Welcome to The Gift Horse. We are an Irish Country themed gift shop based in Kilkenny. We specialise in selling art, clothes, accessories, equestrian gifts, and homeware.

Art

We have an interesting mix of artists here at The Gift horse, mostly Irish and British. We tend to gather work that leans towards the country life.

Homeware

We stock a fun mix of home accessories. Our unusual lamps and side tables are sure to bring a smile on an evening at home. Of course, the animals feature highly here too!

Lifestyle

Bringing unusual and hard to find clothes and accessories into our everyday life. Our kimonos will bring some colour into your life, and our outerwear will protect you on rainy days.

Men’s Gifts

We have plenty of great gifts for men, stocking a good range of well-priced silk ties with the country and traditional themes. We also have beautiful cufflinks and great gadgets.

Kids

Gorgeous raffia storage boxes, interesting dinnerware and great fun games to keep the gang going. We also have lovely artwork, books and kids lighting.

Jewellery

Our jewellery is a collection of the wildlife inspired, stunning works of silver and well designed very day pieces.

Books

Our books are a collection of smart coffee table types - visually beautiful, thoughtful and humorous.

Thieving Magpies necklace

Theiving Magpies- where a pair of magpies will bring good luck and even joy!

€115

Shrinking Violet

Shrinking Violet Framed Print is a playful piece full of character and charm.

€285

Riding Boots Umbrella Stand

This lovely Riding Boots Umbrella Stand is a beautiful colour and looks great with leather upper, stud and zipper fastening. Looks like the real thing from a short distance!

€95

Owl in the Ivy Necklace

High up, in a hole in the trunk of an ancient oak, sits the imperious tawny owl. Most of the time she’ll see you but you won’t see her, hiding there behind the ivy; still as the tree itself. But remember to look up sometimes, you might get lucky.

€96