Sharing skills for a truly sustainable life.
Common Knowledge is an award-winning, non-profit social enterprise located at the gateway to the Burren, on Ireland’s beautiful Wild Atlantic Way. We share skills in building, making, mending and growing, because we believe that between us all, we have the knowledge needed to create a truly sustainable future. Based on 50 acres, our Centre is a haven for learning, exploring and connection with other people, offering serene accommodation for people and groups.
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From Complete Beginner to Confident Builder in Five Days
If you've ever looked at a building project and wondered where to start, this is the week that changes that. Build School brings together five days of hands-on workshops and grounded theory, giving you the skills to pick up power tools with confidence, understand how buildings actually work, and have better conversations with tradespeople.
Whether you're dreaming of a self-build or simply want to take on more around the home, you'll leave with practical knowledge that pays for itself many times over.
“The tutors were excellent and so patient. As a complete beginner, it was great to be taught the basics, without tutors making any assumptions of prior experience. It's given me such a boost in confidence to take on our own project!” - Build School Participant, April 2026
Upcoming Courses and Events
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Courses
Learn to build, make, mend or grow at The Common Knowledge Centre in 2024.
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Community Projects
We work with communities and mission-aligned non-profits to bring our collective energy to their biggest challenges.
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Venue Hire
We are pleased to now offer The Common Knowledge Centre for hire for private gatherings, workshops and events.
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Clare residents invited to apply for our 2023 Build School Access Programme
At Common Knowledge we are committed to supporting the development of a diverse and inclusive community. In 2023 we will offer one place on each of our Build School introductory courses to someone who may not otherwise have the opportunity to take part.
Our crowdfunder is live: Help us create a new HQ for Common Knowledge
Common Knowledge has taught hundreds of people to build their own homes. Now we need your support to raise the funds to secure the deposit on a new headquarters in the Burren, so that we can expand our reach and help more people on their own homemaking journey.
TIGÍN Tiny Home Open Day
Join us for our first TIGÍN Tiny Home Open Day, Saturday 6th August.
