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CĂŠad mĂ­le fĂĄilte! Hello and welcome to the first edition of ‘50 things to see and do...’ which is designed to help you have a great time in and around Bantry and the surrounding area. Holidaying here for the first time? Regular visitor? Local? No problem, we’re sure our varied list of things to see and do will provide ideas for all the family to enjoy. Our guide is written to give you brief suggestions relating to different activities, places and attractions to explore and it’s ideal for keeping in your hotel room, hire car or home. If you are here on holiday then on behalf of the people of West Cork we extend a warm welcome and hope you have a wonderful stay.

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Bantry is a colourful, bustling town set at the head of Bantry Bay, a spectacular, natural, deep-water gulf. The town has a vibrant and colourful shopping district as it is a hub town for a large catchment area. The paved town square is the focal point of Bantry where many local functions and festivals are held – including a thriving farmer’s market every Friday. At the front of the square, overlooking the harbour, is a statue of Saint Brendan the Navigator commemorating his ancient connection with Bantry. Nestled between the two peninsulas of the Sheep’s Head and Beara, Bantry has some wonderful scenery and is surrounded by gentle hills, woods, streams, and has both coastal and cliff walks. There are many heritage walks in and around Bantry and information points are strategically placed around town highlighting them as well as outlining the history and wildlife of the area.

All the best The Southern Star team publishers of ‘50 things to see and do...’. During the summer we’ll be distributing 25,000 copies via tourist, dining and shopping outlets across West Cork, so feel free to give a copy to family and friends.

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COMMUNITY O’Lionaird: I’ll be ready for Olympics BY KIERAN M

MACROOM Olympian Ciaran O’Lionaird has declared: I’m fresh and focused for the Olympic Games. The 24-year-old 1,500m runner has been troubled by an inflamed left Achilles tendon injury that has disrupted his preparations for the London Olympics that begin in late July, Following on from his break-

has struggled for fitness this year. But the talented Cork athlete is confident that he will be fit and ready to go for his 1,500m heat on August 3. ‘Most other athletes are probably starting to ease up now while I’m pushing harder. What I won’t have is the depth of build-up races in May and June that I would have liked,’ O ‘Lionaird told The Southern Star.

other things. But I will be fresh at the starting line, I’m training well right now and I am managing the injury fairly well. ‘It’s taken a lot longer than I would have liked but I had to make sure that the body was ready to go and was strong enough, and that I wasn’t going to set myself back long-term. ‘I consulted with the doctors here in America and my support staff back at the Irish Institute of Sport in Ireland to make sure that I got the allclear to resume hard training.

O’Lionaird is pencilled in to compete in the 61st Cork City Sports Pre-Olympic International Athletic meeting at the CIT Grounds on Tuesday July 17th, as he steps up his preparations for the Olympics. Based in America, where he trains with the Oregon Track Club Elite in Eugene, Oregon, O’Lionaird expects to run a few warm-up races in Europe in July. ‘It’s not an ideal scenario by

fore the World Championships, but it worked out for me there, O’Lionaird said. ‘There are a lot of fellas who have come out on fire this year, in April and May, but are they going to be able to hold that until London? Only time will tell. I am happy that, at least, I have the qualifying time in my back pocket and I can go to London really focused and fresh, and have my training

for a while there were talks that I might have to give this year a miss to allow my body to recover from the injury and to make sure that it wasn’t going to be an injury that would ruin the rest of my career. ‘We got all the scans, the tendon healed nicely, from where we were two months ago it progressed a lot better and a lot quicker, and I am fortunate that I am able to give the Olympics my full focus now.’ 0 &( % . #+)", "%* (," -"*! " ( % "&% "( ( '

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CORK will not underestimate Offaly in phase two of the AllIreland hurling qualifiers on Saturday July 7th, according to selector Ger Cunningham. ‘We won’t be underestimating Offaly, even if they were well beaten by Galway in the Leinster semi-final, because we know they are a very capable side on their day,’ Cunningham told The Southern Star. ‘What we were looking for www.southernstar.ie/News/Farming primarily was to get a home draw, and we are very pleased that we got it, because a game on the road could have been will pay off in the long run. The difficult, particularly for our key, even if you have perfected more inexperienced players, afyour signature style: if it’s not ter the disappointment of losfestival-friendly, leave it at ing to Tipp last Sunday.’ home. Cunningham refers to last year’s championship clash be-

