Ireland, land of the welcomes, invites you to County Cork


1.Beaches	Go to ALL Beaches in Cork
Swimming at Poulgorm Point Snave Strand, Co. Cork Please quote reference number 15438 when making a Reservation.
Description There is a good shingle beach at Snave Strand about 6 miles, on the Bantry Road. Seal Harbour 4-1/2 miles west of the village, and Zetland Pier and Strand 6 miles both off the Castletownbere Road.
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2.Bird Watching	Go to ALL Bird Watching in Cork
Cape Clear Island Co. Cork Please quote reference number 12570 when making a Reservation.
Description Cape Clear, Ireland's southernmost inhabited island, 3 miles long by 1 mile wide, lies 8 miles off the coast of West Cork. 3 miles west of the island stands the solitary Fastnet Rock. To the northwest stretches the Mizen Head, the mainland's southerly point. Cape's wild romantic scenery, its sparkling harbours, its cliffs and bogs and lake, all contribute to the island's unspoilt charm. Heather, gorse and wild flowers cover the rugged hills. Myriad stone walls have a patchwork effect on the varied landscape, Megalithic standing stones and a 5000 year-old passage grave, a 12th century church ruin, a 14th century O'Driscoll castle, cannonaded in the early 1600's, suggest times past. Saint Ciaran, the island's patron saint, is allegedly the earliest of Ireland's four pre-Patrician saints. Cape's remote island location, coupled with its proximity to the continental shelf, makes it the foremost centre for birdwatching in Ireland. Whale, leatherback turtle, sun fish and shark are spotted every year, dolphins regularly. Most of the 150 inhabitants speak Irish and English. Removed from the hustle and bustle of mainland life, Cape offers relaxation, nature, peace.
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3.Bogs	Go to ALL Bogs in Cork
Bog Garden Co. Cork Please quote reference number 15440 when making a Reservation.
Description A Garden Party without Fuss and Fertilisers. In Ireland, shadows are not created by concrete and steel. Light breaks through cloud, splits the crowns of trees, dodges twigs, and reflecting on the lake, is mirrored in the eyes of its spectator. Your eyes must become accustomed to this at first, but eyes must become accustomed to this at first, but soon new insights are followed by fundamental perceptions. Liss Ard's 50 acres open the way for a unique experience in nature. Carefully laid pathways guide you subtly through this contemporary landscaped garden with its 10 rooms. Each room enhances a visitor's personal perception of light and nature. A feast for the senses, eyes wander over the hill and dale - a sea of colours. It is here when the sound of nature takes you. Blooming perfumes and secret waters invite you to stay. Amidst the fascinating flora and fauna, sensitively built architectures create incomparable magical moments. The bordering lake is destination of the many brooks and rivers flowing through the gardens. Could it be your destination after a wonderful expedition?
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4.Cliffs	Go to ALL Cliffs in Cork
Beara Peninsula Co. Cork Please quote reference number 12578 when making a Reservation.
Description It has been described as the wildest most romantic peninsula in the south west of Ireland. There are spectacular breathtaking views of Bantry and Kenmare Bay. You will find golden beaches and rugged cliffs and also moors with rare flora and birds. It offers visitors tranquillity and solitude.
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5.Gardens	Go to ALL Gardens in Cork
Timoleague Castle Gardens Timoleague, Co. Cork Please quote reference number 12583 when making a Reservation.
Description This charming informal garden on the banks of the Argideen river has been created by five generations of the Travers family. The 121 ha estate was originally purchased with the village of Timoleague by Colonel Robert E. Travers in 1818 and he began laying out the grounds around the later Georgian house he built there. Each generation of the Travers family has added to the gardens over the intervening 160 years. The gardens are a tribute to their plantsmanship and palm trees and other frost tender plants flourish among species from all over the world. The ruins of a 13th century tower built by the Barrymores stands in the grounds. The 7th Viscount Barrymore sold the lands together with much of his vast Irish estate in the early 19th century. The Georgian house was burnt during the 'Troubles' and replaced by a new stone building.
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6.Harbours	Go to ALL Harbours in Cork
Castlepark Marina Centre Castlepark, Kinsale, Co. Cork
Description Kinsale is a town that is steeped in history and one of the prettiest harbours in Europe. It is renowned for the number of variety of its restaurants and pubs.
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7.Islands	Go to ALL Islands in Cork
Sherkin Island Co. Cork Please quote reference number 12572 when making a Reservation.
