No matter what you require we guarantee that we have a venue that will meet your requirements. Some people like the comfort of knowing that they are in the comfort of a 5 star hotel where every amenity is at their finger tips. However if you are looking for an alternative venue, we can also oblige. Hold your corporate event […]
The festival in 2014 was hugely successful and following that the excitement for the festival in September 2015 is exploding. Idea’s are flowing to the event is expected to be bigger and even better than the previous year. On Friday the 18th of September Culture-junkies can look forward to incredible art, exhibitions, drama and music when this year’s culture night […]
We all know of the land of milk and honey that is generally associated with stories from the bible. Little do people know that while Moses was a great leader and preacher, he was terrible at directions and mistakenly confused Israel with Ireland! That said many poets and storytellers have also described Ireland as a land overflowing with agricultural riches […]
Castletownroche is located in a picturesque area, north-east of Killavullen, beside the Awbeg river which is a tributary of the River Blackwater. Edmund Spenser the English poet wrote of the Awbeg River in ‘The Faerie Queen’ calling it the ‘Mulla’. The first historical record about Castletownroche is from the late 13th century when the Anglo-Norman family of Roache established a […]
Tramway House, Douglas East, Douglas Directions Award winning Thai restaurant, noted for its warm atmosphere and authentic thai cuisine. We have an extensive wine list and imported Thai beer to complement any occasion. The restaurant is fully air-conditioned with convenient parking. Takeaway also available. Location: Tramway House, Douglas Village, Cork. Tel: 021 436 9900 www.nakonthai.com
1-2 Douglas East Directions An environmentally friendly restaurant in the heart of Douglas in Cork’s suburbs (Approx 3 miles from city centre). Choose from an eclectic menu of Italian, Moroccan, Indian, Chinese, Mediterranean and Thai food and a selection of 80 wines from 20 countries. All complimented by Gourmet coffees ground from freshly roasted coffee beans. Steaming cappuccinos made to order on our traditional Italian […]
Glounthaune, Cork Directions The Rising Tide Brasserie nestles in the secluded village of Glounthaune, beside the tidal estuary of the River Lee, just 10 minutes east of Cork City on the old Cork/Waterford Road. Allow yourself to enjoy a drink or something to eat and listen to the water as it gently breaks against the quay wall. Try capturing a […]
Visit the Castles, Caves, Abbeys & Parks of North Cork & Tipperary – Cork, Glanworth, Mitchelstown, Cahir, Cashel, Holy Cross, Tipperary Town, Glen of Aherlow, Cahir, Cork. Drive Highlights Medieval Village – Glanworth Mitchelstown Caves Cahir Castle Swiss Cottage – Cahir Rock of Cashel Holy Cross Abbey Glen of Aherlow Cork – Glanworth Leaving Cork, you will initially head east […]
Waterford Mountain Drive. – Dungarvan, Kilmeaden, Waterford City, Lemybrien, Clonmel, Cappoquin, Lismore, Cork Drive Highlights King Johns Castle – Dungarvan. Waterford & Suir Valley Railway – Kilmeaden. Waterford Glass Show Rooms, Reginalds Tower – Waterford City. Mahon Falls – Lemybrien The Commeragh Mountains. Lismore Castle Waterford – Dungarvan – Kilmeaden – Waterford City Head east from Cork on the N8 […]
Castles, trains, crystal, Vikings. West Waterford & the historic Copper Coast (Coastal Route) – Cork, Dungarvan, Kilmeaden, Waterford City, Tramore, Copper Coast (Fenor, Annestown, Boatstrand, Bunmahon, Strabally), Ardmore, Cork. Drive Highlights King Johns Castle – Dungarvan. Waterford & Suir Valley Railway – Kilmeaden. Waterford Glass Show Rooms, Reginalds Tower – Waterford City. Tramore Strand. Copper Coast {Bog of Fenor, stunning scenery, […]
Discover more of Southern Ireland by visiting the famous sites in our neighbouring counties. Cork is bordered by the counties of Waterford to the East (home of Waterford Crystal), Kerry to the West – where you can drive the famous ‘Ring of Kerry’, Limerick in the North west is well worth a visit and uncovering the beauties of Tipperary to the […]
When is the best time to visit? Cork generally has a mild climate year round so it is possible to take a break here year round. From Easter through to September the weather is obviously better but also the city and county vibrate to the sound of music and festivals. The Winter months are definitely quieter but Cork city continues to […]
The very attractive town of Kinsale is just 29km directly south of Cork City on the R.600 route. Kinsale has many popular attractions which include heritage, gourmet restaurants, sailing, deep sea angling and golf. Kinsale has been designated an Irish Heritage Town. Even the casual visitor to Kinsale will be captivated by its beautiful setting, with the long waterfront, narrow […]
East of Carrigaline lies Crosshaven where the Owenboy River enters Cork Harbour. This sheltered fishing port is also one of the major international sailing centres in Ireland. Here you will find the headquarters of the Royal Cork Yacht Club with the charter of the oldest Yacht Club in the world. It was founded in 1720. Cork Week is an international […]
A glance at a map will explain the name of the delightful little village on the “crook” of Cork’s most south-westerly peninsula, near the long golden beaches of Barleycove. In fact the tiny hamlet of Crookhaven lies about as far down in south-west Cork as you can go without falling into the sea. It’s the very epitome of a sleepy […]
Castlemartyr is a thriving village in Co. Cork, Ireland, located 25 minutes east of Cork city, 10 miles west of Youghal and four miles from the coast with a local population of about 500 people. It is a charming estate village established in the 17th century by Sir Richard Boyle, the “Great” Earl of Cork. Castlemartyr is also a historical […]
Ballyvourney and Ballymakeera villages share a beautiful scenic setting among forest and mountain landscapes. Between the two villages is a little bridge leading to the popular and well known holy well and burial mound of St. Gobnait, whose feast day is celebrated on the 11th of February. Ballymakeera and Ballyvourney are both Irish speaking areas with students coming here during […]
Ballydehob is a charming and brightly colourful village, situated on a pleasant hillside on the South West Coast of Ireland. It lies about 20 miles east of Mizen Head, Europe’s most westerly point. A graceful 12 arch bridge crosses the estuary at Ballydehob. Originally this bridge carried the West Cork railway. This bridge is now disused, but provides panoramic views […]
You’ll be spoilt for choice shopping at Waterford Crystal. Here you will find the world’s largest display of Waterford Crystal as well as giftware, craft and jewellery collections. The retail store includes world famous names such as John Rocha at Waterford, Jasper Conran at Waterford, Stuart Crystal, Marquis by Waterford and Wedgwood and more. Visit www.waterfordvisitorcentre.com for more information. We […]
Very close to the regional Museum is St Multose Church. St Multose founded a monastery here in the 6th century AD and this church is named for him. Built in 1190 (the oldest building in Kinsale)but with substantial alterations over the years, this remains an interesting example of Norman architecture and has remained in continuous use to the present day. Some […]
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