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with VIP treatment in Hamlets of Kinsale, a wonderful overnight stay
in the beautiful Georgian-style residence in the Old Bank House or a
gourmet feast at the Blue Haven, you will be pleasantly surprised at
what we have to offer. With all three properties recently re-furbished to
the highest of standards; The Blue Haven Collection prides itself on
service, style and sophistication.
shopping shopping
Heather Mountain, Market Street, Kinsale, Co. Cork. Tel: (021) 477
3384. Heather Mountain specialises in high quality, locally produced
handcrafts. In their wide range you will find hand-knitted Aran sweaters,
designer knitwear, handcrafted Celtic jewellery, pottery, tweeds,
woollens and much more. Highly regarded for quality and value.
MACROOM
Macroom is a large town on the River Lee in the heart of the Lee
Valley. The river is well stocked for fishing and flows into a lake
surrounded on three sides by pine forests. The area is famous for its
prehistoric remains, and there are numerous castles, abbeys and
ancient churches.
MIZEN HEAD
On the south-western tip of Ireland, Mizen Head features superb views
of the sea and rock formations from the famous 99-step suspension
bridge, which leads out to the Mizen Head Signal Station Visitor
Centre and Mizen Vision. It’s the perfect place to experience the Kinsale, Co. Cork.
exhilaration and excitement of the wild Atlantic as it crashes against
ancient, tortured rocks. Tel: (028) 35115. peninsula with good restaurants and excellent beaches. Despite its size,
the town also houses the Republic’s only planetarium, Tel: (028) 28552.
ROSSCARBERY The surrounding area is as scenic as anywhere on the Ring of Kerry and
Situated on the stunning West Cork coastline between Clonakilty and makes a great base from which to explore West Cork.
Skibbereen, this attractive village with its charming square and
traditional shop fronts, traces its foundation to a 6th century SKIBBEREEN
Benedictine Monastery founded by St. Fachtna. Skibbereen, located 68km from Cork, is the hub of West Cork and a
great centre from which to tour some of the beautiful scenery of the
guestrooms accommodation region. The Skibbereen Heritage Centre is a fascinating attraction
Rosalithir, Rosscarbery, West Cork. Tel/Fax: (023) 48136; Email: and features two main exhibitions: the Great Famine Exhibition and
info@rosalithir.com; Web:
www.rosalithir.com. A warm welcome awaits the Lough Hyne Visitor Centre. Also worth a look is the West Cork
you from Catherine & Finbar O'Sullivan and family in this charming Arts Centre, which features exhibitions, local crafts, classes and a
country residence. This award-winning establishment offers a high film club.
standard of bed and breakfast accommodation and home cooking
while 4-star self-catering accommodation is also available. National guestrooms accommodation
Awards of Excellence Winner. Located just 2km from the picturesque West Cork Hotel, Skibbereen, Co. Cork. Tel: (028) 21277; Fax:
seaside village of Rosscarbery (signposted on Clonakilty/Rosscarbery (028) 22333; Email:
info@westcorkhotel.com; Web:
N71), Rosalithir enjoys spectacular views of the surrounding valleys
www.westcorkhotel.com. Situated on the banks of the Ilen River, in
and hills. Guests can relax on the balcony and observe the ships pass the thriving market town of Skibbereen, you'll find an abundance of
by the Galley Head. Ideally placed for touring Clonakilty, Kinsale, cultural activities, a lively Arts and Craft movement, internationally
Blarney or Killarney, Rosalithir is indeed at the heart of West Cork. renowned exhibitions and theatre along with unforgettable evenings
of invigorating music. People find The West Cork Hotel to be a
SCHULL home away from home, a place of relaxation where things are
Schull is rapidly becoming one of Ireland’s most popular holiday spots. It properly done according to ageless standards of service. It demands
is a small village at the foot of Mount Gabriel on the Mizen Head that rare epithet venerable to describe its charms.
publicbuilding places of interest
The Skibbereen Heritage Centre, Old Gas Works Building, Upper
Bridge Street, Skibbereen, West Cork. Tel: (028) 40900; Email:
info@skibbheritage; Web:
www.skibbheritage.com. Located in the
beautifully restored Old Gasworks, the Heritage Centre features two
main exhibitions: The Great Famine Exhibition commemorates this
period of Irish history using the latest multimedia technology.
Skibbereen was one of the worst affected areas in Ireland, as
testified by the mass graves, where almost 10,000 were buried.
The Lough Hyne Visitor Centre reveals the unique nature of this
marine lake, Ireland’s first Marine Nature Reserve. Find out about
the history, folklore and formation of this renowned natural
phenomenon. Genealogy information, archaeology trail, disabled
access, car park and gift shop. Open March to November, seven
day opening in high season, Tues. to Sat. shoulder season. Winter
by appointment.
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