This is WELL WORTH the stop if you are passing through the area (as we were from Blarney to Kilkenny). Keep the faith, it IS here! You drive through some pretty narrow country roads and will likely think "There can't be a factory here!" but sure enough, it is. Even if you don't have an interest in collecting finely hand-crafted toy soldiers, there are other things here - and they can customize other decorative pieces such as metal Christmas tree ornaments (like with names) that will make great gifts and heirlooms for kids. There is a workshop where the kids can actually make their own soldiers! Boys and girls will love it. There's even an espresso stand (Starbucks!) in the back room for the older folks. Think of it - an activity that gets kids interested in something NOT DIGITALLY CONNECTED or PLUGGED IN! Wow! That alone is worth the trip! The artisans are in the back and you can watch these pieces being hand painted. The kids can create their own pieces and when they watch it being hand painted, they will remember that long after their current app goes out of favor. All in all, it's not too far out of the way, and when are go going to get another chance to see something like this. If you have kids, if you are into the hobby, if you are looking for unique, special gifts, even if you're just curious how it's done and want to watch craftsmen, stop in here. read more