News — Kylemore Abbey

Discover the inspiration behind Kylemore Abbey's treasured Fuchsia and Reflections pottery ranges. From vibrant reds and purples lining Connemara's roads to the stillness of Pollacappul Lake, each handmade piece is rooted in tradition and represents Kylemore's landscape, memories, and monastic heritage.

Kylemore Abbey celebrates after winning three medals at the prestigious Blás na hÉireann Awards in Dingle, co. Kerry, for three of heir favourite homemade sweet treats

Kylemore Abbey Pottery was established by the Benedictine Nuns in 1973. The pottery was first produced by Sr. Agatha Martin who trained at Youghal Pottery, Co. Cork. Sr. Agatha who was originally from Dublin, first came to Kylemore as a boarder in Kylemore Abbey Girls School. After leaving school she became a nurse in Temple Street children’s hospital before returning to Kylemore to take up her vocation. Sr. Agatha was joined in the pottery by other members of the community including Sr. Aidan, Sr. Marie Bernard and Sr. Josephine. The Sisters first produced a plain glazed pottery in blues, greens,...

After our longest closure ever, the Craft & Design Shop in Kylemore Abbey will not just be reopening with a new online shop, but our store in Kylemore has also been given a major facelift.