West Cork Shorescape the West Cork Islands Rosscarbery Tragumna Glandore Leap Ballydehob Durrus Schull Kilcrohane Castletownbere Rossmacowen Allihies Cahermore Ballydonegan Eyeries

It is said that variety has a charm all of its own. Stunning scenery, an unspoiled

environment, a warm welcome as well as culture and history rich in diversity and

interest combine to ensure that West Cork is truly a place apart. With the warming

influence of the gulfstream, the finest of local foods, a dramatic coastline, subtly changing

landscapes, accessible islands, blue flag beaches, historic towns, vibrant villages, a wealth

of activities and much, much more, West Cork offers everything for the discerning visitor.

During your visit we invite you to explore the region and experience it’s many and varied charms.

Top quality accommodation, visitor attractions and facilities suitable to all tastes and budgets can

be found throughout the region. All the establishments listed are Failte Ireland approved and are

committed to product and service excellence through training, networking and the implementation

of a Code of Best Practice.

The Fuchsia, long associated with West Cork has been chosen as the symbol of origin and quality

for the food, tourism and craft products of the region and reflects positive local characteristics,

such as environmental quality, as well as the richness and diversity of the heritage, culture and

landscape. Producers and providers sanctioned to utilise the “Fuchsia” logo must adhere to strict

quality criteria, thereby ensuring excellence in all aspects of product and service quality.

We invite you to visit many of the wonderful destinations throughout West Cork and to sample the

local produce throughout your stay. You will find the produce widely available in local guest

accommodation, restaurants, stores and supermarkets. We are pleased to invite your comments on

any aspect of the Fuchsia Brand initiative, or on any of the accredited companies or products.

A Consumer Response Card is available at each of the listed tourism establishments.

Alternatively, you may visit us at www.fuchsiabrands.com and www.westcorkaplaceapart.com

“But lo! The sky has cleared after a furious fall of rain and a car is waiting to

carry us to Loughine. Before the traveller, almost all the way, is a huge pile of

purple mountain, on which, as one comes nearer, one perceives numberless

waves and breaks, as you see small waves on a willow in the sea; then clambering

up a hill, we look down upon a bright green flat of land, with the lake beyond

it, girt round by grey melancholy hills. The water may be a mile in extent.

I felt not sorry to have seen this lonely lake. There it lies with crags all round it,

in the midst of desolate plains: it escapes somewhere to the sea: its waters are

salt: half-a-dozen boats lie here and there upon its banks, and we saw a small

crew of boys plashing about and swimming in it, laughing and yelling. “

“We see the water before us, and turning to the right by the handsome little

park of Lord Bearhaven, enter Bantry. The harbour is beautiful. Small mountains

in green undulations rising on the opposite side; great grey ones farther back;

a pretty island in the midst of the water, which is wonderfully bright and calm.

A handsome yacht, and two or three vessels with their Sunday colours out,

were lying in the bay. It looked like a seaport scene at a theatre, gay, cheerful,

neat, and picturesque. At a little distance the town, too, is very pretty.”

(From the Irish Sketch Book by William Makepeace Thackeray, 1842)

West Cork ShorescapeA P L A C E A P A R T

the West Cork IslandsRugged, wild and beautiful, the West Cork islands are steeped in history, ancient culture and

shrouded in mystery and romance. For thousands of years these islands have captured the minds

and imaginations of successive generations.

Heir Island, situated in Roaringwater Bay is sheltered by Sherkin to the southeast and Oileain Chleire to the

south, is an artist’s paradise with wonderful walks, easy cycling and sandy beaches that are ideal for sailing.

With a population of 35, there is little disturbance for the many unusual birds that nest here. There are over 200

varieties of wild flowers that inhabit the marshy soil found at the centre of the island. With a sail school, B&B’s

and self catering cottages and a famous island restaurant, Heir Island is the place to get away from it all.

Sherkin Island has the ruins of a 15th century abbey, the ancestral home of the O’Drisscoil Clan, a strong arts

and crafts tradition and regular sightings of seal and dolphins. Sherkin, a 10 minute ferry journey from

Baltimore pier, is home to over 100 full time residents and has much to offer the visitor. A quality hotel and

guesthouse, a shop and post office, pubs and restaurants offering good traditional music and good food will

make everyone feel welcome on this loveliest of islands.

The Gaeltacht island of Oileán Chléire, lies 8 miles off the coast. The most southerly island off the coast is a

paradise of solitude and inspiration. Its wild romantic scenery, sparkling harbours, archaeological sites, cliffs

and bogs all contribute to the island’s unspoilt charm. Rare migratory birds, whales, leather-back turtles, sun

fish and sharks are spotted every year. A friendly bilingual population of 140, removed from the hustle and

bustle of mainland life, will make the visitor feel at home here. There are guesthouses, a hostel, self-catering

accommodation, shops and pubs here. Annual highlights include the International Story Telling Festival and

the Bird -watching Festival.

Bere Island located in Bantry Bay off the south west coast, 2km offshore from Castletownbere on the Beara

Peninsula is the largest of the West Cork islands. It is rich in natural and cultural heritage and contains well

preserved sites from 19th and 20th Century military installations and two Martello Towers. Bere has a population

of 200 and has some excellent accommodation, shops, pubs restaurants to savour. Laurence Cove Marina offers

shelter and facilities to sailors on their way around the coast. A visit to Bere Island will not leave you

disappointed

Other West Cork islands, include Dursey on the end of Beara Peninsula,which is is connected to the mainland

by cable car. Dursey offers ancient archaeological sites, walking trails and breathtaking scenery. Whiddy Island

lying at the top of Bantry Bay, is just a short boat trip from Bantry town making it popular with day trippers.

