Nicholas Mosse Visitors` Centre set in a former flour mill in the picturesque village of Bennettsbridge, County Kilkenny.
So, Nicholas and his wife, Susan, founded Nicholas Mosse Pottery in 1976. Nicholas discovered his love of pottery and the craft of shaping when he was just 7 years old. His first ever piece is on display in their café.
Today, tree floor mill houses:
- Irish Country Shop where Visitors can browse among a huge selection of Nicholas Mosse range of intricately detailed pottery, linen and glass. Master potter Nicholas Mosse crafts fine earthenware from Irish clay. People across the world love his work decorated with traditional motifs inspired by old Irish spongeware.
- Pottery studio where Visitors can watch their master craftspeople at work, creating their one-of-a-kind creations.
- And the upstairs Café that overlooks the River Nore and the magnificent multi-arched bridge from which the town gets its name.
The extensive Irish Country Shop offers all sorts of necessary items and gifts for country lovers.
What`s more the visitors can view staff at work through glass walls. And educate themselves from informative displays which offer an insight into the pottery process. A visitors’ area displays the history of the mill and the pottery and Nick’s large collection of early Irish spongeware can be seen in the charming upstairs café.
And the Visitor`s centre, shop and café are open 7 days a week all year round. Admission is free. Also, you can book a guided tour.
Visit the official website: nicholasmosse.com
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Below are photos I took in September 2022.
