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Blarney Woollen Mills was built in 1823. It was used mainly for spinning and weaving wool. [1] [better source needed] The mill briefly closed for two years between 1973 and 1975, after which it was re-opened as an Irish heritage shop. It is located in the village of Blarney, County Cork, Ireland.
Built in 1823, Blarney Woollen Mills was originally known as Mahony's Mills. It was a water-powered mill, producing mainly tweeds and woollens. [9] After closing in the early 1970s, the mills was re-invented by local entrepreneur Christy Kelleher as a gift store servicing tourists visiting the village.
A collection of 15 Georgian and Victorian buildings were demolished, including the original Elverys Sports corner store [6] and the 1870 McCurdy's Law Club. [7] The new 5-storey t-shaped office block with street-level retail units was designed by Lardner and Partners. [6] The new building, completed in 1967 was called Nassau House.
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Pages in category "Woollen mills" The following 45 pages are in this category, out of 45 total. ... Blarney Woollen Mills; Bridgewater Woolen Mill;
Avoca Handweavers, now mostly known simply as Avoca, is a clothing manufacturing, retail and food business in Ireland.The company began in Avoca, County Wicklow, and is the oldest working woollen mill in Ireland and one of the world's oldest manufacturing companies.