Four-day AGM brings 50 international delegates and global leaders in sustainable tourism, conservation and responsible hospitality to County Monaghan.
Castle Leslie Estate was delighted to welcome approximately 50 international delegates to its historic Estate in Glaslough, County Monaghan, for The Long Run’s four-day Annual General Meeting (AGM).
The Long Run is a global community of nature-based tourism businesses whose members collectively protect and regenerate over 23 million acres of land and marine ecosystems worldwide.
The prestigious gathering brought together leaders and advocates of sustainable tourism for four days of collaboration, knowledge-sharing and discussions on how the tourism and hospitality industries can make a meaningful and lasting contribution to environmental conservation and community wellbeing.
Set within 1,000 acres of beautiful Irish countryside, encompassing woodlands, lakes and parkland, Castle Leslie Estate provided a fitting backdrop for discussions focused on protecting the natural environment while delivering exceptional visitor experiences.
A Global Movement Making a Measurable Difference
The Long Run is recognised internationally for demonstrating how tourism can be a powerful force for environmental conservation, cultural preservation and community development.
Collectively, its global membership delivers an extraordinary impact:
- Over 23 million acres of biodiverse landscapes and marine areas protected and regenerated.
- More than 350,000 people benefiting annually through employment, education and sustainable community initiatives.
- Over US$17 million invested annually in conservation, community and cultural projects.
- 116 cultures supported and celebrated through initiatives protecting heritage, traditions and local communities.
These achievements highlight the scale and importance of The Long Run’s work and reinforce the significance of bringing its international community together in County Monaghan.
A Shared Commitment to Responsible Tourism
The Long Run operates through its guiding principles of the 4Cs: Conservation, Community, Culture and Commerce, encouraging tourism businesses to deliver meaningful environmental and social benefits while remaining commercially sustainable.
These principles closely align with Castle Leslie Estate’s own approach to sustainable hospitality and its commitment to preserving the Estate’s natural and cultural heritage for future generations. Having achieved B Corp certification in December 2025, Castle Leslie Estate continues to place environmental responsibility, community engagement and sustainable business practices at the heart of its operations.
The Estate has introduced a wide range of sustainability initiatives, including the use of 100% renewable electricity, investment in solar energy, biodiversity protection, innovative waste management practices and a strong commitment to supporting local suppliers and producers.
Showcasing County Monaghan on an International Stage
Hosting The Long Run’s AGM presented a valuable opportunity not only to showcase Castle Leslie Estate but also to highlight County Monaghan and Ireland as destinations for responsible and sustainable tourism.
Throughout the four-day gathering, delegates experienced the Estate’s distinctive hospitality, rich heritage and natural surroundings, while connecting with like-minded professionals from across the international tourism industry.
Mr. Brian Baldwin, CEO of Castle Leslie Estate, said:
“We were absolutely delighted and incredibly proud to welcome The Long Run community to Castle Leslie Estate for their Annual General Meeting. To have 50 passionate and inspiring individuals from around the world come together here in County Monaghan, united by a shared commitment to conservation, sustainability and responsible tourism, was a real privilege”.
“Sustainability is something we care deeply about at Castle Leslie Estate, and hosting an organisation whose values align so closely with our own made this gathering particularly meaningful. It was also a wonderful opportunity to showcase not only our beautiful Estate but County Monaghan and the very best of Irish hospitality to an international audience. We thoroughly enjoyed welcoming everyone to the Estate, sharing experiences and learning from so many inspiring people. We sincerely hope our delegates returned home with wonderful memories of their time in Monaghan, and we look forward to welcoming them back in the future.”, he continued.
Looking Towards a More Sustainable Future
The four-day AGM reinforced the importance of collaboration, knowledge-sharing and collective action in shaping a more sustainable future for the global tourism industry.
For Castle Leslie Estate, hosting the gathering represented another important milestone in its sustainability journey, demonstrating that luxury hospitality, environmental stewardship and positive community impact can go hand in hand.
The Estate remains committed to continuously improving its sustainability practices while encouraging guests, partners and industry colleagues to embrace a more responsible approach to travel
For more information visit The Long Run: www.thelongrun.org
