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Think Local Feast & Festival - Food for the Mind, Body and Soul

This summer, discover the roots and the taste of tradition at the Think Local Feast & Festival, a special 2-day event celebrating the connection between food, farming, and culture. Immerse yourself and your family in the rich cultural heritage of Ireland, with live music, dance performances, and storytelling. Attend The Think Local Summer School discussions about the important topics shaping the future of rural Ireland. 

1. FÉASTA / HARVEST FEAST (Limited Tickets available) - On the evening of July 19th, come and be a part of a unique and exclusive evening celebrating the best of local farms' fresh produce and high-quality cooking, wine and after dinner speeches and entertainment. 

Learn all about the revolution in regenerative farming in Ireland and enjoy delicious cuisine whilst learning about genuine sustainable food practices; those that preserve the environment, promote the highest level of animal welfare and enable farmers to maintain a profitable business.  

The mouth-watering menu will include ingredients such as organic Irish raised Wagyu beef, slow cooked pulled pork and other locally grown organic ingredients.  

Featuring contributions from Sandi Adams, Paul Treyvaud, The Farmers' Alliance and more. 

2. THINK LOCAL FESTIVAL - Join us for a day of family friendly fun-filled activities and engaging seminars.

Meet local farmers. Sample their fresh produce. Learn about regenerative agriculture practices. Savor the flavors of rural Ireland with delicious food, featuring locally sourced ingredients. Take part in hedge schools: hands-on workshops and demonstrations, from cooking and baking to gardening and beekeeping. Immerse yourself and your family in the rich cultural heritage of Ireland, with live music, dance performances, and storytelling. Attend The Think Local Summer School discussions about the important topics shaping the future of rural Ireland. 

FESTIVAL FEATURES

• Farmers' market with fresh produce, baked goods and artisanal food products.
• Regenerative Agricultural exhibits and demonstrations.
• Cooking demonstrations and food tastings featuring local chefs and restaurants.
• A beer and wine garden.
• Live music and entertainment for all ages.
• Children's activities, including face painting, games, and crafts.
• Hedge Schools featuring workshops on farming, gardening, and sustainability.
• Local craftsmen selling handmade crafts and goods.
• A community meal featuring locally sourced ingredients.
  
• Speakers Corner.

The Think Local Feast & Festival builds on the success of a hugely successful conference held in February and brings together community leaders through community sustainability.

Among the Seminar topics covered will be
* Agenda 2030: globalisation, the drive for SDGs and the detrimental impact on local communities and economies
* Strengthening Rural Ireland: how to grow resilient, strong and self sustainable communities. 
* Rethinking Agriculture: a fresh perspective on farming and food.
* An alternative view of our national economic strategy & the changing world economy

If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please contact us on admin(@)thinklocal.ie 

THINK LOCAL FEAST & FESTIVAL PROGRAMME DATES

Feast: Wednesday 19th July -7pm until late. Enjoy a fantastic feast with locally grown and sourced produce, after dinner speeches and entertainment.  

Festival: Thursday 20th July - 11am - 7pm. There are 2 ticket types.

• Think Local Summer School: We will have a series of speakers and panel discussions throughout the day in The Barn. Seating is limited to 200 max. so please ensure you book the right ticket if you wish to attend these during the day. 
• Festival General Access: With the General Access ticket you will have access to the Boathouse and the Chapel, plus all exhibition marquees, and the extensive outdoor areas where you can bring you picnic blankets and enjoy the music and entertainment that will be on throughout the day. 
   

BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!

CALL FOR SPEAKERS and SPONSORS: If you would like to speak at the conference or be one of our sponsors please contact ronan@(at)thinklocal.ie

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Accommodation

If you are looking for accommodation, here is a list in the immediate and surrounding area

Mullingar area

Glenmore B&B - http://glenmorehousebandb.ie/  +353 87 6822442

Keyfield House 083 1419248

Marlinstown Court 044 934 0053

Railway House B&B 044 934 1142

A list of all other local hostelries including surrounding area - https://mullingar.ie/places-to-stay/

Within 30 mins drive 

Hotels & Guesthouses in Athlone

Hotels & Guesthouses in Kinnegad

Distance from Airports

Ballinasloe: 84km, approx. 50 mins drive

Galway City: 141km, approx. 1 1/2 hours drive

Athlone: 55km, approx. 36 mins drive

Shannon Airport: 197km, approx. 2 hours drive

Dublin Airport: 90km, approx. 1 hour drive