Long island can be approached from Schull and again offers a relaxing day trip from the bustle of urban living.

... just so much to see and do...

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How to get here

West Cork Development Partnership,

West Cork Technology Park

Clonakilty, West Cork.

Tel: 023 8834035 Fax: 023 8834066

e-mail: [email protected]

www.wcdp.ie

www.westcorkaplaceapart.com

South & East Cork Area Development Ltd.,

Midleton Community Enterprise Centre,

Owennacurra Business Park,

Knockgriffin, Midleton, East Cork.

Tel: 021 4613432 Fax: 021 4613808

www.eastcorktourism.com

e-mail: [email protected]

Comhdhail Oileain na hEireann,

Inis Oirr, Arainn, Cuan na Gaillimhe.

Tel: 099 75096 Fax: 099 75103

[email protected]

e-mail:[email protected]

We would like to thank Aquaventures Dive Centre, Atlantic Sea Kayaking, Julien Bailly, Erwan Bouric, Courtmacsherry Angling, Whale Watch WestCork, Padraig Whooley IWDG, Cobh & Harbour Chamber, Cobh Heritage Centre for their valued contribution.All information correct at time to press. Every care is taken to produce the information as accurately as possible. However the compiler and publishers assume no responsibility for errors or omissions.

YOUGHAL DIVE CHARTERS

www.youghaldivecharters.com

New ’42 Interceptor with dive lift and onboard compressor for refilling bottles. Dept. of

Marine licensed for up to 12 people for exploring numerous wrecks in the area. Fully fitted

with all the latest electronic and navigation equipment. We supply moorings (up to 2 tonne)

and put them in place. We can inspect mooring chains and shackles. We are available for

charter work and survey.

Tel: 024 91220 Fax: 024 93523 Mobile: 087 2112488

Email: [email protected]

YOUGHAL DEEP SEA ANGLING

www.youghaldeepseaangling.com

Enjoy deep sea fishing off Youghal on SSeeaa HHuunntteerr Interceptor 42” charter boat. Operates from

Youghal to some of the best fishing grounds on the South Coast from Ballycotton Island, Capel

Island to Mine Head taking in beautiful scenery. We catch Pollack, Cod, Ling, Whiting, Conger

and Shark in season using Mackerel bait which is plentiful. Easy access on our own pontoon and

bridge. You will be given all the help you need to fish and we can supply you with rods & tackle.

Evening trips from June to Sept. 21⁄2 hr trip fishing for Mackerel and Pollack. Ideal for families

or singles not wanting a full day.

Boat is fully licensed to the highest Dept. of

Marine P5 rating and fully insured.

Why not try Youghal for your day out at sea?

Tel: 024 91220 Fax: 024 93523

Mobile: 087 3166722


A D V E N T U R E C O A S T

... just so much to see and do...

This project is an inter-territorial developmentinitiative under the SHF – CSS scheme

supported by the Department of Community,Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs and the

Department of Communications, Energy andNatural Resources and implemented by the

West Cork Development Partnership and Southand East Cork Area Development.

Are you the independent type looking to get away from it all? Maybe you fancy a break away

with the family where kids of all ages are catered for? If so, then a visit to East Cork is a must!

You’ll find a warm welcome, sandy beaches, stunning landscapes and some of the country’s top

visitor attractions, in other words, your ideal touring base. East Cork is easily accessed by air and

sea plus our roads network is one of the best in all of Ireland. Once here you’re never be too far

from Cork City or any of the major towns of Cobh, Midleton and Youghal.

If you’re the adventurous type, then East Cork can offer you some of the best of outdoor activity

facilities. Watersports including power boating, sailing and canoeing; horse-riding, deep sea

angling and diving are all on your door-step.

East Cork has a wide ranging selection of accommodation to suit any budget; including

self-catering, hotels, guest-houses and caravan and camping. With superb Atlantic

seafood, farmer’s markets, and speciality food shops you will be spoilt for choice in gourmet

dining experiences.

For nature lovers, there is a special interest bird trail, relaxing river cruises and of course Ireland’s

only wildlife park! With festivals and events taking place all year round - East Cork truly has it all!

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I N T R O D U C T I O NA coastline with rugged physical beauty, stunning scenery, an unspoiled

environment and a warm welcome, as well as culture and history rich in diver-

sity ensure that the county of Cork is simply unique. This in combination with

the warming influence of the Gulf Stream, blue flag beaches, marine facilities

and an array of water activities ensures that Cork can offer something special

to the discerning visitor. During your visit to the region, we invite you to sample

the many destinations and leisure pursuits outlined in this brochure.

Cork’s Maritime History The city of Cork and indeed all of its coastal towns and villages have strong maritime roots originating from the

Scandinavian Viking longships. It is believed that Cork County’s maritime history began with the discovery of

copper deposits in Allihies, West Cork, thereby initiating a trade link with other mining areas.

A former adage for the city of Cork is “Statio Bene Fida Carini”, which denotes ‘A safe anchorage for ships’. The arms of

the city show a sailing ship with three masts, between the two towers of the Port. Another former name for Cork was

‘Bealach Coullach’ or the ‘Way of the Tribes’. It is apparent that the very existence of Cork was extremely dependent

on the deep natural harbour leading into the city.

During the 8th and 9th Century, fleets of fishing and trading boats visited ports right along the Cork coast from the

scenic walled port of Youghal, lying at the mouth of the Blackwater River, to the charming towns and villages of

Kinsale, Baltimore and Schull. The Viking invasions began during the 9th Century, this was followed by the raids by

the Anglo-Normans who then captured the city in 1177. Cork was granted its royal charter in 1185, thereby granting

its status as a city in Ireland.

