Month: July 2021

The thriving town of Skibbereen is the capital of West Cork, centre for all the agricultural, industrial and tourist activities of a wide region. Skibbereen located on the bank of the River Ilen is the ‘hub’ of West Cork, it is the ideal base from which to discover the choice of beautiful fishing villages –… Continue reading Skibbereen

Nearly hidden in its own harbour, this small port of Union Hall has always had a strong seafaring tradition and now provides a safe shelter for its own active fishing fleet as well as anchorage to pleasure boats, and calm water for skiing, diving and canoeing. The new causeway leading into the village creates a… Continue reading Union Hall

The purpose of the St. Barrahane’s Church Music Festival is:• promoting high quality classical music, old and new• giving enjoyment to locals and tourist• providing a stage for artists, established as well as aspiring ones, especially from the Cork School of Music. Our summer Festival comprises five to six concerts during July and August at… Continue reading Sponsors and Friends

Castletownshend village sits on the north side of Castlehaven Harbour in the parish of Castlehaven, which owes its name to the castle that protects the haven. Anciently it was called Glanbarrahane, named from a deep rocky glen dedicated to St. Barrahane, a local 5th century hermit saint. The attractive village of Castletownshend is situated on… Continue reading Castletownshend

Glandore or the Irish version, Cuan Dor – Harbour of the Oaks. Due to its location, Glandore was one of the earlier settlements in West Cork. The Norman’s built two castles there in 1215. They were later taken over by the O’Donovan Clan and have been inhabited continuously up to the present day.  Glandore Harbour… Continue reading Glandore