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exposing yourself to the elements for three days, without a shower, does not mean fashion goes out the tent window. Don’t worry if you don’t know the dress code for ‘field’, it’s actually pretty simple! When planning for a festival we can look to both Kate Moss and (surprisingly enough) Margaret Atwood to sum it all up perfectly, ‘context is all’. Dress• ICMSA has consistently displayed an ingprices for festivals, expertise in calculating milk and if done well, can make the experience all the identifying trends in the Dairy Sector. more enjoyable. On the other hand, if done badly it can lead • ICMSA addresses the underlying to muddy feet, greasy hair and problems stopping farmers a decent allearning sorts of other unthinkable and proportionate net income horrors. Although Atwood probably did not intend her • ICMSA represents Cork farmers at local, 1985 feminist fiction to be quoted with in thean context of Slane or national and European level Glastonbury, festival goers emphasis on always finding the solutions should bear her refrain in mind to their problems. when planning their fashionable festival. Chairman of West Cork ICMSA: It may be beyond repetitive for087-6106907 fashion writers to go on Tom Wilson, Enniskeane, aboutICMSA: Kate Moss, but when all Secretary of West Cork is said086-2479436 and done, she always Stephen Shorten, Enniskeane, tunes her outfit to the occasion. Sheat: leaves her best sunglasses, Contact ICMSA diamonds and expensive bags John Feely House, Dublin Road, Limerick, at home when Glasto bound; at (Tel) 061-314677, (Fax) 061-315737 instead she rocks simple denim or info@icmsa.ie shorts and wellies. Do not be fooled, it is not a case of throwPlease also look at our website at old www.icmsa.ie ing any thing on and thinking, ‘it’s only a festival’ – the photos will resurface for years – trust me, that extra bit of care

