Clonakilty’s Flax Revival on Nationwide | Cork News

Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 20, 2026 · 1m

In Clonakilty, a quiet town in West Cork, a flax revival is taking root — not just as a nostalgic hobby, but as a full-blown community movement poised to go national. Featured on RTÉ’s Nationwide, the project “Threads of Time” celebrates two centuries since the local flax and linen industry declined, with farmers like Michael Coughlan using vintage tools to plant seeds and heritage experts like Claire Deasy from the National Parks and Wildlife Service lending their voices. From the scent of flax to the buzz of a documentary crew, this isn’t just about flowers — it’s about resurrecting…