West Cork Islands
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Garinish Island is an island garden of rare beauty nestled in Glengarriff Harbour on Bantry Bay! Garinish Island or Ilnacullin, as it is also known, is 15 hectares in size, and it has become renowned among horticulturists and lovers of trees and shrubs all around the world. The remarkable gardens on Garinish Island owe their …
This year we are delighted to be hosting live, in-person events again for Heritage Week 2022 on the West Cork islands. 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 island living …
A Taste of West Cork Food Festival is coming to the islands this September to give visitors a real flavour of West Cork island life West Cork’s inhabited islands have some great flavours to offer as well as amazing stories to tell, so sign up for events throughout the award-winning foodie festival which runs from …
Bere Island Heritage Bus Tours give you a fantastic opportunity to learn about the fascinating history of this storied island in Bantry Bay Bere island lies at the entrance to the magnificent Bantry Bay and guards the deep water harbour of Berehaven. Due to its strategic location, Bere Island has played an important role in …
Heritage Week 2016 is a fantastic excuse to head out to the West Cork islands! Discover the often surprising stories of our islands and Ireland’s past with the help of local guides and expert historians between August 20th and 28th! Celebrate the Celtic Festival of Lughnasadh 20/21 August – Bere Island Learn about the rich …
Bere Island Heritage Centre is the best place to learn more about Bere Island’s fascinating past The heritage and information centre is the focal point for the conservation and enhancement of Bere Island’s unique heritage. It is home to The Bere Island Experience Exhibition detailing the unique history and lifestyle of Bere Island, as well …
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