Cork's stickmakers club branch gets to grips with turning wood

The Cork branch of Celtic Stickmakers is one of the most active — its co-founder explains the benefits of turning wood, writes Ellie O’Byrne.

At the ripe old age of 95, Francis John Geary is the oldest member of Cork’s Celtic Stickmakers group.

At the evening’s meeting at The Lough Scout Hall, Francis seems happier to sit and chat, enjoying the social element of the club, with his hands resting atop his own walking cane, as stick makers around him work on their craft.