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secluded wooded riverside setting, Blairs Inn, widely known for good
food, is as pretty as a picture. Warm coal fires flicker in the wooden
interior of the bars during winter. In summer, Blairs Inn is renowned
for its spectacular floral displays. The riverside beer garden and
heated patio have seating for over 100 people. Trout can be seen to
“rise” in the Owennageara, the Sheep River, which bounds the garden.
Recommended by all major guides and winner of many major awards.
NORTH CORK
The North Cork area is an excellent base for touring the South of
Ireland and is easily accessible from Dublin, Shannon Airport and
Cork City. The Blackwater Valley occupies most of North Cork and is
well known region for many outdoor activities including fishing and
golfing.
BLACKWATER VALLEY
The Blackwater Valley is the ideal spot for a quiet getaway. Perfect for
activities such as walking, cycling, horse-riding, golf and fishing, this
area will not disappoint the active visitor. The River Blackwater rises
on the Cork-Kerry border and flows through Mallow and Fermoy in
County Cork and onto County Waterford through the towns of Lismore
and Cappoquin, then ends in the sea at Youghal. The surrounding
scenery is absolutely breathtaking. The Blackwater Way is an
impressive walking route for those seeking adventure. It follows the
river from Fermoy and leads into varied landscapes of forest and fields
and stunning view-points.
Blarney Castle.
CASTLETOWNROCHE
(RIBs), the resident Dolphin family may decide to join us on route to the This picturesque village lies on the Awbeg River near Mallow. Nearby
last port of call for the Titanic. Suitable for family fun, corporate hire and are the ruins of the 13th century Augustinian Bridgetown Abbey, once
whale & dolphin watching. home to 300 monks and a medieval boarding school.
publicbuilding places of interest CHARLEVILLE
Cork City Gaol, Sunday’s Well, Cork City. Tel: (021) 430 5022; Web: Located near the County Limerick border, Charleville is an important
www.corkcitygaol.com. Two kilometres from the city centre sits this market town set in rich agricultural lands. The Library in the old
magnificent castle-like building and former jailhouse! Now restored, Church of Ireland church and the Schoolyard Theatre are worth
its furnished cells, life-sized figures, sound effects and audiovisual visiting. The town is also home to the Charleville Golf Club, an
presentation offer an excellent outing for adults and children alike. attractive 27-hole complex known for its lush fairways and beautiful
Tours in 9 languages. Visit the Radio Museum Experience at the same greens. Tel: (063) 81257.
location. Uniquely situated in the Governor’s House, the restored
1920’s Radio Studio and surrounding exhibitions provide a nostalgic FERMOY
and informative view of early Irish broadcasting. Open 7 days A small fishing town with 5,000 inhabitants – and about 25 pubs –
throughout the year. Fermoy is best known for its annual fishing festival in May and June
which attracts visitors and professional anglers alike. Contact the
shopping shopping Tourist Office on (025) 31101.
Mahon Point Shopping Centre, Mahon, Co. Cork. Tel: (021) 497 2800. The Blackwater Way Walking Route is also accessed from Fermoy.
Mahon Point Shopping Centre brings together a cross-section of Created from two separate routes, it now crosses the area all the way
appealing retail and leisure outlets under one roof to create a great from Clogheen to Muckross. The entire Blackwater Valley area is a
shopping “experience”, on a par with the malls of other major European superb holiday location with a wealth of outdoor activities, as well as
cities, perfect for some retail therapy during your visit to Cork…whatever more than its fair share of culture and heritage.
the weather! Conveniently located at the Mahon/Blackrock exit off the
N25 South Link Road, the centre is bright and spacious with numerous MALLOW
free car parking and dining spaces. With high-profile anchor tenants The old Mallow Castle, located in the grounds of the present castle,
Debenhams, Tesco and Omniplex, a number of leading European was built in the late 16th century on the site of a 12th century
chains such as Next (Munster’s largest), stylish Spanish export, Zara, fortification. In the 18th and 19th centuries, Mallow was an important
and quality Irish outlets including O’Briens Sandwich Bar, Gasoline spa town; the old Spa House has now been restored as a private
and Pamela Scott, Mahon Point is Munster’s newest and largest residence. The Donkey Sanctuary has rescued over 2,100 donkeys and
shopping destination. given them a loving home in Mallow. The visitor centre here features a
quiet picnic area and unique shop selling donkey-themed souvenirs.
BLARNEY North east of Mallow lies Doneraile Park, an outstanding example of
Just outside Cork City, Blarney is famed the world over for Blarney an 18th century landscaped park in the Capability Brown style. With
House and Blarney Castle with its celebrated and much-kissed sacred mature groves of deciduous trees, it contains several restored water
stone. The grounds of the castle are just as impressive and incorporate features and a number of deer herds. Open year round. Tel: (022)
the Wishing Steps, Witch’s Kitchen, Druid’s Cave and many other 24244.
delightful features. Tel: (021) 438 5252.
MILLSTREET
dining dining & entertainment Millstreet nestles at the foot of the Claragh Mountains in an area that
Blairs Inn, Cloghroe, Blarney, Co. Cork. Tel: (021) 438 1470; Web: is rich in archaeological heritage. Worth seeing is the nearby Millstreet
www.blairsinn.ie. Situated five minutes from Blarney on R579 in a Country Park.
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