craft centres galway

One of Ireland's oldest products is the Bodhran (Irish Drum), pronounced 'Bow-Rawn' meaning deaf or haunting. It probably originated as a skin tray used on bogs cutting turf (peat). Guaranteed genuine Goatskin and native Irish Beech, the skin is also glued on. Most of the traditional musicians worldwide use our Bodhran which is hand-crafted with care in Connemara....

Siopa Carraig Donn, the original craft shop on Inismor, established in 1969 boasts the finest selection of Irish Knitwear, tweeds, wax jackets, and Irish gifts on the island. A friendly welcome and personal attentive service is guaranteed to all visitors! Carraig Donn knitwear is rooted in the Aran tradition. The islands rich country hues and texture together with our seafaring traditions have been the inspiration for Irish sweaters for generations of Aran knitters. Tax free shopping ava...

Workshop in traditional basket weaving combined with archaeological tours and plenty of time to relax.Contact Elizabeth Zolinger...

While visiting Galway, why not delve deeper into the local lifestyle and visit people in their workplace? Companies, such as Royal Tara China in Tara Hall, Mervue, welcome visitors. Witness the intricate process involved in china making, in a guided tour of this beautiful building. Every piece here is handmade by craftspeople, using original methods of design, mould making, casting, glazing and firing. Tara Hall contains five showrooms, located in the former library and drawing room of this...

The Claddagh Ring is siad to be in the existance since the 17th century. Its origin has been traced back to the old fishing village situated n the shore or"Claddagh" of Galway Bay....

Fintan and Geraldine Connolly welcome you to Rathbaun Farm, a delightfully picturesque farmhouse where you will be taken on a fascinating excursion through Irish farming practices. Fintan shears sheep and demonstrates the art of handling them with his sheep dog.

Visitors are invited to hand feed the new lambs which are in plentiful supply between March and November. The barns contain a wide variety of animals and the extensive covered areas ensure you can enjoy the farm in any weather...