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Did you know that LEGO is the most resold toy brand in the world, with sets often increasing in value faster than gold?
Did you know that Ireland doesn’t have a dedicated Brick / LEGO museum or permanent exhibition, despite thousands of collectors and fans?
Did you know that most LEGO collections end up hidden in attics or scattered across marketplaces, never displayed or celebrated?

Now, imagine if there was a place that changed that. A space where LEGO collections were curated like art, where kids and adults could walk through themed exhibitions, trade, buy, and sell, and where community and creativity came together under one roof.

That’s exactly what we’re building. We are Redmond’s Forge, and we are doing it, in Arklow, Co. Wicklow.

Welcome to Redmond’s Forge. Where imagination meets the marketplace. Redmond’s Forge is your ultimate destination for all things collectible and fantastical; both online and in-museum (coming soon). Whether you’re building your dream LEGO set, hunting rare Pokémon cards, battling with the latest Magic: The Gathering decks, or preparing for your next Dungeons & Dragons campaign, you’ll find the bricks, the cards, and the toys you need right here. We also buy and trade LEGO and Pokemon every day as well as selling it – Our Full Welcome

When people hear the phrase “restoring the forge,” they might assume it’s about re-launching a website or moving stock into our new shop. But for us at Redmond’s Forge, it might mean something far more literal; and far more profound: restoring a historic blacksmith’s forge in a village in County Wicklow, Ireland – Restoring the Forge

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An Epic September LEGO Evening – From Mini-figures to Mega Hauls

What was meant to be a quick spin to collect some LEGO minifigures turned into a 4 ½ hour epic journey across Leinster. Roads, roundabouts, traffic jams, and crates of bricks carried us through multiple counties, each stop adding another chapter to the growing story of the Redmond’s Forge LEGO Museum.
Barter, Bricks, and Big Ideas

Day 14 brought something that felt both unexpected and inevitable, a reminder that the paths we take often circle back on themselves. This afternoon, I caught up with an old acquaintance from my kayaking days, someone I hadn’t seen in well over a decade. Back then, our lives revolved around rivers, rapids, and the simple…
A Family Afternoon of LEGO, Sylvanian Families, and Memories

Some afternoons just fall together in the most magical of ways. Yesterday was one of those days, a perfect blend of family, travel, LEGO, and a surprise addition in the form of Sylvanian Families. What started as a plan for a LEGO pickup ended as an adventure that felt like we were living inside a…
Old Car to Carnew: A Tale of Buyer’s Remorse, Seller’s Remorse, and a Happy Ending

Sunday began in an unusual way, with a packed schedule and a strange mix of emotions. First up was Luke’s very first rugby training session with De La Salle Palmerstown, up at Kirwan Park for 9am. There was a buzz of excitement for him, but waiting for me afterwards was a challenge closer to home,…
This Week in Lego: August 26th-September 1st

Grand Opening in Belfast What LEGO sets released today (September 1)? 1. Harry Potter – Hogsmeade Village – Collectors’ Edition […]
Bricks, Boots, & Backstrokes

With football, LEGO, swimming, and a colourful Friends pickup to finish, Day 10 was packed from start to finish. Each stop carried its own special energy, from the cheers of Ballyogan Park to the creative buzz of Taney, the splashes at Dolphin Pool, and finally the quiet satisfaction of another successful addition to the collection.…
LEGO Haul Adventure: The Connaught Run – Mullingar, Ballyote, Athlone, Four Roads & Boyle

After epic trips around Leinster and the memorable Ulster run, it was only fitting that Friday afternoon and night ended up with a Connaught adventure. This time, the roads led us west – with pickups in Westmeath and Roscommon, a car full of LEGO, and plenty of stories from the journey.
A Northern Adventure: The Belfast LEGO Store Grand Opening and a Donegal Detour

Wednesday was one of those days that will stand out in my memory, the kind of adventure that combines the joy of LEGO with the thrill of travel, discovery, and meeting new people. The destination was the grand opening of the brand-new LEGO Store in Victoria Square, Belfast, and it didn’t disappoint.