Toy Soldier Factory - Prince August
About the Business
The Toy Soldier Factory - Prince August is a must-visit institution located in the heart of Macroom, County Cork, Ireland. At this unique establishment, visitors can explore an impressive collection of handcrafted metal toy soldiers, experience the fascinating history of toy soldiers and take part in fun workshops where they can create their own miniature masterpieces.
As a point of interest and store, the Toy Soldier Factory - Prince August is a place where visitors of all ages can immerse themselves in the world of toy soldiers like never before. The factory was founded in the early 1970s by brothers Seamus and Michael O'Sullivan, who wanted to bring the art of tin soldier casting back to Ireland. Since then, the factory has grown into a popular tourist attraction that welcomes thousands of visitors each year.
As Ireland's only full-time producer of metal toy soldiers, the Toy Soldier Factory - Prince August offers an impressive range of products, including traditional soldiers, historical figures and even fantasy and sci-fi characters. Visitors can browse the extensive range of products in the on-site store, which is filled with beautifully crafted toy soldiers in an array of different scales.
In addition to browsing the store, visitors to the Toy Soldier Factory - Prince August can take part in fun and informative workshops that teach them how to create their own metal toy soldiers. These workshops are perfect for families, groups or individuals who want to get hands-on with the art of tin soldier casting, and they offer a unique and memorable experience for all involved.
For those looking to plan their visit to this charming institution, the Toy Soldier Factory - Prince August even operates a dedicated travel agency, making it easy for visitors to book their trip and make the most of their time in the beautiful region of Macroom. With its fascinating history, impressive product range and engaging workshops, the Toy Soldier Factory - Prince August is a true gem of a tourist attraction that is not to be missed.
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Location & Phone number
1 Kilnamartyra, Macroom P12 FN79, Co. Cork, Ireland
Hours open
Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"Kids can enjoy colouring metal figures ... Amazing experience.. 47 years of Heritage .."
"Bit of a trip down memory lane visiting the Prince August Toy Soldier Factory. Back in the 80s we used to visit upstairs in Eason's to buy molds and lead to cast our own miniatures. We had a serious production line going and made half Napoleon's Grand Army! The factory is located just outside Macroom and is well worth the visit. There is plenty of parking outside the shop. The lady who greeted us was very friendly. We had a good poke around the shop and saw the craft area where they run casting and painting workshops. They serve coffee and there is a public toilet available. At the back you can walk through the factory and see the area where they paint miniatures for sale. Well worth a visit, even if you were not a lead casting child of the 80s!!!"
"Great experience for adults even though it is appears to be more geared for kids! Myself and my boyfriend enjoyed painting the models we had chosen. You have a lot of choice and it was difficult to decide! The staff are very friendly and welcoming and were able to find me a refill when the colour i was using ran out! Sadly the museum/exhibiton is no longer there as it has been returned to Germany because of COVID. There is plenty of parking on site and picnic tables outside too on the grass."
"Fantastic morning spent casting and painting toy soldiers and fairies. Staff are super friendly and we had a thoroughly enjoyable time. Well worth a visit and if you’re lucky, you might get to see the staff making moulds. They have lots of kits to purchase so you can make your own chess sets, soldiers or fairies at home."
"Good place to visit with kids. Toys are beautiful and you can make the toys on your own with moulds. Staffs are friendlier and helpful in answering our questions patiently. Only 4 stars because price of toys. Bit expensive but worth quality."
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