Events

Jul 13 2025

Meet the Cheesemaker: Leitrim Hill Creamery

Join us for an intimate visit to Leitrim Hill Creamery, a micro-creamery and smallholding goat farm nestled in the scenic landscape of Drumcong, County Leitrim.

Founded by Lisa Gifford, whose independent spirit and vision for “making something out of nothing” transformed a hay shed into a thriving artisan dairy, Leitrim Hill Creamery is a shining example of sustainable, small-scale food production rooted in community and tradition. Lisa is joined in the creamery by her daughter Gypsy and daughter-in-law Richelle, creating a truly family-run operation with a deep commitment to place and process.

Together, they craft small-batch, raw milk cheeses using milk from their own herd of goats and partner farmers in the region. Every step of their process — from land stewardship to personally developed microbial cultures — reflects their dedication to quality, sustainability, and the rich dairy heritage of County Leitrim.

As part of our Meet the Cheesemaker series, this event includes a guided tour, insights into their cheesemaking philosophy, and a tasting of their distinctive Leitrim-made cheeses.

The Meet the Cheesemaker series is proudly supported by Sheridans Cheesemongers.