Nicholas Mosse Pottery Workshop
Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny
An old stone mill in the heart of Kilkenny county is the home of Nicholas Mosse Pottery. Experience the creation by hand of pots from start to finish. All are hand-slipped and hand-turned, then decorated by hand with cut sponges and brushes. All the various stages of throwing, handling and decorating techniques can be seen while upstairs in the ‘Irish Country Shop’ there is an enormous area dedicated to seconds, or slightly imperfect pots- all for sale at reduced prices.
Our Take
In a former flour mill on the banks of the River Nore, You will find Nicholas Mosse, a potter since age 7. Using hydropower from the river to fire the kilns, he produces colorful country-style earthenware from Irish clay, including jugs, mugs, bowls, vases, and plates. An on-site museum displays antique Irish earthenware. An great visit and if you can arrange a tour, even better.
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