The Port of Cork gained prominence during the 12th Century as a centre of trade in agricultural produce. The

hinterland of the city produced an abundance of agricultural produce, particularly butter that was then exported

through the port. During the 18th Century, reclamation of the marshes surrounding the city increased Cork Port’s

capacity and position as the principal port in Munster. This lead to the establishment of trade links with ports along

the French and Iberian coastline, with Bordeaux in France emerging as the most important market for Irish produce

in France. It is believed that the rise in the demand for shipbuilding lead to the revitalisation of Cork’s fortunes

during the 19th Century.

In 1678, work began on a fortress at the entrance to Kinsale harbour, where the intention was to ensure protection

and safe passage for ships. The fort was built in a star-like shape allowing for additional defence of the fort with the

five-pointed bastion. This fortress was named Charles Fort. Across the harbour lies James Fort, built in 1601 to

protect the town of Kinsale.

In 1805, the construction began of five Martello Towers to guard Cork harbour at the following locations;

Ringaskiddy, Haulbowline, Belvelly, Monning and Rossleague. Cobh is one of the most prominent towns along the

Cork coastline. The town was Ireland’s main emigration town following the Great Famine of 1846 to 1848. Previously,

Cobh was renamed as Queenstown in honour of Queen Victoria’s visit to the town in 1849. Cobh was also the

departure point for thousands of Irish emigrants, the most famous of these was Annie Moore and her two brothers

who departed Queenstown (Cobh) aboard the ‘SS Nevada’ bound for the infamous port in Ellis Island, New York.

Annie was the first emigrant to be accepted into New York and a memorial can be found at the quayside in Cobh and

at Ellis Island.

On the 11th of April 1912, the newly built White star liner the ‘Titanic’ embarked on her maiden voyage across the

Atlantic. The liner stopped at Roches Point, off Cobh to collect more passengers and these were the last passengers

to board the ill-fated liner as it set off on its trans-Atlantic voyage. A mere three years later, another maritime tragedy

happened off the coast of Kinsale. In May 1915, a liner named the ‘Lusitania’ departed from New York en route to

Liverpool. However, the liner was struck by a torpedo 10 miles off the coast of Kinsale and sank in a mere 91 metres

of water. The incident had momentous consequences as it lead to the involvement of the United States of America

in World War I. There are memorials in Cobh to remember the victims of both the ‘Titanic’ and ‘Lusitania’.

It is suggested that the phrase “By hook or by crook” refers to the length of coastline from Hook Head in Wexford to

Crookhaven in West Cork. Many shipwrecks lie off this coastline, including the ‘SS Sirius’ which was the first passen-

ger steamship to cross the Atlantic, and now lies off the small fishing village of Ballycotton in East Cork. The

aforementioned ‘Lusitania’ remains off the Old Head of Kinsale.

In 1720, the first yacht club in the world was founded with its headquarters in Hawlbowline Island in Cork harbour.

It was known as The Water Club of Cork. By 1831 the club was granted its admiralty warrant thereby becoming ‘The

Royal Cork Yacht Club’. The RCYC organised a regatta in 1928, which instigated a turnaround in the fortunes of the

club. In 1966, the club moved to its present location in Crosshaven. Following this, the RCYC launched another

regatta in 1986, which became known locally as ‘Cork Week’. This is now run as a biennial event and attracts contest-

ants from far and wide.

Due to its southerly location and the influence of the Gulf Stream, the Baltimore area enjoys a climate unlike the rest

of the Cork coastline. Ireland’s only marine nature reserve Lough Hyne, is situated near Baltimore in West Cork. This

unique lake is filled by water from the Atlantic by a narrow tidal channel know as ‘the rapids’. Roaringwater Bay is

another beautifully scenic location that is home to the Carbery Hundred Isles, charming villages and places of quiet

anchorage, in addition to an abundance of sea life such as dolphins, whales and seals. An interesting detail about

Baltimore is that pirates from the Barbery Coast in Morocco raided the village in 1631. They kidnapped over one

hundred people and brought them back to Morocco with them. The Fastnet Lighthouse is more commonly known

as the ‘Teardrop of Ireland’ as it was the last sight of Ireland for many emigrants.

We hope that this brief synopsis of our heritage and unique location, entices you to visit the many destinations and sample

the numerous activities on offer along the 1,000 kilometres of Cork coastline dappled with numerous bays and inlets.

County Cork

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A D V E N T U R E C O A S T

I R E L A N D

Whale & Dolphin Watching

Blue Flag Beaches

Sailing

Bird Watching

The Oysterhaven Centre

Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4770738

www.oysterhaven.com email: [email protected]

West Cork Sailing & Powerboating Centre

The Boat House, Adrigole, Beara, Co. Cork 027 60132

www.westcorksailing.com email: [email protected]

BERTHING FACILITIESAdrigole

Adrigole, Co. Cork

Castlepark Marina

Castlepark, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4774959

www.castleparkmarina.com

email: [email protected]

Crookhaven

Crookhaven, Co. Cork

Glandore

Glandore, Co. Cork

Glengarriff

Glengarrif, Co. Cork

Kinsale Yacht Club

Lower O'Connell Street, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4773433

www.kyc.ie email: [email protected]

Lawrence Cove Marina

Bere Island, West Cork, Co. Cork 027 75044

www.lawrencecovemarina.com

Schull

Schull, Co. Cork

Trident Marina

Trident Hotel Marina, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4772927

www.sailingireland.com email: [email protected]

