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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
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
Email: [email protected]
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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County CorkM A R I T I M E T O U R I S M G U I D E
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
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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:
Kinsailing
Kinsale, Co. Cork 087 9044409
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
email: [email protected]
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
email: [email protected]
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
email: [email protected]
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
email: [email protected]
Kinsale Harbour Tours
Upper Lispatrick, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4778946
www.kinsaleharbourcruises.com
Shearwater Cruises
Seaview Farm, Kilbrittan, Cork 023 8849610
email: [email protected]
West Cork Coastal Cruises
Baltimore, Co. Cork 028 39153 & 087 2680760
www.westcorkcoastalcrusies.com
email: [email protected]
West Cork Marine Tours
Union Hall, Co. Cork 028 36832 & 086 3273226
www.whales-dolphins-ireland.com
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]
West Cork Marine Tours
Union Hall, Co. Cork 028 36832 and 086 3273226
www.whales-dolphins-ireland.com
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
www.aquaventures.ie email: [email protected]
Baltimore Yacht Charters
Baltimore, Co. Cork 028 20160
www.baltimoreyachtcharters.com
email: [email protected]
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]
West Cork Sailing & Powerboating Centre
The Boat House, Adrigole, Beara, Co. Cork 027 60132
www.westcorksailing.com email: [email protected]
LOCAL ON SHORE ATTRACTIONS & HOTELS Actons Hotel
Pier Road, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4779900
www.actonshotelkinsale.com
email: [email protected]
Blue Haven Hotel
Pearse Street, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4772209
www.bluehavenkinsale.com
email: [email protected]
Carlton Hotel Kinsale & Spa
Rathmore Road, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4706000
www.carltonkinsalehotel.com
email: [email protected]
Casey's of Baltimore Hotel
Baltimore, West Cork, Co. Cork 028 20197
www.caseysofbaltimore.com
email: [email protected]
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
email: [email protected]
Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa
Clonakilty, Co. Cork 023 8833143
www.inchydoneyisland.com
email: [email protected]
Quality Hotel & Leisure Centre
Clogheen, Clonakilty, Co. Cork 023 8836400
www.qualityhotelclon.com
email: [email protected]
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]
West Cork Sailing & Powerboating Centre
The Boat House, Adrigole, Beara, Co. Cork 027 60132
www.westcorksailing.com email: [email protected]
DIVING CENTRES Aquaventures Dive Centre
The Stone House, Lifeboat Road, Baltimore, Co. Cork 028 20511
www.aquaventures.ie email: [email protected]
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
Clonakilty, Co. Cork 023 8833143
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
email: [email protected]
Charlesfort
Summer Cove, Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4772263
www.heritageireland.ie
Desmond Castle
Cork Street, Kinsale, Co. Cork Tel; 021 4774855
email: [email protected]
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)
Email: [email protected]
www.glandoreyc.com
Kinsale Yacht Club
Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4773433
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
email: [email protected]
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
email: [email protected]
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
email: [email protected]
10 Island Ferry Tour
Baltimore, West Cork 028 20218/ 087 2447828
www.sherkinferry.com
email: [email protected]
WHALE & DOLPHIN WATCHINGCape Clear Hostel
The Old Coastguard Station, South Island, Cape Clear Island,
Co. Cork Tel; 028 41968
www.capeclearhostel.com
email: [email protected]
Marine Museum
Cape Clear Island Museum & Archive
Cape Clear Island, Co. Cork. 028 39119 & 021 4274110
West Cork Costal Cruises
Cape Clear Island, Co. Cork 028 39153/39172 & 087 2680760
www.westcorkcoastalcruises.com
email: [email protected]
MARINE NATURE RESERVESherkin Island Nature Reserve
Sherkin Island, Co. Cork
MARINE PACKAGED HOLIDAYS WITH ACCOMMODATIONCape Clear Hostel
The Old Coastguard Station, South Island, Cape Clear Island,
Co. Cork Tel; 028 41968
www.capeclearhostel.com
email: [email protected]
Ard na Gaoithe
The Glen, Cape Clear, Co. Cork 028 39160
email: [email protected]
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
email: [email protected]
West Cork Costal Cruises
Cape Clear Island, Co. Cork. 028 39153/39172 & 087 2680760
www.westcorkcoastalcruises.com
email: [email protected]
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, Co. Cork 028 39119
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
email: [email protected]
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
Kinsale, Co. Cork 021 4772162
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)
Cape Clear, Co. Cork Tel; 028 39153/ 087 2680760
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
ROD HIRE & BAIT, CANOEING & KAYAKINGCape Clear Hostel
The Old Coastguard Station, South Island, Cape Clear Island,
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
email: [email protected]
COASTAL BIRD WATCHINGCape Clear Hostel
The Old Coastguard Station, South Island, Cape Clear Island,
Co. Cork Tel; 028 41968
www.capeclearhostel.com email: [email protected]
Cape Clear Bird Observatory
Cape Clear Island, Co. Cork 028 39181
Cape Clear Ferry
Cape Clear, Co. Cork Tel; 028 39153/ 087 2824008
www.capeclearferry.com Email; [email protected]
West Cork Costal Cruises
Cape Clear Island, Co. Cork 028 39153/39172 & 087 2680760
www.westcorkcoastalcruises.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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