Belleek Pottery Visitor Centre
| County: | Co. Fermanagh |
| Tel: | 028-6865 9300 / 6865 8501 |
| Fax: | 028-6865 8625 |
| Email: | visitorcentre@belleek.ie |
Visitors can discover the secrets that made Belleek Pottery one of the most enduring success stories of Irish craftmanship. Nestled along the banks of the scenic River Erne in County Fermanagh, the pottery is an imposing Victorian building with modern facilities and a fascinating history that will make each visit an experience to remember. Personally guided tours take visitors ‘behind the scenes’ at the pottery . The tour covers all parts in the pottery making process including: mould making, basket making, floral design, kiln firing and decoration. This year, visitors can also enjoy Belleek’s new “Rose Isle Garden”. The garden has been planted with flowers that have inspired the distinct floral design and delicate painting on Belleek pottery since its establishment in 1857. Here, visitors can sit back in the beautiful tranquil surroundings beside the River Erne. Visit the Belleek showroom to purchase your own piece of Belleek, relax at the Belleek tearoom with a choice of refreshments and freshly prepared dishes.
General Information
| Address: | Belleek, Co. Fermanagh, BT93 3FY |
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| Telephone; | 028-6865 9300 / 6865 8501 |
| Fax: | 028-6865 8625 |
| Email: | visitorcentre@belleek.ie |
| Website: | http://www.belleek.ie |
| Location: | Situated in Belleek Town |
| Season: | All Year |
| Tours: | Max No: 25, Duration: 30 minutes Languages: English and French |
| Booking Contact: | Patricia McCauley or Helen Dolan |
| Manager: | Patricia McCauley |
| Average Visit Length: | 1 hour 30 mins |
| Entrance Fees: |
Adult: Stg£4.00 Child: Free |
| Audio Visual: | Seating: 50, Duration: 20 minutes Languages: English, French, German,Italian & Japanese |
| Restaurant: | Yes (seats 90) |
| Picnic Area: | Yes |
| Shop: | Complete Belleek, Aynsley and Galway Irish Crystal Range |
| Information Guide: | English, French, German, Italian, Spanish & Japanese |
| Coach Parking: | Yes |
| Group Booking Necessary: | Yes |
| Car Parking: | Yes |
| Disabled Access/Parking: | Yes, Parking for disabled visitors available |
Opening Times
Mar-Jun:
Mon-Fri: 09.00-17.30
Sat: 10.00-17.30 / Sun: 14.00-17.30
Jul-Sept:
Mon-Fri: 09.00-18.00
Sat: 10.00-18.00 / Sun: 12.00-17.30
Oct-Dec:
Mon-Fri: 09.00-17.30
Sat: 10.00-18.00
(Oct only) Sun: 12.00-17.30
Schools
After celebrating its 150th Anniversary Year with a range of exciting events and high profile visitors, Belleek Pottery is looking forward to another successful year as one of Ireland’s leading tourist attractions in 2008. Visitors can discover the secrets that made Belleek Pottery one of the most enduring success stories of Irish craftmanship. Nestled along the banks of the scenic River Erne in County Fermanagh, the pottery is an imposing Victorian building with modern facilities and a fascinating history that will make each visit an experience to remember. Personally guided tours take visitors ‘behind the scenes’ at the pottery . The tour covers all parts in the pottery making process including: mould making, basket making, floral design, kiln firing and decoration.
Pottery Tour
The guided tour takes approximately 30 minutes and covers all of the production areas thereby offering our guests the possibility of meeting with and chatting with our craftspeople; something that we encourage. Discover Mould Making, visit the Casting Department, Kiln Firing and much more on the Belleek Pottery Tour
Rose Isle Garden
This year, visitors can also enjoy Belleek’s new “Rose Isle Garden”. The garden has been planted with flowers that have inspired the distinct floral design and delicate painting on Belleek pottery since its establishment in 1857. Here, visitors can sit back in the beautiful tranquil surroundings beside the River Erne. Visit the Belleek showroom to purchase your own piece of Belleek, relax at the Belleek tearoom with a choice of refreshments and freshly prepared dishes.
