West Cork Islands
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An art exhibition exploring the spirituality of nature in the poetry of the American poet, Mary Oliver (1935-2019) opens in the Sherkin Island Community Hall on Sherkin Island, West Cork at 2pm on Thursday 27th August until 2nd September. The Heavenly (In)Visibles is part of Patsy Atkinson’s MA by Research at MTU Crawford College of Art and Design. …
Throughout Heritage Week 2026, explore the built and natural heritage, as well as the culture, of the West Cork Islands through the generations. National Heritage Week, an initiative by the Heritage Council, celebrates every aspect of Ireland’s past from its military history to its everyday traditions. The West Cork islands have a unique heritage of …
In reecent weeks many artefacts from Cape Clear’s past have been brought back to life after being carefully handled, cleaned and preserved for display. It was a pleasure to watch Sven Havermann of Letterfrack Conservancy at work, using his crafstmanship to restore items to their former glory. The restorer’s hands brought hidden features to light. …
Summer on the Islands Festival 2026! Embrace West Cork’s unique island life at the Summer on the Islands Festival 2026. Spend the summer making lasting memories as you visit eight West Cork islands, meet seven island communities, and immerse yourself in the experience of the Wild Atlantic Way. The Summer on the Islands Festival is …
Theatre returns to the West Cork islands this summer with the West Cork Fit-Up Theatre Festival bringing drama offshore! The Fit-Up Theatre festival brings the best of modern theatre to small venues on the islands, and the performances throughout July and August are always enjoyed by islanders and visitors alike. The festival gives local audiences …
Lonehort Battery, which was operational during World War One, is the largest of seven gun batteries built on Bere Island by the British Admiralty. The Admiralty wanted to protect its fleet when it lay at anchor in Berehaven harbour. It is estimated that, when the British fleet dropped anchor in the harbour, the local population …
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