Friday 26th September

We were delighted to welcome a brilliant group from Trinity College Dublin’s School of Medicine to Kyrie Therapeutic Farm. 

We’re excited to explore collaboration across multiple fronts: soil health and nutrition, biodiversity and sustainability, social inclusion, and recovery-oriented mental health—bringing science, community, and nature together for real-world impact.

Grateful to all who came: Colin P. Doherty, Rupa Marya, Eileen Sweeney, Martina Mullin, Sophie Matabaro, Clíona Ní Cheallaigh, Laura Healy, Catherine Darker, Ola Løkken Nordrum, Jane Stout, Tracey, Sarah Jane Cullinane and Laura Healy.

Looking forward to the seeds of collaboration we planted together taking root and flourishing.

Saturday 27th September

A huge thank you to everyone who took part, supported, and donated in our Step Up for Recovery 5km walk on Saturday 🌱💚

Despite the rain, you showed up in your droves to walk with us, and we are so grateful.

To those who joined from afar, from Tokyo to France, Australia to the UK and beyond, your participation meant the world. 🌍✨

You really do make a difference - thank you! 💚

Saturday 21st September

Another amazing volunteer day at Kyrie Farm! 🌿🌱

Our team worked hard weeding, staking our newly planted native trees - and of course, having a bit of fun in the process!

Big thanks to everyone for your dedication and hard work, together, we’re making a difference! 🙌💚

Delighted to welcome the HSE mental health teams from Clonskeagh Hospital Campus to Kyrie Farm for a day of mindfulness, reflection, and recovery-focused conversation.

24th July, 2025

We were delighted to welcome Frances, Maria and Harry of the ACRES Community Biodiversity Project from Celbridge to Kyrie Farm. Their enthusiasm for nature, community wellbeing, and sustainability made for a truly inspiring visit.

9th July, 2025

A beautiful day of connection, mindfulness, and shared vision at Kyrie Farm 🌿  We were delighted to welcome Dr Emer Rutledge and the dedicated community mental health teams of Louth and Meath, for an inspiring exchange on open dialogue and the Kyrie approach to recovery.

1st July, 2025

Saturday 28th June, we had an incredible day with over 55 of our amazing volunteers who help keep Kyrie Farm thriving all year long!

A massive thank you to the whole team that organized this charity golf day with such short notice, but made it great fun and a fabulous day out for all involved. 

Dr Eoin Galavan and John Mckeon were honoured to attend President Higgins’ garden party at Áras an Uachtaráin  celebrating global solidarity and the UN Sustainable Development Goals - values that resonate deeply with us at Kyrie Farm.

John & Vicky McKeon were delighted to visit Gould Farm in June and had an amazing insight into the great work that takes place in Gould Farm.

We are delighted to have started back with our vegetable boxes or now bags with our new Kyrie Bags. 

Nearly 40 amazing volunteers joined us on Saturday 24th May to lend a hand at Kyrie Farm — planting, weeding, tidying the drive, and helping build our very first pond! 

Our thanks to Jane and all the teachers @hotyogadublin.ie and yoga in the park Malahide for having Kyrie Farm as their chosen charity for the whole of the Summer of 2025. 

The Kyrie team visited Wild Acres for inspiration and connection with like-minded projects working to support healing through nature and community.

April 9, 2025 

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May 24th 2025

Minister James Lawless visited the farm and shared his encouragement for Kyrie Farm’s vision—watch the short video from his visit 

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May 17, 2025

Our sincere thanks to the members of St Michael’s Bridge Club for their support and generous donation of €1520 in aid of Kyrie Farm.

May 2, 2025

We were proud to present to the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland at their AGM and share our recovery-focused model and plans for Kyrie Farm. A big thank you to Lisa Morrison for travelling down from Belfast for the event.

April 11, 2025

It was a pleasure to host the Kildare Mental Health team for some mindfulness on the farm and sharing the vision of Kyrie Farm.

February 18, 2025

Lots of volunteers at the farm today tidying up, harvesting and weeding as well as the wonderful catering team, looking after us all.

February 15th, 2025

A lively volunteer day on the land as the weather warms—thank you to all who took part and contributed their time and energy and planting nearly 800 trees, and expanding our orchard.

March 30, 2025

We were honoured to welcome the board members of the GROW Mental Health charity for a tour and discussion on shared values on Recovery oriented solutions for the Mental Health crisis that Ireland faces.