Description This island lies a mile off Baltimore, on the edge of Roaringwater Bay. It is the location of the Marine Station open to the public. There is also a ruined 15th century castle here and a Franciscan Abbey. Sherkin also possesses beaches, cliffs and bays.
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8.Lakes	Go to ALL Lakes in Cork
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9.Memorial Parks	Go to ALL Memorial Parks in Cork
Bishop Lucey Park Co. Cork Please quote reference number 12463 when making a Reservation.
Description This picturesque park was opened in 1985 as part of the city's 800th birthday celebrations. It is named after Bishop Lucey, a much loved Bishop of Cork. The entrance archway dates from 1850 and was reconstructed from the Cork Cornmarket. The park includes a beautiful sculptured fountain of eight bronze swans representing the 800 years of the city as a chartered Norman town and remains of the early city walls can clearly be seen.
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10.Mountains	Go to ALL Mountains in Cork
Ballyhoura Mountain Park Co. Cork Please quote reference number 15355 when making a Reservation.
Description This is a natural park of woodland, rugged mountain, grouse moor and peat bog, which covers an area of approx. 10,000 hectares. With its abundance of beautiful trees and plants, it is an ideal venue for nature trails and birdwatching. Thanks to its marked walking routes, visitors can fully enjoy its peace and beauty at leisure, or at a more lively pace along the fitness and orienteering trails, if preferred.
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11.National Parks	Go to ALL National Parks in Cork
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12.Open Farms	Go to ALL Open Farms in Cork
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13.Parks	Go to ALL Parks in Cork
Fota Arboretum Co. Cork Please quote reference number 12588 when making a Reservation.
Description Fota Arboretum is one of the finest in Ireland. It contains shrubs and trees not only from this climate but also the subtropical regions of the world including Japan, and Australia, The Himalayas and North America. It is within walking distance of the house and the wildlife park. Nearby is the fifteenth century Belvelley Castle.
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14.Rivers	Go to ALL Rivers in Cork
River Lee Gougane Barra, Co. Cork Please quote reference number 12966 when making a Reservation.
Description Carving a course through farm- and woodland to Cork city the River lee begins its journey in the lake of the enchanting Gougane Barra Park. The shores of the lake are linked by a causeway to Holy Island where St Finbarr, the patron saint of Cork, founded a monastery. The Feast of St Finbarr, on 25 September, signals celebrations that climax in a pilgrimage to the island on the following Sunday. The Lee flows through several Irish -speaking market towns, and villages. Some, such as Ballingeary, with its fine lake-side views, have good angling. The town is also noted for its Irish language college. Further east, near the town of Inchigeela , stand the ruins of Carrignacurra Castle. Further downstream lies the Gearagh, and alluvial stretch of marsh and woods which has been designated a wildlife sanctuary. The river then passes through the Sullane valley, home of the thriving market town of Macroom. The hulk of a medieval castle, with its restored entrance lies just off the main square. In 1654, Cromwell granted the castle to Sir William Penn. His son, who was to found the American state of Pennsylvania, also lived there for a time. Between Macroom and Cork, the Lee Valley passes through a hydroelectric power-scheme surrounded by artificial lakes, water meadows and wooded banks. Just outside Cork, on the south bank of the river is Ballincollig, home to the fascinating royal Gunpowder Mills museum.
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15.Scenic Drives	Go to ALL Scenic Drives in Cork
South West Tour Co. Cork Please quote reference number 10532 when making a Reservation.
Description The Suggested starting point is Cork-a charming city on the River Lee, excellent for shopping and offering first class pubs and restauants with entertainment for every member of the family. Blarney Castle, with its famous Stone of Eloquence is a ten minute drive away. Visit there to kiss the stone before continuing to the old world town of Kinsale. Drive on to Timoleague where you'll see the remains of the once largest friary in Ireland, then Clonakilty, Rosscarbery, Glandore, Union Hall and Skibbereen. Continue this exceptionally beautiful drive through Ballydehob, Schull, Toomore, Durrus and Bantry into Glengarriff, visiting the Forest Park and Garinish Island, with its ormate gardens. Afterwards take the 'Tunnel Road' to Kenmare or head west over the Healy Pass. Some of the finest sea and mountain scenery in Ireland can be enjoyed on the next stage of the tour, around the'Ring of Kerry'-through Sneem, Castlecove. Derrynane, Waterville, Cahirciveen, Glenbeigh and Killorglin into Killarney. There are some lovely quiet beaches in this region-for example Rossbeigh near Glenbeigh. Spend the nignt in Killarney. A further day in Killarney would provide the opportunity to visit Muckross House and Gardens, part of one of Ireland's national parks. Day 2 Killarney-Cork 322km From Killarney drive direct to Tralee or alternatively explore the Dingle Peninsula, the heart of the 'Ryans Daughter' country. Places along the route are: Inch, Annascaul, Dingle, Ventry, Slea Head, Dunquin, Ballyferriter, Murreagh. Return to Dingle and on through Stradbally and Camp to Tralee, an unforgettable drive of breathtaking beauty. Follow the coast from Tralee to Ardfert, Ballyheigue, Causeway, Ballyduff, Lisselton, Cross Roads, Ballylongford, and Tarbert where a car ferry operates to Killimer, County Clare. Drive through Foynes along the Shannon Estuary via Askeaton to Limerick-an old and historic city, not farm from Bunratty Castle, with its medieval style banquets. Having spent some time looking around Limerick head back to Cork through Tipperary and Cashel, visiting the magnificent ruins of the Rock of Cashel-including a cathedral, castle, chapel and round tower. Enjoy the mountain views on the way to historic Cahir town and into Cork by Clogheen, Lismore and Fermoy, providing a splendid trip through the Knockmealdown Mountains.
