Belleek Pottery and Donegal Town

Nestled on the banks of the River Erne in the county of Fermanagh is the Belleek Pottery, home to world-famous Belleek fine Parian china. Founded in 1857, it is one of Ireland’s oldest attractions and the methods and techniques that were developed by the very first craftsmen are still followed today.   

Upon arrival, you can peruse the audio visual room that displays each step of the pottery production process. Your Belleek Pottery guide will then take you on a fascinating tour that shows you how the Chinaware is intricately put together. You’ll see how tiny petals, stems and twigs are created by hand and discover the secret that gives the fine china its distinctive pearly glow. The tour will also pass through the furnace area, and the painting rooms, where the delicate colours of nature are applied. There will be an opportunity to visit the gift shop and perhaps purchase an item as a souvenir of your visit. 

Afterwards, you’ll take a drive through the countryside that will encompass both northern Ireland and southern Ireland and arrive at the town of Donegal. Here, a stop will be made for you to enjoy some free time, before the return drive to Killybegs.