Circular Locations

What's happening in Connacht?

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In Connacht, local communities are leading the way with innovative approaches to waste reduction, resource sharing and making the most out of all that we have.

From the Atlantic coast to the midlands, you'll find community-led initiatives that are making circular choices accessible and practical. These grassroots efforts prove that sustainable living doesn't require sacrifice – just creativity and connection.

Lifestyle & Services

Plastic Free Kinvara (Kinvara) Community initiative promoting plastic-free living and sustainable alternatives to reduce single-use plastics.
Party Kit - Mayo County Council (Mayo) Library service offering reusable party kits for sustainable celebrations and waste-free events
Michelle Made This (Roscommon) Sewing and sustainability blog featuring DIY projects, creative business advice, and circular living skills.
Mary Robinson Centre (Ballina) Climate hub hosting monthly swap shops and environmental events as part of the Green Town initiative.
Cloth Nappy Library (Ireland) Community library service providing access to reusable cloth nappies to promote sustainable parenting choices.
Upsew Workshops and classes in sewing and repair.

Food & Eating

The Filling Station (Galway) Zero waste eco store offering refills and package-free shopping for household and personal care items.
Pax Wholefoods and Eco Goods (Westport) Wholefood store and eco shop providing refills and sustainable grocery options.
All Things Natural (Sligo) Health food store offering refills and natural products for sustainable shopping.
Open Food Network Ireland (Ireland) Online marketplace connecting consumers directly with local food producers and sustainable food systems.
Food Cloud (Ireland) Food redistribution platform connecting surplus food from businesses with charities and community groups.

Repair & Reuse

Charity Retail Ireland (Ireland) Network of charity shops promoting reuse and supporting charitable causes through second-hand retail.
Repair My Stuff (Ireland) Online platform connecting people with local repair services to extend the life of household items.
Karol's Upholstery (Spiddal) Professional upholstery service specializing in furniture restoration and leather repair.
Roscommon Women's Network CycleUp (Roscommon) Social enterprise creating handcrafted upcycled textiles and promoting circular fashion.
An Meitheal Rothar (Galway) Community bike workshop offering repairs, refurbished bikes, and bicycle maintenance training.
Bounce Back Recycling (Galway) Furniture upcycling and mattress recycling service promoting circular economy in home furnishings.
Gift of Hands Mulranny (Mulranny) Craft initiative creating upcycled products from unwanted materials and promoting creative reuse.
Ballinamore Area Community Council Repair Cafe (Ballinamore) Community repair cafe offering sewing help, bike repairs, and swap opportunities for various items.
Repair Cafe Galway Monthly Repair Cafe in Galway.

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