Claypipe Visitor Centre

The Claypipe Visitor Centre is in the village of Knockcroghery, County Roscommon, close to Lough Ree. Knockcroghery is long associated with the making of clay pipes, the traditional ‘dúidín’, and the centre keeps that distinctive craft alive.

Visitors can learn about how the pipes were made and the history behind this local trade, which was once an important part of village life. With displays and items connected to the craft, it offers an unusual and memorable glimpse into a piece of Roscommon’s heritage that few other places can claim.