Brian McCarthy
Founder
Founded the farm in 2020 and holds a Nuffield Scholarship studying a framework for urban agriculture.
Cork Rooftop Farm is an urban farm in Cork city founded by Brian McCarthy in 2020, begun as a homestead growing project on a rooftop during the first lockdown and built into a commercial operation within a year.
The English Market, Grand Parade, Cork, T12 V32X, County Cork, Ireland
No fixed hours. Contact the farm to arrange a visit.
4.3
From 19 reviews
Ordered online, didn't get what I ordered and emailed them repeatedly with no response. Tried on their website and the contact email to no avail over weeks. Would not recommend anyone to order as I found their customer service to be no help at all and a rip if you don't even get your full order.
I visited two locations in search of pasture raised eggs as advertised. One was listed as open but was in fact shut down — a complete waste of time. The other, in the English Market, had staff who were unable to confirm whether the eggs on display were pasture-raised or not, and responded almost surprised that I even asked...is that normal? I'm don't think it is. I have better things to be doing with my time. More effort required on a number of fronts.
the owner shouted at me for wanting to buy blackberries and said i should be harvesting them myself also they’re selling lidl brand milk for some reason.
We recently had the pleasure of visiting Cork Rooftop Farm and attending the Charles Dowding "No Dig Garden" course, and I can’t speak highly enough about the experience. The course was incredibly informative, offering a deep dive into the principles of no-dig gardening. Charles Dowding’s expertise and passion for sustainable gardening were evident throughout, making it both an educational and inspiring day. One of the highlights was getting to see the concepts we learned in action at the Cork Rooftop Farm. We were treated to a delightful lunch featuring fresh produce directly from the rooftop garden. The flavors were incredibly vibrant, a true testament to the quality of the produce grown there. It was a wonderful way to complete the day, Donna.
Rebuilding the food system, from the farm up

Absolutely Excellent Customer service well done. All the. Team. Highly recommend lovely. Flowers and beautiful plants and. A. Friendly atmosphere have been. Coming in here for. Years. Place is. Lovely.
Really nice place. Friendly staff. Fresh vegetables and clean. Had great time checking out the business.
Great initiative, lots of fresh veggies, right in the heart of Cork city centre!: )