Welcome to IFA Countryside
Promoting and protecting the rural way of life Request to JoinMerchandise ShopHCAP Course
Applications are now open for the next event in the 2024 Series of Deer Alliance HCAP Training Workshops. Only €120 to IFA Countryside Members.
Safe Handling of Wild Game Meat Course
This event aims to educate & inform participants about the proper technique and precautions involved in handling wild game meat. Only €175 to IFA Countryside Members.
Firearm Proficiency Course
The most comprehensive of its kind covering 3- in-one. Only €90 to IFA Countryside Members.
Photography Competition
Enter the IFA Countryside Photography Competition and be in a with a chance of winning €500.
Why Join IFA Countryside
Representation
We are committed to effective representation on issues which affect our countryside members
Exclusive Benefits
We deliver genuine savings to our members
Peace of Mind
Our membership comes with insurance you can rely on
You love the countryside and so do we.
And that’s why we’re here to look after you every step of the way.
If you enjoy country sports or field sports activities like shooting, fishing and walking, then IFA Countryside Membership is for you.
We support the outdoor activities you love by providing an exclusive membership package which includes an IFA Countryside Members Insurance Policy.
Our insurance partner is FBD Insurance; the only Irish owned insurance company in Ireland, providing you with peace of mind while you enjoy the Irish countryside.
We are proud to represent our members’ interests on issues which affect them so they can safeguard the future of fieldsports in Ireland!
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Latest News
Find out the latest rural news and updates
Series of Initiatives Announced to Support Remote Working
Workers can now book desk space in their local hub via new Mobile App 200 hubs on connected hubs network – making Remote Working a reality for thousands National Awareness Campaign launched to promote the benefits of working from a Hub in your community €5 million...
Controlled Burning Period Must Be Extended to Include March – IFA
The IFA National Hill Farming Chairman Cáillin Conneely has called on the Heritage Minister Malcolm Noonan to ensure the managed burning of gorse is allowed in March. At a meeting with the Minister, Cáillin Conneely said the extension by a month will bring a number of...
€15 million Fund to support Outdoor Adventure Activities
Outdoor Recreation and Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) to provide major boost to rural tourism €15 million fund to develop our mountains, lakes, beaches, bogs, forest walks, blueways, greenways and bridleways Focus on supporting adventure activities such as hiking,...