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16.Tourist Attractions	Go to ALL Tourist Attractions in Cork
Dunworely Co. Cork Please quote reference number 12586 when making a Reservation.
Description Dunworely has two beautiful safe sandy beaches and a view overlooking Clonakilty Bay. Nearby are Coolum Cliffs and Gullone Lake. Coolum Cliffs are the highest cliffs on the south coast of Cork. At Gullone Lake, swans are reared and this is only a small part of the bird life present in this area.
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17.Visitors Centre	Go to ALL Visitors Centre's in Cork
Mizen Vision (The Mizen Head Signal Station Visitor Centre, Co. Cork Please quote reference number 15507 when making a Reservation.
Description Mizen Head Signal Fog Station is open to the public for the first time since it was completed in 1910. The Mizen Vision Centre in the Keepers' House and the Engine Room, the famous Suspension Bridge, the 99 Steps and Views up the South and West Coasts combined with the exhilaration and excitement of the wild Atlantic waves and ancient tortured rocks guartantee a unique and authentic experience. In any weather the Magic of the Mizen is spell binding.
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18.Walks	Go to ALL Walks in Cork
The Sheep's Head Way Co. Cork Please quote reference number 27637 when making a Reservation.
Description The Sheep's Head Way encompasses the Sheep's Head peninsula and the greater Bantry area in West Cork. Starting in the Square, Bantry, it goes out west on the northern (Bantry Bay) side of the peninsula, all the way to Sheep's Head, and then back east to Bantry on the southern side (Dunmanus Bay) of the peninsula via Kilcrohane, Ahakista and Durrus. During most of the Sheep's Head Way the walker will have spectacular views of Bantry and Dunmanus Bays; sometimes both at the same time. There are many historical/archaelogical monuments encountered along the way, and in keeping with the special beauty of the peninsula only stone and oak way-markers have been used. Route Details: Bantry, Glenlough, Kilcrohane, Ahakista, Durrus. Total Distance: 88km/55 miles. Longest Stage: Finn MacCool's Seat to Turning Table, Tooreen, Kilcrohane - 16km/10 miles. Highest Point: Gouladoo - 328m/1111ft.
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19.Water Falls	Go to ALL Water Falls in Cork
Adrigole Co. Cork Please quote reference number 15514 when making a Reservation.
Description Adrigole is the gateway to the Ring of Beara. The highest waterfall in Ireland is located on this side of Hungry Hill. The Healy Pass road is a scenic mountain route linking both sides of the peninsula.
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20.Wildlife Parks	Go to ALL Wildlife Parks in Cork
Fota Wildlife Park Co. Cork Please quote reference number 15613 when making a Reservation.
Description TAKE A BREATH OF FRESH AIR - when you arrive at Fota you step into 70 acres of open countryside, which you share with 70 species of wildlife from all five continents.
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21.Woods and Forests	Go to ALL Woods and Forests in Cork
Glenabo Woods Co. Cork Please quote reference number 12550 when making a Reservation.
Description This is a nice tranquil walk along the bank of the stream that feeds the River Blackwater.
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22.Zoos	Go to ALL Zoos in Cork
Fota Wildlife Park Co. Cork Please quote reference number 15613 when making a Reservation.
Description TAKE A BREATH OF FRESH AIR - when you arrive at Fota you step into 70 acres of open countryside, which you share with 70 species of wildlife from all five continents.
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