Nicholas Mosse Irish Country Shop

Counties Wexford, Waterford, Carlow & Kilkenny


Across the river from the village in an old mill, this pottery shop specialises in handmade spongeware – ceramics decorated with sponged patterns – exported worldwide to retail outlets such as Tiffany's. Short audiovisual displays explain the manufacturing process.

The cafe here is renowned for its scones, and is the best choice locally for lunch.


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