BOAT HIRE AND YACHT CHARTERAtlantic Boating Services

Regal Industrial Estate, Skibbereen, Co. Cork 028 22145

www.atlanticboat.ie email: [email protected]

Baltimore Yacht Charters

Baltimore, Co. Cork 028 20160

ww.baltimoreyachtcharters.com email:

[email protected]

Kinsailing


www.kinsailing.com email: [email protected]

Kinsale Harbour Tours

Old Head, Kinsale, Co. Cork

021 4778946 www.kinsaleharbourcruises.com

Rossbrin Boatyard

Rossbrin, Schull, Co. Cork 028 37352

www.rossbrin-boatyard.com


Sail Ireland Charters

Trident Hotel Marina, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4772927

www.sailireland.com email: [email protected]

SEA & SHORE ANGLINGCork Harbour Boats

Glenbrook, Passage West, Co. Cork 021 4841348

www.corkharbourboats.com


Courtmacsherry Angling

Woodpoint, Courtmacsherry, Co. Cork 023 8846427

www.courtmacsherryangling.ie email:[email protected]

Gerald O'Neill Sea Angling

Leap, Co. Cork 028 33510

www.oneillangling.com email: [email protected]

Ireland Sea Angling

Inches, Eyeries, Beara Peninsula, West Cork 027 74494

www.irelandseaangling.com email: [email protected]

Kinsale Angling Co-op

1, Rampart Lane, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4774946

www.kinsale-angling.com


South Western Regional Fisheries Board

Sunnyside House, Macroom, Co. Cork

026 41222

www.swrfb.com email: [email protected]

West Cork Marine Tours

Union Hall, Co Cork 028 36832 086 3273226

www.whales-dolphins-ireland.com

ROD HIRE & BAIT Clon Tackle and Leisure

Clonakilty, Co. Cork 023 8835580

www.clontackle.com email: [email protected]

Courtmacsherry Angling

Woodpoint House, Courtmacsherry, Co. Cork 023 8846427

www.courtmacsherryangling.ie email: csal@iol

Lisselan, Clonakilty, Co. Cork 023 8833249

www.lisselan.com email: [email protected]

COASTAL BIRD WATCHING Cape Clear Island

Clogheen, Clonakility

Commogue Marsh, Kinsale

Courtmacsherry Bay

Lough Ine, Skibbereen

Lough Ine Interpretative Centre

Old Gas Works, Upper Bridge Street,

Skibereen, Co. Cork 028 8846427

www.skibbheritage.com/hyne email: [email protected]

Mizen Head

Rosscarbery

PLEASURE BOAT CRUISES & BOAT TRIPSBlue Pool Ferry

Blue Pool, Glengarriff, Co. Cork

027 63333 & 086 6013218

www.bluepoolferry.com email: [email protected]

Glengarriff & Garnish Boat Services

Glengarriff, Co. Cork 027 63116 & 087 2345861

www.harbourqueenferry.com


Kinsale Harbour Tours

Upper Lispatrick, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4778946

www.kinsaleharbourcruises.com

Shearwater Cruises

Seaview Farm, Kilbrittan, Cork 023 8849610


West Cork Coastal Cruises

Baltimore, Co. Cork 028 39153 & 087 2680760

www.westcorkcoastalcrusies.com



Union Hall, Co. Cork 028 36832 & 086 3273226


Whiddy Island Ferry

Bantry, Co. Cork 027 50310

WHALE & DOLPHIN WATCHING Aquaventures Dive Centre

The Stone House B&B

Lifeboat Road, Baltimore, Co. Cork 028 20511 & 087 7961456

www.aquaventures.ie email: [email protected]

Ireland Sea Angling

Inches, Eyeries, Beara Peninsula, West Cork 027 74494

www.irelandseaangling.com email: [email protected]


Union Hall, Co. Cork 028 36832 and 086 3273226


Whalewatch West Cork

Reen Pier, Union Hall, Co. Cork 028 33357 & 086 1200027

www.whalewatchwestcork.com email: [email protected]

MARINE PACKAGED HOLIDAYS WITH ACCOMMODATIONAquaventures Dive Centre

The Stone House B&B

Lifeboat Road, Baltimore, Co. Cork 028 20511 & 087 7961456


Baltimore Yacht Charters

Baltimore, Co. Cork 028 20160

www.baltimoreyachtcharters.com


The Oysterhaven Holiday & Activity Centre

Oysterhaven, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4770738

www.oysterhaven.com email: [email protected]

Trag Retreat

Gokane, Tragumna, Skibbereen, Co. Cork 028 23283

www.tragretreat.com email: [email protected]




LOCAL ON SHORE ATTRACTIONS & HOTELS Actons Hotel

Pier Road, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4779900

www.actonshotelkinsale.com


Blue Haven Hotel

Pearse Street, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4772209

www.bluehavenkinsale.com


Carlton Hotel Kinsale & Spa

Rathmore Road, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4706000

www.carltonkinsalehotel.com


Casey's of Baltimore Hotel

Baltimore, West Cork, Co. Cork 028 20197

www.caseysofbaltimore.com


Celtic Ross Hotel

Rosscarbery, West Cork, Co. Cork 023 8848722

www.celticrosshotel.com email: [email protected]

Dunmore House Hotel

Muckross, Clonakilty, Co. Cork 023 8833352

www.dunmorehousehotel.ie


Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa


www.inchydoneyisland.com


Quality Hotel & Leisure Centre

Clogheen, Clonakilty, Co. Cork 023 8836400

www.qualityhotelclon.com


The Trident

World's End, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4779300

www.tridenthotel.com email: [email protected]

