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much needed employment to over 400 people. The slate excavated
from the quarry made its way to the roofs of the Houses of Parliament
in London and the Paris Opera House. From Valentia, a trip out the
The Smugglers
mighty Skelligs, just eight miles off the Valentia coast, beckons. Sea
Speciality Inn
Quest will take you to witness for yourself the setting in which monks
survived in the 6th century in their beehive huts on Skellig Michael. The
white-capped peaks of Small Skellig are home to one of the world’s
Food, Drink, Accomodation
largest colonies of gannets. The Skellig Experience here is not to be
missed. It features a fascinating audiovisual presentation and exhibition
centre and offers spectacular views of the surrounding scenery.
publicbuilding places of interest
The Skellig Experience, Valentia Island, Ring of Kerry. Tel: (066) 947
6306. Web:
www.skelligexperience.com. The visitor centre is located
Cliff Road, Waterville, Co. Kerry
on Valentia Island, 11.5km off the main Ring of Kerry route. It houses (066) 947 4330
thesmugglersinn@eircom.net
an 80-seat auditorium with a 15-minute audiovisual show. The centre
illustrates themes in an exciting way using graphics, models,
exhibition items and reconstruction. The four main themes are the seafood and meat dishes prepared by chef proprietor Henry Hunt who
history and archaeology of Skellig Michael, the history of the has catered for celebrities such as Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta
lighthouses, the sea birds of south west Kerry and the underwater Jones, Payne Stewart, Tiger Woods and The Chaplin Family. It has
marine life of the Skelligs. Cruises to the Skelligs offer visitors the been said “if their fish was any fresher, the chef would have to cook it
opportunity to explore the islands first hand. Cruises are available underwater”. Dining room with panoramic views, also al fresco dining
from March to October, weather permitting. in garden overlooking Ballinskelligs bay. Snack menu available in bar.
Rooms with breathtaking sea and mountain views.
WATERVILLE
Waterville is a lively resort tucked between Ballinskelligs Bay and shopping shopping
Lough Currane. The town is popular with anglers and holiday-makers Waterville Craft Market, Ring of Kerry Road, Co. Kerry. Tel: (066) 947
and was once a favoured haunt of Charlie Chaplin. 4212; Email:
craftmarket@eircom.net. Unique and extensive, the
Waterville Market showcases Irish craft and design and is officially
guestrooms accommodation acknowledged throughout the country as one of Ireland’s most
Smugglers Inn, Waterville, Co. Kerry. Tel: (066) 947 4330; Email: outstanding outlets. Located on the main Ring of Kerry road, just
thesmugglersinn@eircom.net. Situated on the ‘Ring of Kerry’, outside Waterville village, you are welcome to come and browse in
overlooking the Atlantic adjacent to Waterville Golf Links. Farmhouse spacious, friendly and picturesque surroundings. Shipping to the USA
restored by the Hunt family in 1980. Famous for its wonderful is free on purchases over €300.
Ring of Kerry
Located on the main Ring of Kerry road, just outside
Waterville village, you are welcome to come and browse
waterville
in spacious, friendly and picturesque surroundings.
An opportunity not to be missed!
Get Your Dog fix
with Saoirse and Sheena
AVOID AIRLINE CHARGES
A Showcase for Irish
WE OFFER FREE SHIPPING
USA: Spend €250 UK: Spend €100
Tel: (066) 947 4212
Craft & Design Email:
craftmarket@eircom.net
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