centre is beginning to look a lot like Christmas and is open daily. We are looking for
Lottie
Lottie pig, our much loved girl at the farm, passed away in early October. Lottie will be remembered by our farmers, visitors, and everyone who met her. Lottie loved, handfed tomatoes, cheese sandwiches, and lots of treats. Lottie enjoyed a good scratch behind the ears, and a nice bath. Lottie, in her earlier years, enjoyed a good dander around the farm, trying to sneak a nibble at the plants from the garden centre. We would love to hear your memories of Lottie-feel free to tel
Halloween
25 October 2019
The Dancing Goat is celebrating Halloween all next week while the kids are off. There is story telling every day at 2.30pm by Scary Mary, The Ghost of Halloween Past and other Spooky Guests. Come in Fancy Dress for spot prizes. Spooky treats are available. Spooktacular Platters are still available to order for Halloween. £15 serves 10! The farm and garden centre are also open all next week as well as the fanatastic Christmas Shop.
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The Dancing Goat is celebrating Halloween all next week while the kids are off. There is story telling every day at 2.30pm by Scary Mary, The Ghost of Halloween Past and other Spooky Guests. Come in Fancy Dress for spot prizes. Spooky treats are available. Spooktacular Platters are still available to order for Halloween. £15 serves 10! The farm and garden centre are also open all next week as well as the fanatastic Christmas Shop.