MARITIME MUSEUMS & VISITOR CENTRES Call of the Sea

North Road, Castletownbere, Co. Cork 027 70835

www.callofthesea.com email: [email protected]

Mizen Head Signal Station Visitor Centre

Mizen Tourism Co-op Society, Harbour Rd., Goleen, Co. Cork

028 35115 www.mizenhead.net email: [email protected]

Skibereen Heritage Centre

Old Gas Works, Upper Bridge Street, Skibereen, Co. Cork 028 40900

www.skibbheritage.com email: [email protected]

CANOEING & KAYAKING Atlantic Sea Kayaking

The Abbey, Skibbereen, Co. Cork 028 21058

www.atlanticseakayaking.com email: [email protected]

H2O Extreme Kayaking

Kilkerrin, Ballinspittle, Co. Cork 021 4778884 & 087 8768549

www.h2oextreme.blogspot.com

Kinsale Outdoor Education Centre

St. John's Hill, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4772896

www.kinsaleoutdoors.com email: [email protected]

Ross Leisure

The Lagoon, Rosscarbery, Co. Cork 023 8848893 & 087 7462720

www.rossleisure.com email: [email protected]

Sea Kayaking West Cork

Cnocoura, Castletownbere, Co. Cork

027 70692 & 086 3098654

www.seakayakingwestcork.com [email protected]




DIVING CENTRES Aquaventures Dive Centre

The Stone House, Lifeboat Road, Baltimore, Co. Cork 028 20511


Divecology

Cooradarrigan, Schull, Co. Cork 028 28943 & 086 8372065

www.divecology.com email: [email protected]

SURFINGH2O Extreme

Coolbawn, Garrettstown, Co.Cork 021 4778884 & 087 8768549

www.surfgtown.com email: [email protected]

West Cork Surf School

Inchadoney, Clonakilty, Co. Cork 086 8695396

www.westcorksurfing.com

BLUE FLAG BEACHES Barleycove, Crookhaven, Co. Cork

Garretstown, Ballinspittle, Co. Cork

Garrylucas, Ballinspittle, Co. Cork

Inchydoney, Clonakilty, Co. Cork

Owenahincha, Rosscarbery, Co. Cork

The Warren, Rosscarbery, Co. Cork

Tragumna, Skibereen, Co. Cork

GREEN COAST BEACH Red Strand, Rosscarbery, Co. Cork

COASTAL WALKS Kinsale

Tourist Information Office, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4772234

The Beara Way

Beara Tourism & Development, Castletownbere, Co. Cork 027 70054

www.bearatourism.com

The Seven Heads Walks

023 8840177 www.sevenheadspeninsula.com

The Sheeps Head Way

Tourist Information Office, Town Hall, Skibbereen, Co. Cork

028 21766 www.thesheepshead.com

THALASSOTHERAPY CENTRES Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa


www.inchydoneyisland.com email: [email protected]

BOAT REPAIR Old Court Boats Ltd

Old Court, Skibereen, Co. Cork 028 21249

www.oldcourboats.ie email: [email protected]

OPW SITES Barryscourt Castle

Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork Tel; 021 488 2218


Charlesfort

Summer Cove, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4772263

www.heritageireland.ie

Desmond Castle

Cork Street, Kinsale, Co. Cork Tel; 021 4774855


W E S T C O R KSAILING AND YACHT CLUBS Baltimore Sailing Club

Baltimore Co. Cork 028 20426

www.baltimoresailingclub.com [email protected]

Bantry Bay Sailing Club

Abbey Road, Bantry, Co. Cork

www.sailing.ie/bantrybay email: [email protected]

Crookhaven Harbour Sailing Club

Crookhaven, Co. Cork

Glandore Harbour Yacht Club

Glandore, Co Cork 028 34676 (028 33640 15th-19th July)


www.glandoreyc.com

Kinsale Yacht Club


www.kyc.ie email: [email protected]

SAILING ACTIVITIESCoolmain Sailing

Bandon, Co. Cork 023 8844464

email: [email protected] www.coolmain-sailing.com

Courtmacsherry Sailing & Leisure

Cullinagh, Courtmacsherry, Bandon, Co. Cork

www.courtmacsherry.ie

Fastnet Marine Education Centre

Colla Road, Schull, Co. Cork. Tel; 028 28515

www.schullsailing.ie email: [email protected]

Glenans Irish Sailing Club

The Old Station House, Baltimore, Co. Cork 028 20630

email: [email protected] www.gisc.ie

Kinsale Outdoor Education Centre

John's Hill, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4772896

www.kinssaleoutdoors.com email: [email protected]

Schull Harbour Sailing Club

Schull, Co. Cork. Tel; 021 4291878

www.shsc.ie email: Contact available on website

Sovereign Sailing

15, Springmount, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4774145

www.sovereignsailing.com


PLEASURE CRUISES & BOAT TRIPSBere Island Ferries

Ferry Lodge, Bere Island, Co. Cork 027 75009 & 086 2423140

www.bereislandferries.com email: [email protected]

Cape Clear Ferry

Cape Clear Ferry (Winter Service)

Cape Clear, Co. Cork Tel; 028 39153/ 087 2680760

www.capeclearferry.com Email; [email protected]

Gannets' Way

Horseshoe Cottage, Sherkin Island, Co. Cork 028 20598

www.gannetsway.com email: [email protected]

Heir Island Ferry

- Miss Josephine 086 8887799 - M.V. Thresher 086 8092447

Heir Island, West Cork

www.heirislandwestcork.com/ferry-schedules-page.html

Jack Sullivan

The Strand, Bere Island 027 75295 & 086 8236333


Murphy's Ferry Service

Anchorage, Lawrence Cove, Bere Island, Co. Cork 027 75014

www.murphysferry.com email: [email protected]