March 21, 2025

Our volunteers worked hard today, harvesting onions and packing veg boxes, while Billy Murphy shared exciting new landscape designs for Kyrie Farm.

11th September

Community in action—thank you to all the volunteers who braved the cold weather in January to help us keep delivering our vegetables boxes.

January 30, 2025

Grateful for the volunteers who gave their time just before Christmas to help us harvest the vegetables for the Christmas vegetable boxes and share in the spirit of the season.

December 22, 2024

We were delighted to welcome the team from O’Connor Sutton Cronin, our engineers, who continue to play a key role in the technical design and planning of Kyrie Farm. But today it was all about volunteering on the farm!

December 5, 2024

An important milestone in shaping how Kyrie Farm will support guests, as our service delivery committee develops the philosophy, processes and policies for Kyrie Farm. Thanks to all who traveled for this important meeting which took place at SoEarth in County Kildare

November 26, 2024

A heartfelt thanks to the 40+ volunteers who joined us for a powerful and productive day on the farm—your support brings the vision of Kyrie to life, step by step.

November 2, 2024

Exciting times at Kyrie Farm as soil investigations are now underway, helping finalize designs and engineering for our upcoming plans.

19th October

It was wonderful to host around 20 conference attendees yesterday! We toured the farm, old buildings, new orchard, and crops, sparking discussions on how Kyrie Farm can make a difference. Thanks for your support!

12th October

What an inspiring #WorldMentalHealthDay at the Royal Irish Academy! We were honored to present Kyrie Farm’s vision for recovery-oriented mental health care in Ireland. Huge thanks to Catherine Brogan for chairing, and to Lisanne Finston, CEO of Gould Farm, for traveling from Massachusetts. Engaging discussions with John McKeon, Eoin Galavan, and Lesley Ann Dunne made the day exceptional, with a special review from Professor Agnes Higgins on Kyrie Farm’s alignment with the Sharing the Vision strategy. Our gratitude to Maynooth University and Mental Health Ireland for their unwavering support. Here’s to the future!

10th October

Honored to host Lisanne Finston, CEO of Gould Farm, and her partner Patty at Kyrie Farm today ahead of tomorrow's conference on World Mental Health Day.

9th October

A fantastic day with 30 volunteers cleaning onions, harvesting potatoes, and tidying up the farm—fuelled by our wonderful kitchen team’s snacks and coffee!

5th October

On this sunny day, we finished our onion harvest and bid a temporary goodbye to Michelle, one of our dedicated volunteers, as she embarks on a year of travels. Best of luck, Michelle!

18th September

Despite the drizzle, nearly 40 volunteers joined us to harvest potatoes, weed the beetroots and cauliflower, and tidy up the yard. Thanks to our kitchen team for the delicious sandwiches and cakes!

14th September

Wednesday’s volunteers harvested and set onions to dry, with beautiful salad leaves and tomatoes flourishing alongside them!

4th September

Friday’s volunteers took a well-deserved coffee break in the sunshine after lots of weeding and packing of vegetable boxes.

30th August

Our dedicated volunteers tackled weeds in the cabbage patches and packed 27 vegetable boxes—another busy, productive day!

28th August

This past Saturday, we hosted our annual BBQ to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported Kyrie Farm over the past year. From our dedicated board members, volunteers, architects, engineers, and biodiversity supporters, to our generous donors and wonderful neighbors, it was a joy to gather together and celebrate our collective achievements. 

24th August 2024

Today, our incredible volunteers rolled up their sleeves and got to work, tackling a variety of essential tasks that keep our farm thriving.  From fixing the polytunnel door, planting new crops, or keeping our gardens weed-free.

21 August

Kyrie Farm’s orchard is flourishing, thanks to 18 months of care and recent re-staking by Billy and his team. The orchard plays a crucial role in our farm’s biodiversity, supporting both wildlife and our community.

11 August

Today at Kyrie Farm, 37 dedicated volunteers came together under the warm sunshine to tackle essential weeding tasks for this season’s carrots, leeks, and brassicas. Weeding is a vital part of organic farming, ensuring that our crops receive the nutrients they need to thrive. 

10 August

Nearly 30 volunteers joined forces to plant 1,500 cabbages and weed vegetable patches at Kyrie Farm. Cabbages, rich in nutrients and essential for soil health, are a cornerstone of our organic crop rotation. This collaborative effort, coupled with discussions on mental health, highlights the farm’s mission of sustainability and community support. 

