Geo: 54.4821, -8.08822Belleek, Republic of IrelandWe traveled about another 30 minutes south until we stopped at the Belleek Pottery company. We took a personal guided tour of this 150 year old company through all the stages of production. We were able to watch and chat with a few people as they apply their creativity to each handmade piece. Being the weekend, only a handful of workers were there. Normally this place has 80 workers (some have to train 3-4 years before being allowed to produce their work). Unfortunately, pictures were not allowed except in one room. Afterwards we had time in their gift shop/showroom. I bought a few things and had them ship it to America. It was very interesting and although very large in size, it was similar in the process to the little clay
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