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Avoca Mill Guided Tours at Avoca Handweavers
A 35-minute guided tour of the Avoca Mill in County Wicklow, one of Ireland's oldest working woollen mills, in operation since 1723.
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Avoca Mill Guided Tours is a guided tour of one of Ireland's oldest working woollen mills, departing from Avoca Village in County Wicklow, roughly an hour south of Dublin. The mill at Avoca has been in continuous operation since 1723, making it one of the longest-running textile businesses in the world. The 35-minute tour takes visitors through the full production floor, where working weavers explain the process from raw wool to finished cloth, using a combination of traditional handlooms and modern weaving machines. Demonstrations are subject to weaver availability on the day.
The tour covers the weaving process in detail, including how natural fibres are prepared, dyed, and woven into the colourful throws and textiles that Avoca is known for. After the guided section, visitors are free to browse the onsite retail store, which stocks the mill's full range of woollen products. A café on site serves freshly baked goods and homemade lunch dishes, though food and drink are not included in the ticket price. Tickets cover the factory tour only. For more things to do in Dublin and the surrounding area, a range of options are available to suit most itineraries.
Tại sao bạn sẽ thích
- Guided tour of a working woollen mill dating back to 1723
- 35-minute tour covers the full production floor from wool to cloth
- Watch working weavers demonstrate traditional handloom techniques
- Located in Avoca Village, County Wicklow, an hour south of Dublin
- One of the longest-running textile businesses in the world
Bao gồm những gì
- Guided tour of the Avoca Mill factory.
- Food and drink.
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Arrival and timing
The guided tour runs for approximately 35 minutes, so arrive in good time before your scheduled start. The tour begins in Avoca Village, so make sure you know your meeting point before you set off. Note that weaver demonstrations are subject to staff availability on the day.
During your visit
The mill is a working factory, so follow your guide's instructions and stay with the group throughout. Out of respect for the weavers and their work, keep noise to a minimum and avoid touching equipment unless invited to do so.
After the tour
Once the guided section is complete, you are free to browse the onsite retail store at your own pace. The mill also has a café serving cakes and lunch dishes, though food and drink are not included in your ticket.
- Chính sách hủy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience.
Câu hỏi thường gặp
What is the Avoca Mill Guided Tour?
The Avoca Mill Guided Tour is an interactive cultural experience at Avoca Handweavers, where expert weavers explain the full traditional weaving process from raw wool to finished product while they work. The tour showcases centuries-old weaving traditions, including the use of handlooms alongside modern weaving machines. Note that weaver demonstrations are subject to availability.
How long is the Avoca Mill Guided Tour?
The guided tour runs for 35 minutes.
What is included in the Avoca Mill Guided Tour ticket?
Your ticket includes a guided tour of the Avoca Mill factory. Food and drink are not included, though an onsite café and retail store are available to visit after the tour.
Where does the Avoca Mill Guided Tour start?
The tour starts in Avoca Village, at Avoca Handweavers.
Is the Avoca Mill Guided Tour wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately, the Avoca Mill Guided Tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Can I cancel my Avoca Mill Guided Tour booking?
This experience offers cancellation before a specified date. Please check the cancellation terms shown at the time of booking for the exact cut-off.
Is there anything to do after the Avoca Mill Guided Tour?
After the tour, visitors can browse Avoca's collection of throws and woollen mill products in the onsite retail store, or relax at the onsite café, which serves freshly baked cakes and homemade lunch dishes.
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