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Whether you are looking for a gift to celebrate a special occasion or something to make your house a home, then the Grey Heron is the perfect destination for you.

The Grey Heron is a gift shop and gallery located in the busy market town of Bandon in West Cork, Ireland. With a gallery overlooking the quaint Bridge Street, the shop is named after the unmistakable long legged and long necked waterbird, Grey Heron, which is spotted regularly on the River Bandon, which flows beside beside the shop.

The Grey Heron proudly support local artists and craft makers, giving shoppers the perfect choice between Irish and international craft and design. There is an atmosphere in store that allows shoppers and visitors spend time, browse the wide collection and not rush their stay.

It is more than a shop. Whether you are looking to browse, get inspiration, fill up your weekends, explore somewhere new or visiting with a purpose, the Grey Heron is the destination for you.

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While in Bandon why not pop into the West Cork Heritage Centre.

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15 Bridge St, Cloghmacsimon, Bandon, Co. Cork, P72 H966, Ireland
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