To extend the existing goat dairy to include a farm food tour observation/education area

A proposal to expand a goat dairy operation on Inishmore has been refused by Galway County Council. Gabriel and Orla Faherty sought permission to extend their existing facility at Eochaill to incorporate a farm food tour observation and education area, along with an ancillary storage room. The council's decision to refuse the application was issued on 29 April 2026. Details regarding the reasons for the refusal have not yet been made available.

For full details of the planning application, consult Galway County Council's planning portal.

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