Authentic Blackthorn Irish Walking Stick Shillelagh

Note: due to huge demand and orders to fulfill, it will be about 2 weeks before your stick is finally shipped. You can count on getting it in time for Christmas with regular shipping. 

We partnered with Irelands top Shillelagh makers - so you have clicked to the right page If you want a top quality piece of Ireland in the form of a blackthorn shillelagh. What you get here is authentic craftsmanship picked straight from the workshop of the maker that we have direct relationships with, that you will not see with other sellers. Aidan regularly visits to collect fresh orders. (And gets very attached to them and hates letting go!)

Important process here to follow:

This listing here is a general listing with no specific stick featured as we make to order, so, just put through your purchase here and then:

• Aidan will be in touch with you after your purchase to consult with you to help you choose the correct style stick, correct height, handle etc.
• We will NOT ship anything until we have clarified with you which exact Stick works for you. We also have Hazel woof which we can show you as an option (some customers prefer a lighter but solid one - Aidan will be in touch after you order)
• Get the order through and we will take it from there. 👌

Frequently Asked Questions About Blackthorn Irish Walking Sticks

What is a Blackthorn walking stick?

A blackthorn stick is a long stick made from blackthorn with a handle at the top for a grip. It is made from Irish blackthorns and it is a durable walking stick. Hundreds of years ago, the Shillelagh was used as a fighting weapon but these days it is common for people to use it for hiking or as a walking aid.

How do you pronounce Shillelagh?

Shillelagh is pronounced as shill-ay-lee. It is the English version of the original name in Gaelic called sail éille. Sail means 'willow' and éille means 'leash'.

What is a shillelagh used for?

In the 18th and 19th century, Shillelaghs were used for fighting by gangs in Ireland. They were an effective fighting weapon. The tradition of stick fighting was called Bataireacht in Gaelic. These days they are used for a walking aid. They are a useful cane to have when going for a stroll.