14 July

Kyrie Farm welcomed experts from O’Connor Sutton Cronin to develop our ecology and biodiversity strategy. Biodiversity is key to creating a healing environment, supporting both the land and the community. This partnership is vital in ensuring Kyrie Farm remains a place of growth and renewal, rooted in sustainable practices. 

11 July

Our volunteers recently planted lettuce and harvested fresh produce, filling our organic vegetable boxes with nutrient-rich greens. Together, we’re cultivating a healthy, sustainable community through organic farming and volunteer dedication. 

11 July

After a productive day spent tidying up the farm, our hardworking volunteers always enjoy well-deserved afternoon lunch. Maintaining the farm is essential for preparing the land for new growth, and the shared meal afterward is always a highlight—a moment to relax, enjoy fresh, locally sourced food, and celebrate the teamwork that keeps Kyrie Farm thriving.

27 April 2024

Kyrie Farm is excited to deliver fresh, organic vegetable boxes, thanks to the hard work of our volunteers and farm expert Nathan. This week, they harvested produce and planted leeks, a nutrient-rich crop that supports both our community’s health and sustainable farming practices. Our volunteers play a crucial role in creating a brighter, healthier future. 

3 July

At Kyrie Farm, volunteers have successfully planted leeks, a vital crop that enhances soil fertility and aligns with our sustainable practices. We’re grateful for the volunteer efforts that ensure our farm thrives as a beacon of sustainability and health. 

9 July

Our volunteers recently gathered at Kyrie Farm to harvest this year's garlic crop, guided by our expert Nathan. The garlic will soon feature in our organic veg boxes, symbolizing the blend of community spirit and sustainable farming. Our biodiverse farm thrives thanks to the dedication of volunteers who ensure fresh, nutritious produce for our community. 

29 June

Our volunteers today focused on clearing weeds, a crucial task in organic farming. By removing these invasive plants, they ensured that our crops have the best environment to grow strong and healthy, promoting a balanced ecosystem and supporting the farm's commitment to sustainable agriculture.

2 March 2024

Our team at Kyrie Farm carefully laid out onions to dry, a key step in preserving their rich flavor and extending their shelf life. This process is vital for reducing waste and ensuring that these staple vegetables can be enjoyed in our recipes and veg boxes long after the harvest season.

28 Jan 2024 

Harvesting potatoes - Big thank you to everyone involved. 

Cleaning the polytunnel - thank you to all our volunteers

Family Day BBQ – Thanks to all our supporters

Harvesting Onions, Staking Trees & more – Thank You!

Volunteers helping with the weeding to ensure a great harvest

OTs from North Dublin HSE volunteer on the farm

Planting the new season vegetables

Preparing the soil and seeds for new season

 Planting Leeks

Ryan Tubridy chatting to John McKeon

LISTEN HERE

Seeds in the polytunnel

Irish Research Council Grant Award to Maynooth University for Kyrie Farm research

Becoming a centre of excellence in mental health service is a key goal for Kyrie Farm. University led research is a core aspect of this journey. International research and best practice informs all aspects of our planned service delivery and many examples serve as inspiration, as referenced by the World Health Organisation, for example Soteria Houses, Open Dialogue and other recovery oriented services. Our services will be inspired also by other therapeutic farms both nationally like Sli Eile, and internationally like Gould Farm in the US, who have demonstrated promising results for residents in longer term outcome studies. We are delighted that Maynooth University has joined as a partner in our journey to independently evaluate our processes and outcomes. Maynooth was recently awarded a research grant from the Irish Research Council specifically focusing on Kyrie Therapeutic Farm. This will support the farm in using evidence based and best practice therapies, and holistic and recovery oriented approaches to mental health, as well as connecting leading Therapeutic farms around the world.

Orchard of Irish Heritage trees planted at Kyrie Farm

Volunteers planting Squash and Sweet Potatoes

Interview with Clare McKenna on Newstalk  - Click to listen

Large order for the Mindfulness Center's retreat

Delivering Veg boxes gets under way 

Polytunnels erected with support from Mental Health Ireland 

Nearly 40 amazing volunteers on the farm, planting, weeding, tidying up and building a pond!

See video of the day https://www.instagram.com/reel/DKHzOLFMsR1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

And time lapse of the pond being built

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May 24th 2025