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Whether you're looking to improve your skills or just try something new check out some great workshops provided by Carlow’s own craft producers such as Mount Brandon Pottery and Glenn Lucas Woodturning Centre
▪️ Visit Mount Brandon Pottery. Located in Tinnahinch, Co. Carlow, and run by talented potter Carmen Wenner. This purpose-built pottery school is located on the grounds of Mount Brandon Cottages, within walking distance from the medieval town of Graiguenamanagh. Carmen offers pottery classes and workshops for adults and children, catering for all skills levels. Take some time out to relax and recharge your batteries while enjoying the experience of creating your own unique piece in clay by hand or on the potter’s wheel.
mountbrandoncottages.com/pottery-school/
▪️ Visit one of Carlow's finest craft producers Glenn Lucas Woodturning. Glen has been turning wood since 1990. Starting as a production turner, Glenn produces both classic-functional and one-off artistic pieces for homes and collections. At Glen’s Woodturning Study Centre in Co. Carlow, Ireland, he teaches all levels of ability in group classes and one-to-one tuition.
www.glennlucaswoodturning.com/product-category/training/
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The XXVII Columbanus Day celebration returns from Friday 3rd July to Monday 6th July, 2026!
Following the successful hosting of the Columbanus Weekend in Carlow in July 2025, which welcomed visitors from across France, Italy, Germany and Switzerland, this year’s event represents an important opportunity to strengthen those international connections and reaffirm Carlow’s place at the heart of the Columbanus story.
A delegation from the Diocese of Kildare and Leighlin, led by Bishop Denis Nulty, will travel to Lodi in Italy this July to participate in the 27th International Columban Meeting, continuing County Carlow’s central role in celebrating the life and legacy of St Columbanus.
The pilgrimage is open to those wishing to take part in what promises to be a memorable experience of shared cultural learning and spiritual development. Travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation and a full programme of events, are being coordinated by Tully's Travel, Carlow, who are acting as official booking agents for the group.
For further information or to book, contact Tully’s Travel, Carlow at 059-9136100 or visit www.kandle.ie or www.carlowtourism.com/thecolumbanway
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Situated in Rathanna village, within easy walking distance of the Blackstairs Mountains including Mount Leinster. Osborne's Storehouse is ideally located for a range of outdoor activities including walking, cycling, climbing or just visiting the local countryside and relaxing. The South Leinster Way long distance walking route passes close by while the Columban Way passes through the village en-route to the Nine Stones at Mount Leinster. Walking tours can be provided on advanced request. Great for groups of colleagues, friends or families.
📍Osborne’s Bar & Storehouse, Rathanna, Borris, Co Carlow, R95 R2A4
carlowtourism.com/accommodation/osbornes-storehouse/
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