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Knockcroghery Claypipe Centre. This page is sponsored by the Knockcroghery Claypipe Centre. |
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The Claypipe Centre is located on the main road, half-way between Athlone and Roscommon in the village of Knockcroghery. Proprietor Ethel Kelly makes all her own clay pipes using moulds, some of which were in use in the village when its claypipe industry was known throughout Ireland and beyond. The Knockcroghery "Dúidín" was famous for many years until the industry was finally destroyed when the village was burned by the Black and Tans in 1921.
Ethel has developed a thriving industry with a worldwide market. An excellent (and unusual) gift for business, sport or commercial presentation.
An original W. Curley "Ben Nevis Cutty" made in the village.
Similar to the standard presentation pipe (right), this commissioned example is inscribed "St. Dominics 2000".
This example is a special commission, one of a very limited number carried out by Sheila Somers for individual clients.
The "Hand of Friendship" Claypipe. Made from an original late 19th. century mould. |
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Special commissions & inscriptions are available from the Centre. If you would like that special gift, contact details are below. Please say we sent you.
Web: www.oghamwish.com Email: ethelkelly@eircom.net
The latest craze - 10,000 year old "bog buddies" - now available! Images are not to scale.
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This is our small collection of material relating to the Claypipe Centre & pipemaking in Knockcroghery. If you have any more please contact us. |
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Ethel also produces handmade Ogham
Wishes (right) which would also make a wonderful gift for the special person
in your life.