West Cork Costal Cruises (Summer Service)

Cape Clear Island, Co. Cork 028 39153/39172 & 087 2680760

www.westcorkcoastalcruises.com


10 Island Ferry Tour

Baltimore, West Cork 028 20218/ 087 2447828

www.sherkinferry.com


WHALE & DOLPHIN WATCHINGCape Clear Hostel

The Old Coastguard Station, South Island, Cape Clear Island,

Co. Cork Tel; 028 41968

www.capeclearhostel.com


Marine Museum

Cape Clear Island Museum & Archive

Cape Clear Island, Co. Cork. 028 39119 & 021 4274110

West Cork Costal Cruises




MARINE NATURE RESERVESherkin Island Nature Reserve

Sherkin Island, Co. Cork

MARINE PACKAGED HOLIDAYS WITH ACCOMMODATIONCape Clear Hostel


Co. Cork Tel; 028 41968

www.capeclearhostel.com


Ard na Gaoithe

The Glen, Cape Clear, Co. Cork 028 39160


Ardagh Holiday Village

Bere Island, Co. Cork 064 6641170

www.dreamireland.com email: [email protected]

The Admiral's House

Rerrin, Bere Island, Co. Cork 027 75213

www.visitbereisland.com email: [email protected]

Bere Island Holiday Homes

Ardagh, Bere Island, Beara, Co. Cork 021 4372531 & 086 8845709

www.bereislandholidayhomes.com email: [email protected]

Heir Island Self-Catering

Heir Island, West Cork, Co. Cork 028 22753 & 087 6124339

www.heirislandwestcork.com

Horseshoe Cottage (Gannets' Way)

Horseshoe Cottage, Sherkin Island, Co. Cork 028 20598 & 087 7972366

www.gannetsway.com email: [email protected]

Horseshoe Bay House

Horseshoe Cottage, Sherkin Island, Co. Cork 028 21794

www.sherkinisland.com email: [email protected]

Lawrence Cove Lodge

Rerrin, Bere Island, Co. Cork 027 75988

www.lawrencecovelodge.com email: [email protected]

Tigh Noini

Liaamona, Cape Clear Island, Co. Cork 028 39109



Cape Clear Island, Co. Cork. 028 39153/39172 & 087 2680760



LOCAL ONSHORE ATTRACTIONSArdnakinna Lighthouse,

Bere Island, Co. Cork

Cape Clear Bird Observatory

Cape Clear Island, Co. Cork 028 39181

Cape Clear Heritage Centre


Cape Clear Island Museum & Archive

Cape Clear Island, Co. Cork

Dun na Long / Fort of the Ships,

Sherkin Island, Co. Cork

Fastnet Rock and Lighthouse

Cape Clear Island, Co. Cork

Martello Towers,

Bere Island, Co. Cork

DIVING CENTRESCape Clear Island Adventure Centre

Cleire Lasmuigh, Cape Clear, Co. Cork 028 39198


INFORMATION POINTSCape Clear Tourist Office 028 39110

Sherkin Island Community Hall 028 20336 [email protected]

COASTAL WALKS Bere Island Loops

www.bearatourism.com email: [email protected]

Fota Arboretum and Gardens

Fota Island, Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork Tel; 021 4812728

Ilnacullin (Garinish Island)

Glengariff, Bantry, Co. Cork Tel; 027 63040

TOURIST OFFICES & INFORMATION POINTSBantry Tourist Information OfficeOld Courthouse, Bantry, Co. Cork 027 50229

Clonakilty Tourist Information Office

Ashe Street, Clonakilty, Co. Cork 023 8833226

Fáilte Ireland

Áras Fáilte, Grand Parade, Cork 021 4255100

www.corkkerry.ie email: [email protected]

Glengarriff Tourist Information Office

Glengarriff, Co. Cork 027 63084

Kinsale Tourist Information Office

Pier Road, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4772234

Macroom Tourist Information Office

Castle Gates, The Square, Macroom, Co. Cork 026 43280

Skibereen Tourist Information Office

Oifig Failte, Town Hall, Skibereen, Co. Cork 028 21766

Beara Tourist Office

Castletownbere, West Cork, Co. Cork 027 70054www.bearatourism.com email: [email protected]

LIFEBOAT & RESCUE SERVICES Baltimore RNLI,

Bull Point, Baltimore, Co. Cork 028 20174

Castletownbere RNLI

Castletownbere, Co. Cork 027 70999

Courtmacsherry Harbour RNLI

Courtmacsherry, Co. Cork 023 8846600

Irish Coast Guard

In an emergency dial 112/999

Kinsale RNLI


I S L A N D SBOAT MANUFACTURERS, RETAILERS & REPAIRS, BERTHING FACILITIES, MOORINGS & MARINASLawrence Cove Marina

Bere Island, Co. Cork 027 75044

www.lawrencecovemarina.com email: [email protected]

BOAT HIRE & YACHT CHARTERCape Clear Ferry (Winter Service)


www.capeclearferry.com email: [email protected]

West Cork Coastal Cruises (Summer Service)

Cape Clear Island, Tel; 028 39153/ 087 2680760

www.westcorkcoastalcruises.com email: [email protected]

SAILING ACTIVITIES Camp Roaring Water Ltd

Heir Island, Skibbereen, Co. Cork 028 38511

www.camproaringwater.com email: [email protected]

SEA ANGLING & FISHINGCape Clear Island Adventure

Cleire Lasmuigh, Cape Clear, Co. Cork 028 39198

[email protected]

