Carraig Donn
Carraig Donn is an Irish fashion, jewellery and giftware retailer that began as a family business in Westport, County Mayo, in 1965. It runs a nationwide store chain and operates what it describes as Ireland's largest knitwear plant.
| Founded | 1965 |
|---|---|
| Origin | Westport, County Mayo |
| Stores | Around 35 in Ireland |
| Manufacturing | Irish knitwear plant |
| Website | carraigdonn.com |
What is Carraig Donn?
Carraig Donn is a retailer and knitwear manufacturer from Ireland. It started in 1965 as a family business in Westport, County Mayo, where it opened its first shop, and has grown into a chain of around 35 stores across the country.
Products and positioning
The company describes itself as a leading Irish retailer of fashion, jewellery and giftware. Its offer spans:
- Clothing for women and men
- Knitwear from its own manufacturing plant
- Jewellery and giftware
Distribution
Alongside its stores and online shop, Carraig Donn manufactures knitwear in Ireland and exports around 60 percent of that production to the United States and Europe. It employs more than 470 people across manufacturing, retail and e-commerce. Patrick Hughes is managing director.
Why it matters
Carraig Donn is a rare example of an Irish retailer that combines a national store network with domestic knitwear manufacturing and export, linking local production to international demand for Irish knitwear.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Carraig Donn from?
Carraig Donn began in 1965 as a family business in Westport, County Mayo, Ireland.
What does Carraig Donn sell?
Carraig Donn sells fashion, knitwear, jewellery and giftware through stores across Ireland and online.