Aran Knitting, History and Heritage in the Burren
Overview
The idyllic setting on a traditional Irish family farm makes this experience one of a lifetime. I am a professional aran knitter giving a modern take on traditional Irish cable patterns and shapes. Located in the world famous Burren lowlands I can show you how to weave together craft, landscape and colour to create modern heirlooms using the best natural fibres unique to Ireland.
Whether you are a beginner or more experienced this will be a unique fun learning experience with some delicious homemade food as an added extra.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Smoked salmon on my own homemade brown bread, traditional Irish porter cake , tea, coffee herbal teas
Meeting Location
Crannagh
Co. Galway, H91 KVY6, Ireland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
I am a 4th generation farmer here at Faerie Fort farm so I will start by giving a brief history of the heritage of the area. The garden studio is located next to a 1000 year old fairy fort behind our thatched cottage. I will explain the origins of Aran knitting, the various types of wool available and the meanings of a variety of stitch patterns. I will show examples of various cable and stitch patterns and discuss how you can design your own sweater.
We can then knit a prepared cable pattern. Smoked salmon on homemade brown bread, traditional Irish porter cake, tea, coffee and herbal teas will be served at your convenience.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-357082P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (IST).
- Tea and coffee. Smoked salmon on my own homemade brown bread, traditional Irish porter cake , tea, coffee herbal teas.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Aran Knitting, History and Heritage in the Burren is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024What's Included
- Tea and coffeeSmoked salmon on my own homemade brown bread, traditional Irish porter cake , tea, coffee herbal teas
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Operated by a business
