Let’s face it, there’s always something happening in Cork. The thing is that it’s always something new. That’s the difference between Cork and other Irish cities. We’re a creative bunch and we like to show it. So while the venue may have the same name, it’s never the same night twice. I might be biased but I think we […]
Cork Airport Cork Airport is the primary gateway to Ireland’s south coast region. Though it is the home airport of the largest county and the second largest city in The Republic of Ireland, it also acts as a very important access route to the famous Lakes of Killarney in County Kerry, Waterford Crystal in Waterford City and the world famous […]
Combining more than 50 years experience in collecting, booking, reserving, finding, serving, minding, caring, fixing and generally making things happen correctly for customers, we know how to get things done. There are many different aspects to the Corporate Market each with its own specific nuances and needs, but one thing that can never be compromised is attention to detail. Whether […]
Situated in the southwest region of Ireland, on the borders of counties Tipperary, Limerick and Cork, Ballyhoura Country is an area of undulating green pastures, woodlands, hills and mountains. The ancient and unspoilt landscape, an abundance of significant heritage sites, thrilling outdoor activities and friendly people make it the perfect place to discover rural Ireland. In Ballyhoura you can discover […]
4 South Main Street, Cork City Directions Positive eating + Positive living. Wagamama is a new westernised style Japanese noodle bar, modelled on the ramen shops popular in Japan for over 200 years. Wagamama offer substantial portions of freshly made nutritious noodle and rice dishes of the very best quality. They also provides an extensive choice of healthy meat, seafood and vegetarian pan asian dishes. Main courses, side […]
Ballymaloe Grainstore is a concert hall, conference centre, exhibition hall, theatre, art gallery and ballroom. Since the 17th Century Grainstore was converted into a stylish, multipurpose venue, Ballymaloe House is able to offer 400 square metres of event space and can accommodate up to 300 people for any sort of function, making it the ideal venue for all corporate group […]
Fota’s arboretum and gardens located next to Fota Wildlife Park are what they are today thanks to the Smith-Barry family who recognised the significance of Fota’s sheltered location and warm soil – “Fota” is derived from the Irish “Fód te” meaning warm soil – perfect for the growing and cultivation of rare trees and exotic plants. While Fota House was […]
Garinish Island is a horticulturalists haven; Officially known as Ilnacullen, the island is one of the most spectacular gardens in Ireland. Protected from the harsh climate and warmed by the Gulf Stream, a world of discovery awaits visitors. Located in the sheltered harbour of Glengarriff in Bantry Bay and only a short drive from Bantry Town , in Southwest Ireland, Garinish is […]
The Blackwater Valley Cycle Route is a most interesting route that starts in the historic heritage town of Youghal, County Cork and ends in Killarney, County Kerry. You can of course join the route anywhere. The route first runs northwest towards Fermoy and the Blackwater and then generally west towards Killarney. The route is divided into four sections and the […]
The Wild Atlantic Way is one of the world’s most dramatic coastal landscapes. This absorbing route, the longest coastal route in the world, runs for 2500 kilometres along Ireland’s west coast. County Cork provides the most southerly point of the route, as well as a number of impressive highlights. Surely the most stunning area of all is the unparalleled Old […]
Wildlife & Parks of North Cork – Cork, Macroom, Millstreet, Kanturk, Liscarroll, Doneraile, Cork. Drive Highlights Macroom Castle Bealick Mills Heritage Site Millstreet Park Kanturk Castle Liscarroll Castle Liscarroll Donkey Sanctuary Doneraile Court Wildlife Park Cork – Macroom – Millstreet Head west of Cork city on the N22 for Killarney. You will pass directly through the middle of Macroom and […]
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 […]
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, […]
Ring of Kerry Drive – Cork, Killarney, Killorglin, Glenbeigh, Cahirsiveen, Waterville, Caherdaniel, Sneem, Kenmare, Cork Drive Highlights Stunning Beaches – Glenbeigh Valencia Island – Most westerly point in Europe. Skellig Michael – World Heritage Site Pretty Villages & Towns. Derrynane House & National Park – Home of Daniel O Connell one of our greatest statesmen. Staigue Fort – 2000 year […]
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 […]
The Treaty City Tour – Cork, Croom, Limerick, Foynes, Adare, Cork. Drive Highlights Croom Mills Waterwheel & Heritage Centre. King Johns Castle, Limerick City. Thomond Park Museum for Rugby fans. Hunt Museum, Limerick. Flying Boat Museum, Foynes. The heritage village that is Adare. Cork – Croom Drive north west of the city following the Mallow/Limerick Road (N20). You will pass […]
Skibbereen is the capital of the Carberies. The town developed on the banks of the River Ilen just where the river turns to flow in a westerly direction towards the sea. There are many bars & restaurants with the regular beat of Irish music to be heard in the evenings. This town suffered very badly during the period of the […]
Mitchelstown is a vibrant town at the foot of the Galtee Mountains and because of its location, is the perfect spot for visitors if they wish to travel in the south of Ireland. Mitchelstown, and the villages and townlands that make up its hinterland, is an area of great beauty, agricultural richness, culture and heritage. It is located in the […]
There are few villages in Ireland that pack such a wealth of history in to such a small area. A rough translation from its old Irish name (Gleann Iubhair) means the glen of the yew trees. Its offers a microcosm of Ireland’s history with ancient prehistoric sites, medieval buildings, old mills combined with some modern state of the art stores. […]
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 […]
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