ROD HIRE & BAIT, CANOEING & KAYAKINGCape Clear Hostel


Co. Cork Tel; 028 41968

www.capeclearhostel.com email: [email protected]

Cape Clear Island Adventure Centre

Cleire Lasmuigh, Cape Clear, Co. Cork Tel; 028 39198


COASTAL BIRD WATCHINGCape Clear Hostel


Co. Cork Tel; 028 41968

www.capeclearhostel.com email: [email protected]

Cape Clear Bird Observatory


Cape Clear Ferry


www.capeclearferry.com Email; [email protected]





EAST CORK & CORK HARBOURBOAT MANUFACTURERS, RETAILERS & REPAIRSAngling ChartersCarrigaloe, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4812435www.anglingcharters.ie email: [email protected] Boatyard LtdLower Aghada, Midleton, Co Cork 086 8358500www.theboatyard.ie email: [email protected] BoatyardCrosshaven Tel: 021 4832154Crosshaven BoatyardCrosshaven Tel: 021 4831161www.crosshavenboatyard.com email: [email protected] Chandlery22 Norwood Park, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4815783www.directchandlery.ie email: [email protected] Marine LtdGlounthaune, Co Cork 021 4353600www.boatsales.ie email: [email protected] YachtsCrosshaven Boatyard, Crosshaven. Tel: 021 4831352www.hmyachts.ie Munster MarineRosehill, Ballinacurra, Midleton. Tel: 021 4631711www.munstermarine.ie email: [email protected] Marine LtdAshgrove, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4813726www.safehavenmarine.com email: [email protected] & FISHINGAngling ChartersCarrigaloe, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4812435www.anglingcharters.ie email: [email protected] DivingGorteen, Dungarvan, Co Waterford 058 46577www.ardmorediving.com email: [email protected] Angling CentreChurch Road, Ballycotton, Co CorkBallycotton South Coast AnglingArdvilla, Ballycotton, Co Cork 021 4646002www.deepseaangling.com email: [email protected] Harbour BoatsGlenbrook, Passage West, Co Cork 021 4841348www.corkharbourboats.com email: [email protected] Cork Angling CentreLoughcarrig House, Ballinacurra, Midleton, East Cork 021 4631952www.loughcarrig.com email: [email protected] Angling ServicesSycamore House, Ballynoe, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4812167www.seafishing.irl.com email: [email protected]

SAILING, YACHT CLUBS & SAIL TRAINING CENTRESAquatrek Sailing & PowerboatingYoughal Tel: 024 90542www.aquatrek.ie email: [email protected] Marina11 Connolly St, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4812824www.cobhmarina.ie email: [email protected] Cork International Sailing Centre, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4811237www.sailcork.com email: [email protected] Bay Sailing ClubThe Club House, MonkstownWeb: www.mbsc.ie Royal Cork Yacht ClubCrosshaven Tel: 021 4831023www.royalcork.ie email: [email protected] BERTHING FACILITIES, MOORINGS & MARINASCobh Marina11 Connolly St, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4812824www.cobhmarina.ie email: [email protected] BoatyardCrosshaven Tel: 021 4831161www.crosshavenboatyard.com email: [email protected] Ferry MarinaMarlogue, East Ferry, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4811342Royal Cork Yacht Club MarinaCrosshaven Tel: 021 4831023www.royalcork.ie email: [email protected] Quay's Bar Pontoon,17 Westbourne Place, Cobh, Co Corkwww.thequays.ie email: [email protected] Dive ChartersSeafield, Youghal, Co Cork 024 92438 / 087 2112488www.youghaldivecharters.com email: [email protected] MarineCrosshaven Tel: 021 4831145www.sailingireland.com email: [email protected] MARITIME MUSEUMSCobh MuseumHigh Road, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4814240www.cobhmuseum.com email: [email protected], The Queenstown StoryCobh, Co Cork 021 4813591www.cobhheritage.com email: [email protected]

MARITIME NATURE RESERVESBallyvergan Nature Reserve & Bird HideBallyvergan, Youghal, Co Cork www.eastcorktourism.comCuskinny Nature ReserveCuskinny, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4815033

www.irishwildlife.net/Cuskinny

CANOEING & KAYAKINGAquatrek Sailing & PowerboatingYoughal Tel: 024 90542www.aquatrek.ie email: [email protected] AdventuresYoughal, Knockadoon Tel: 083 3743889Email: [email protected] Canoeing and RowingThe Point, Crosshaven Tel: 087 9435111Email: [email protected] Trabolgan Holiday CentreWhitegate, Midleton, Co Cork 021 4661551www.trabolgan.com email: [email protected] ATTRACTIONSFota House and Garden’sFota Island, Carrigtwohill Tel: 021 4815543www.fotahouse.com email: [email protected] Wildlife ParkCarrigtwohill Tel: 021 4812678www.fotawildlife.ie Titanic Trail Walking ToursTel: 021 4815211www.titanic-trail.com email: [email protected] Visitor Heritage CentreMarket Square, Youghal Tel: 024 21070Fox’s Lane Folk MuseumFox’s Lane, Youghal Tel: 024 91145Email: [email protected] Trabolgan Holiday Centre & Adventure SportsWhitegate Tel: 021 4661551www.trabolgan.com email: [email protected] Perks Family EntertainmentSeafield, Youghal Tel: 024 92438www.perksfunfair.com email: [email protected] Piper’s AmusementsPoint Road, Crosshaven Tel: 021 4831879For further information on where to visit, where to stay, where toeat and what to do as well as details on local festivals and eventsplease visit www.eastcorktourism.com

