Spinning Yarn on Scattery Island

Sunday 23 August 2026 Scattery Island Monastic Site and Visitor Centre, Clare Check the official website Ages not specified

Family practicalities

  • Toilets (likely)

Learn how yarn is made from fleece and dyed with plants, and hear some stories. You can also take a tour of the monastic settlement on Scattery Island.

Spinning Yarn on Scattery Island | Heritage Ireland Skip to content Heritage Ireland Buy a Heritage Card Home What’s on Spinning Yarn on Scattery Island Spinning Yarn on Scattery Island Price Ferry boat fees apply Dates 23/08/2026 - 23/08/2026 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location Scattery Island Monastic Site and Visitor Centre Share: Share on Facebook Share on Twitter On this page Description Contact Gallery Opening Times Contact Facilities --> --> Spinning Yarn on Scattery Island --> Former Scattery Island guide, storyteller and crafter Ruth Marshall will show us the route from raw fleece to fine yarn and will be happy to tell us about the plant-roots and flowers that she uses to produce beautiful natural dye colours. She might even tell a yarn [story] or two...remember that one about the princess who fell asleep for 100 years when she pricked her finger on a spindle? This event will take place in the recently renovated Brennan family cottage in the village street and is a 3 hour stay on Scattery Island. Also on the day, our OPW guides will lead tours of the 6th century monastic settlement founded by Saint Senan. For bookings please visit www.scatteryislandtours.com or call 085-2505514 an

The details

When
Sunday 23 August 2026
Address
Scattery Island Monastic Site and Visitor Centre, Clare
Cost
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Indoors or out
Both indoors and out
Booking
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Listed by
Heritage Ireland (OPW)
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