3 Best Shopping in Bantry, County Cork

Europe's most southwesterly pottery workshop can be found on the scenic Durrus–Mizen Head road just west of Bantry. Helen Ennis produces handmade ceramic tableware in a variety of glazes.

A group of local artists and craftspeople sell their wares at this large retail premises in the town center. Wood turning from storm-felled timber, knitwear, local ceramics, small artworks, candles, and jewelry are among the handcrafted items on offer.

On the road between Bantry and Glengarriff, this deli (and wine bar) is a showcase for locally made farmhouse cheeses, pâtés, and salamis, served on attractive sampling platters. It's also an excellent place to assemble a picnic or just to browse.