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CORK county
contae Chorcaí
At 3,000 Sq. miles (7,800 sq.
kilometres) Cork is the largest among those departing in the hope of returning to
strike again for Ireland. Shortly after this battle,
county in Ireland and this has shaped its James’ Fort was built to protect the harbour. It
inhabitants mentality who often refer to was at St. Multose Church in Kinsale that Charles
their home county as “The Republic of Cork”. II of England Scotland and Ireland was crowned in
1649.
A world apart, Cork is also known as “the rebel Further inland Cork’s answer to Jimmy Hendrix, the
county”. The charismatic nationalist leader famous Rory Gallagher once had his home down by
Michael Collins, born close to Clonakilty, is one of the waters of the river Bandon. Today, the resident
its famous sons. Few would not feel a stirring of artists open their doors each summer and welcome
joy in this stunning landscape. From gentle rolling visitors. Take in the coastal beauty and stunning
green countryside to its lush quasi tropical forests, surrounding countryside on one of the many scenic
Cork inspires love in a land of such beauty. The walks around Kinsale. Why not join local historian
Beara, Sheeps Head and Mizen peninsulas’ are Dermot Ryan for an educational “heritage walk”
places where you can relax and explore far from to get the inside story. This year marks the 100th
the din of city commercialism. For a true Island anniversary of the sinking of the HMS Lusitania in
experience you can go further and take one of the 1915, as 1,192 people lost their lives. You can learn
many ferries to visit Cork’s coastal Islands – there more at the dedicated Lusitania Museum open now
are many options, from Oileán Chléire with its Irish in the signal tower on the Old Head.
speaking community to the rich history of Bere
Island or brave a trip in Ireland’s only cable car to Setting out from Kinsale towards West Cork you
Dursey Island. are entering the picturesque coastline dotted with
towns where gaily painted houses sport fragrant
Kinsale flowers in the dappled light of summer. From
sheltered sandy coves to long sandy beaches, to the
It has been said that the history of Kinsale is the jagged cliffs of rocky headlands - West Cork is a
history of Ireland itself. Originally a medieval haven for those who wish to taste the fresh air but
fishing town and port - Kinsale is one of the most never stray too far from good food, good company
picturesque, popular and historic towns on the and a cosy Irish welcome. For outdoor activities you
south west coast of Ireland. Having served as are spoiled for choice in West Cork
Ireland’s gateway for many legendary sailors, - horse-riding, hill-walking, water-sports, golfing,
pirates and historical figures including Walter cycling and snorkelling to name but a few. Why not
Raleigh who introduced the potato to Europe spend a few hours Whale Watching or set off on an
(before he lost his head!). If you were here in 1601, Atlantic Boat trip from Baltimore?
you would have witnessed a heady battle which
essentially sealed the fate of Gaelic Ireland. The Courtmacsherry stretches along the bay with
Irish princes Hugh Roe O’Donnell and Hugh O’Neill,
allied with forces of the Spanish empire of Philip woods rising behind. Here you can choose to rent
III of Spain and Portugal fought England’s colonial a boat and take a closer look at the coast for
forces led by Charles Blount, 8th Baron Mountjoy. yourself. You may even catch a glimpse of the
In the wake of this battle a number of Ireland’s Courtmacsherry Whale!
native regal class took sail to mainland Europe in
what is remembered as “The Flight of the Earls”.
The Earls of Tyrone and Tír Conaill were numbered
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contae Chorcaí
At 3,000 Sq. miles (7,800 sq.
kilometres) Cork is the largest among those departing in the hope of returning to
strike again for Ireland. Shortly after this battle,
county in Ireland and this has shaped its James’ Fort was built to protect the harbour. It
inhabitants mentality who often refer to was at St. Multose Church in Kinsale that Charles
their home county as “The Republic of Cork”. II of England Scotland and Ireland was crowned in
1649.
A world apart, Cork is also known as “the rebel Further inland Cork’s answer to Jimmy Hendrix, the
county”. The charismatic nationalist leader famous Rory Gallagher once had his home down by
Michael Collins, born close to Clonakilty, is one of the waters of the river Bandon. Today, the resident
its famous sons. Few would not feel a stirring of artists open their doors each summer and welcome
joy in this stunning landscape. From gentle rolling visitors. Take in the coastal beauty and stunning
green countryside to its lush quasi tropical forests, surrounding countryside on one of the many scenic
Cork inspires love in a land of such beauty. The walks around Kinsale. Why not join local historian
Beara, Sheeps Head and Mizen peninsulas’ are Dermot Ryan for an educational “heritage walk”
places where you can relax and explore far from to get the inside story. This year marks the 100th
the din of city commercialism. For a true Island anniversary of the sinking of the HMS Lusitania in
experience you can go further and take one of the 1915, as 1,192 people lost their lives. You can learn
many ferries to visit Cork’s coastal Islands – there more at the dedicated Lusitania Museum open now
are many options, from Oileán Chléire with its Irish in the signal tower on the Old Head.
speaking community to the rich history of Bere
Island or brave a trip in Ireland’s only cable car to Setting out from Kinsale towards West Cork you
Dursey Island. are entering the picturesque coastline dotted with
towns where gaily painted houses sport fragrant
Kinsale flowers in the dappled light of summer. From
sheltered sandy coves to long sandy beaches, to the
It has been said that the history of Kinsale is the jagged cliffs of rocky headlands - West Cork is a
history of Ireland itself. Originally a medieval haven for those who wish to taste the fresh air but
fishing town and port - Kinsale is one of the most never stray too far from good food, good company
picturesque, popular and historic towns on the and a cosy Irish welcome. For outdoor activities you
south west coast of Ireland. Having served as are spoiled for choice in West Cork
Ireland’s gateway for many legendary sailors, - horse-riding, hill-walking, water-sports, golfing,
pirates and historical figures including Walter cycling and snorkelling to name but a few. Why not
Raleigh who introduced the potato to Europe spend a few hours Whale Watching or set off on an
(before he lost his head!). If you were here in 1601, Atlantic Boat trip from Baltimore?
you would have witnessed a heady battle which
essentially sealed the fate of Gaelic Ireland. The Courtmacsherry stretches along the bay with
Irish princes Hugh Roe O’Donnell and Hugh O’Neill,
allied with forces of the Spanish empire of Philip woods rising behind. Here you can choose to rent
III of Spain and Portugal fought England’s colonial a boat and take a closer look at the coast for
forces led by Charles Blount, 8th Baron Mountjoy. yourself. You may even catch a glimpse of the
In the wake of this battle a number of Ireland’s Courtmacsherry Whale!
native regal class took sail to mainland Europe in
what is remembered as “The Flight of the Earls”.
The Earls of Tyrone and Tír Conaill were numbered
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