Supporting Rural Development in
Waterford County

Case Studies

Showcasing Our Impact

Our case studies section highlights the successful projects supported through our various programmes. These stories demonstrate the tangible benefits and positive outcomes achieved through our collaborative efforts with individuals, businesses, and communities.

If you are interested in getting involved or finding out more about any of our programmes, please get in touch at 058 54646.

 

Hale Farm, Lismore

Hale Farm, Lismore

Mike Hale, Lismore, Co. Waterford has been taking Social Farming participants on to his farm since 2017. He has supported a wide number of people from different services in West Waterford.

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Ballydufff Lower Community Hall

Ballydufff Lower Community Hall

Waterford LEADER Partnership CLG under its Community Workplace Initiative- Tús are happy to provide caretaker staff to this project. An asset to the local community in general.

Ardmore GAA

WLP, through the Tús Community Work Placement Initiative assist Ardmore GAA with the caretaking of their facilities.

Anne Valley Walk

Anne Valley Walk

Waterford LEADER Partnership CLG under its Community Workplace Initiative- Tús are happy to provide a caretaker for the Anne Valley Nature Walk. This walk certainly is a fantastic example of what can be achieved when enthusiastic community members come together.

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Blackwater Eco Tours

Blackwater Eco Tours

Villerstown Education and Culture Project Ltd was established in 2010 by a Voluntary Board of Local Directors. The Volunteers over the succeeding eight years have established a nascent social enterprise based on the provision of localised childcare in a rural community, Community Infrastructure in terms of a Community Boat Club, and now a tourism business focused on the environment and scenery of the lower Blackwater Valley.Read More

Dunhill Community Hall Development

Dunhill Community Hall Development

Dunhill Community hall stands in the centre of Dunhill village. Since 1943 it has played a central role in the social and cultural history of the village and its hinterland. It began life as a school house and remained in use until 1948 when the new school was built on adjacent land.Read More

The Language People

Since inception in mid 2015, the Language People, operating from a rented premises at Shandon, Dungarvan, enjoyed consistent year on year growth, initially offering German, French and Italian year round courses locally and English Summer Programme to overseas students coming to learn English. Dungarvan has over the years established a reputation as a first rate location for students looking to improve their language skills in a safe and welcoming environment. Read More

Ballysaggart Community Development Committee

Ballysaggart Community Development Committee

In conjunction with the Tús Community Work Placement Initiative and the Rural Social Scheme, Waterford LEADER Partnership CLG is delighted to be involved with Ballysaggart Community Development Company, in providing beneficial assistance to the local community, while also boosting the work readiness of its Tús Participants.

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Anne Valley Walk Phase II

Anne Valley Walk Phase II

This phase of the project is looking to extend the Anne Valley Walk from Dunhill Castle to Annestown beach based on the success of the original LEADER funded 2.5km walk from Dunhill village to Dunhill castle.Read More

Blackwater Distillery

Blackwater Distillery

Founded in 2014, Blackwater Distillery is a micro distillery based on the banks  of the river Blackwater in Cappoquin. The company produces three core products, their flagship brand Blackwater No. 5 Gin, Blackwater Wexford Strawberry Gin and Blackwater Juniper Cask Gin.Read More