Tyrone Crystal

Tyrone Crystal Factory at Dungannon specializes in making one-of- a- kind pieces. Visitors to the facility can witness the entire process, watching as the crystal objects mouth blown, and then cut and finished by hand.

The state of the art factory that stands here today has a long history of craftsmanship. It was founded in 1771 in a nearby, still standing glasshouse, by Father Austin Eustace to help local youngsters learn a profitable trade and make their living. They began to learn their craft as a small group using makeshift tools.

In later years, once an actual factory and furnaces were built, a master glass blower from Austria came to Tyrone to pass on his art. Tyrone Crystal then moved into the circle of world-class artisans, where the company remains to this day.

The company currently enjoys the convenience of a modern factory, where all operations are housed under the same roof. Tyrone Crystal gained the distinction of ISO 9000 for its quality products in 1988.

Highly skilled artisans are employed here, and as many as 26 of them may be involved in the creation of one unique crystal masterpiece. Visitors come from places near and far, take the tour, and then enjoy shopping at the craft centre located on the factory premises.