DIVING CENTRESArdmore DivingGorteen, Dungarvan, Co Waterford 058 46577www.ardmorediving.com email:[email protected] Dive ChartersSeafield, Youghal, Co Cork 024 92438 / 087 2112488www.youghaldivecharters.com email: [email protected]

COASTAL AND INLAND TRAILSFor more information on Activities, Family Fun, Heritage and EcoTrails please visit www.eastcorktourism.com (Maps and Trails)COASTAL AND INLAND MARKETSFor fresh local produce including fish stalls visit the manyFarmers Markets throughout the areaCrosshaven Farmers Market – every Saturday morningMidleton Farmers Market – every Saturday morningCobh Farmers Market – every Friday morningYoughal Farmers Market – every Friday morning (from June 2009)Ballincollig Farmers Market – every WednesdayTOURIST OFFICESCobh Tourist Office

Old Yacht Club, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4813301

www.cobhharbourchamber.ie email: [email protected]

East Cork Tourism Ltd

Midleton Community Enterprise Centre, Knockgriffin, Midleton, Co Cork

www.eastcorktourism.com email: [email protected]

Midleton Tourist Office

Distillery Road, Midleton, Co Cork 021 4613702

www.eastcorktourism.com email: [email protected]

Youghal Tourist Office & Heritage Centre

Market House, Market Square, Youghal, Co Cork 024 20170

www.youghal.ie email: [email protected]

BLUE FLAG BEACHESGarryvoe Strand, Garryvoe, Co Cork

GREEN COAST BEACHInch Beach

LIFE BOAT & RESCUE SERVICESCrosshaven RNLI

Crosshaven

Tel: 021 4831999

RNLI Ballycotton

Ballycotton, Co Cork

021 4646903

RNLI Youghal

The Mall, Youghal,

Co Cork

024 92229

Lough Aderra Midleton Tel: 021 4613605 Permit and boats availableMichael Griffin‘Seascapes’, Cobh, Co Cork Tel: 086 3639082Seahunter Charter BoatYoughal Tel: 024 90437 www.seahunter.ie email [email protected] Coast Charter AnglingYoughal, Co Cork 087 2657177Youghal Deepsea AnglingGorteen, Dungarvan, Co Waterford 058 46577www.youghaldeepseaangling.com email: [email protected] & DOLPHIN WATCHINGWhale of a TimeBallydavid, Cloyne, Co Cork 086 1203463www.whaleofatime.ie email: [email protected] BIRD WATCHINGCuskinny Nature ReserveCuskinny, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4815033www.irishwildlife.net/CuskinnySouth Coast Charter AnglingYoughal, Co Cork 087 2657177PLEASURE CRUISES, BOAT HIRE & YACHT CHARTERAngling ChartersCarrigaloe, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4812435www.anglingcharters.ie email: [email protected] Vista Angling ServicesSpy Hill, Cobhwww.fishinginireland.ie email: [email protected] CruisesArdo, Ardmore, Co Waterford 087 9889076The Big Canoes10 South Main St, Youghal, Co Cork 086 3800045Cork Harbour BoatsGlenbrook, Passage West, Co Cork 021 4841348www.corkharbourboats.com email: [email protected] Angling ServicesSycamore House, Ballynoe, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4812167www.seafishing.irl.com email: [email protected] Yacht Management Ltd2 Harbour Hill, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4813911www.sailcorkharbour.com email: [email protected] Airboat RidesGreencloyne, Youghal, Co Cork 024 92443 / 087 0506649www.airboatsireland.com email: [email protected] Griffin‘Seascapes’, Cobh, Co Cork Tel: 086 3639082South Coast Charter AnglingYoughal, Co Cork 087 2657177

South Coast ToursCrosshaven Tel: 086 2597855 and 087 2597855www.southcoastmarine.ie email: [email protected] Whale of a TimeBallydavid, Cloyne, Co Cork 086 1203463www.whaleofatime.ie email: [email protected] Dive ChartersSeafield, Youghal, Co Cork 024 92438 / 087 2112488www.youghaldivecharters.com email: [email protected] TACKLE RETAILERS, ROD HIRE & BAITAngling ChartersCarrigaloe, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4812435www.anglingcharters.ie email: [email protected] Fishing Tackle ShopSycamore House, Ballynoe, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4812167www.seafishing.irl.com email: [email protected] Harbour BoatsGlenbrook, Passage West, Co Cork 021 4841348www.corkharbourboats.com email: [email protected] Chandlery22 Norwood Park, Cobh, Co Cork 021 4815783www.directchandlery.ie email: [email protected] Coast Charter AnglingYoughal, Co Cork 087 2657177T.H. Sports Connolly Street, Midleton. Tel: 021 4631800Web: www.midletoncrystal.com MARINE PACKAGED HOLIDAYS WITH ACCOMMODATIONBella Vista Hotel and Self CateringBishops Road, Cobh. Tel: 021-4812450www.bellavistahotel.ie email: [email protected] Cork Angling CentreLoughcarrig House, Ballinacurra, Midleton, East Cork 021 4631952www.loughcarrig.com email: [email protected] SALESBallycotton Seafood Ltd46 Main St., Midleton, Co Cork 021 4613122www.ballycottonseafood.com email: [email protected] Fish ProcessingCrosshaven Road, Carrigaline. Tel: 021 4373917www.goodfish.ie email: [email protected] Smoked FishBelvelly, Cobh. Tel: 021 4811089www.frankhederman.com Peter KidneyQuay Side, Cobh, Co CorkYawl Bay SeafoodUnit 2, Foxhold Ind Est, Youghal, Co Cork 024 92290email: [email protected]

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