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The 5 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Macroom, Province of Munster
Macroom (/məˈkruːm/; Irish: Maigh Chromtha) is a market town in County Cork, Ireland, in the valley of the River Sullane, halfway between Cork city and Killarney. Its Irish Gaelic may translate as "meeting place of followers of the god Crom" or "crooked oak", the latter a reference to a large oak tree that apparently grew in the town-square during the reign of the English King John. Its population has grown and receded over the centuries as it went trough periods of war, famine, forced emigration and intermittent prosperity. In a 2011 census, the urban area was recorded as 3,879.
Restaurants in Macroom
1. Coolavokig Pottery
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5.0 based on 39 reviews
At Coolavokig Pottery, Robb Bradstock and Meredith Flandreau make high-quality handmade ceramics fired in the oldest wood-fired kiln in Ireland. All the pottery is individually handcrafted and thrown on a potter's wheel. Visitors are welcome to the retail shop where a wide selection of Coolavokig Pottery is available. Opening hours 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.all year.
Reviewed By dawnd644
It was fun impromptu stop. This little Pottery Studio is right off the road. We bought a handmade souvenir to remember our trip to Ireland. the owner took us to the studio to see the kiln and set up. Im a fellow potter so i really enjoyed this.
2. The Gearagh
3. Toy Soldier Factory
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4.5 based on 238 reviews
Come and see the ONLY Toy Soldier Factory in Europe. Join in our “ We Make &You Paint Workshops" we will cast a figure and you can paint it. Suitable for kids 7+ and adults of all ages. Covid19: From 29th June 2020 you will be able to book your very own table in our New huge workshop area. This will give you peace and mind knowing you and your family are safe. Due to government guidelines with social distancing, there will be a limited number of tables available, so book your table today. Our showroom is full of a lot more than just toy soldiers i.e. we also have the largest range of Lord of the Rings Miniatures, connoisseur chess sets, fairies, fridge magnets, Christmas Decoration and our infamous Irish Heroes, Michael Collins, Padraig Pearse, etc... Open 7 days a week.
Reviewed By liambF1198YH - Cork, Ireland
Visited with family who were on holiday from Australia. We got to meet many of the team, with our host Mary being ever so charming and delightful, showing us around the factory, and giving us its history since 1976. We were treated to casting demonstrations, and the factory shop also has a wonderful array of goods including casting kits for beginners and experts, pewter mugs and hip flasks, and beautifully finished chess sets. Our highlight was the Battle of Waterloo exhibition which was on show during our visit (due to leave in November so catch it while you can). Just shows the creativity that a skilled modeler can create from what comes out of this facility. Will certainly be bringing more guests here, highly recommended.
4. Farran Forest Park
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4.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Donnam18593 - Waterford, Ireland
We were here few months back lovely place to walk in very family friendly place with deers outdoor spotless toilets great parking and loads of activities. Theres a zip line centre in it so its ideal for gems stays family. We enjoyed the walk by the river it was fantastic breath taking in places. The Irish national rowing club I'd based up there n we spotted a few rowers out on it. I found this very therapeutic place to visit .
5. Macroom Castle Visitor Information
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4.0 based on 36 reviews
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