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Na Tire, andcessity of woodlands today a and Ryan, Clonakilty Community Garda, Diarmuid Cronin, Development Officer MuintĂ­r ChiefySupt Tom Hayes. (Photo: Denis Boy Boyle) The book opens with warnss against the dangers of the elements, it’s not a bad idea be on their guard if they aren’t Knowles describing his own deforestation. estation. The book co e conto dress according to the to slip-up on what he regards as mystical experience with trees. tains a chapter on Knowles’ Knowl weather forecast and at the risk a potential banana-skin. Upon walking in a woodland new p project, called ‘The U Uniof sounding negative; prepare ‘The expectation was that near Killarney, Knowles en- versity tty of the Living Tree’, Tre for rain! Miuccia Prada once Cork would win that match by tered what he calls, ‘an experi- which h is to establish a resear research explained that when getting eight to ten points, but there MACRA nashe Feirme ducational centre. ‘The ‘T educational RODERICK Knowles is the au- ential mode of pure awareness’. and es dressed, plansnational her outfits was just a point in it at the end, president Jagoe from what Very challenging idea iss to set up a national as thor of several books, includfrom theAlan feet up: deciding and we would foolish not to Nohoval toldwants The Southern ‘2012 will bebe remembered a international network netwo well as ing Cosmic Lovers, a biograph- The very moments I stepped shoes she to wear, and treat Offaly with the utmost re- * ($"% * , $&% ") ( *+(%"% *& ' % "% +#/ "% % ** $'* *& )-"$ *! )+ (+ *( "* % &$'# * *! %) -"$ ! ## % (Photo: Philip O’Regan) Star this weekher that the imporntres,’ explains Knowles. n Knowl of centres,’ ic love story which he wrote into this wood, I found myself in then fitting clothes around as a very challenging year for spect farmers, this time,’asthe Cork tance ofThe agriculture the start- Cork the rainselecU of the Living Livi ‘The University with his partner Elly Van Veen. a world of other dimensions. 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Cork atforce Bandon GardaFabulous Station has Chief Superintendent Tom The advice from the Gardai keeping large amount of monmatic defeat by Tipperary.’ ‘For of those people who may the Irish economy,’ the influmonth, which been a volvess an optimal usage of lan land, coast Ireland, which were to question: ‘Is this an absurd noquality fabric will get you last Hayes said that, inhas general, Co by An Garda Siochana in assoey or valuables in a house or have and Community Alert is: if unNeedless to say, Cork’s disvulnerable ential young farmers’ organihelp to farmers in saving e ven levels from belo on seven below have elderly a lasting or influence on his tion or a forgotten truth?’ nowhere, whereas a fabric that big Cork boasts aimprovement safe community ciation with Muintir na Tire sure, do not open the door but vehicle and leaving valuables neighbous play was a big on or friends, be aat good sation stated. nd to forest canopy.’ n life. He was educated the Drawing on several religious ground driesboss quickly will be your sav- winter feed and extending the andleague people enjoy a good qualiCommunity Alert. if you do so, have the doorchain visible to a passer-by. the final but Cunningneighbour and advise them of tthologically rich and lyrily Mythologically world famous English public iour. First, thelevel shape: a smock texts and mystical figures (such At farm gate 2012 has season,’ he stated. ty ofrevealed life but there is always The turquoise-coloured card grazing ‘Put your safety first’ is the on while you check a caller’s ham expected that. possible scams. 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I really would like to ne n interested anyone and was ajust wasteone of time quired forand nextfalling to nothing from kick-back said, ‘What I know of phoon mer period prices, the increased cost ofat the Sixpossibly down, to govaux, for who Steve Inand attendance Safety Programme’ enables ties, windows are locked and do not paign in West Cork. we knew italso wasFestival going working at a Knowles vulnerable perwere guarantees finish it off now and make it an hoseno h wish towhen lea for those who learn cold, not the 16 degrees that we and money,’ says. ‘It the divine sciences and Holy there most shops. Similarly bright, nal, adorned with flowers. 2012 will be a year Irish afarminputs, product price launch were Supt Eddie WEST householders to record details farm Full infomation about the son’s home, never hesitate to be afraid to say ‘no’ if someone to be aisdifferent type of game,’ have trees been and ableseek to swim. Cork swimming hero Irish first, to show the masses th more from their had been told it should be at produces two kinds of people, Scripture, I learned in wood I would summery T-shirt tucked into and chic all about looking like a ers willas want forget fast but the CAP Reform are the McEoin, Sergeant Ian asks for a glass of water or per- that such thetovehicle model, carditand security advice contact the Gardai immediatehe said. weather just very STEVE Redmond completed six ofand the field. sevenIswims canhome be done. It would be ng and was n healing spiritual gifts.un- this time of year.’ conformists or has rebels, prime high-waisted shorts is a well main veteran. Hunter Steve Redmond will return to have in nothe other mas- The will be left deep financial topics ofClassic interest to West Cork Gar- mission to use the telephone or great is avialable Diarmuid colour andwith registration as well O’Callaghan, ly,’ said Sgt O’Callaghan, who ‘Tipp aren’t physical Oceans 7 Swim Challenge, with the 12-mile Strait in Japan his over there, like it As well as the physical effects to showfrom the rest of Euowles’ o Knowles’ nextjust project is isto ministers like David Cameron seasoned uniform. farmers wellingtons in as green, blackasor Japan in July in another brave ters Tsugaru than the Beeches and stable scars that willfestival take us many at present. Prevention Officer; as the number of strangers who da Crime Cronin of Community at can toilet. be contacted 023- I Oaks’), Knowles builds up a here. are, so whatare wetogot lastpoets remaining rope that even thoughAlerta we are llete four books on philo complete philos- of the swim – he had a chest intrawler man-yellow fes- bid to make sporting history. or like challenge. Shelley.atWhen Bright and tight T-shirts are Kilkenny years to recover from. NextLiam Tuesday, October 9th, Garda Ryan, Community call to their home selling or was 086-6000752. A genuine caller Steve will notwas ob- down The Tsugaru Strait is a channel between Honshu and Hokkaido in 8852261. a what hurling match in are theto ‘Unfortunately the two timesof fection over the weekend – the Just last week, at the moment that we on the phenomenon tivals Jimmy Choos was at Eton, eight members of compelling case for people’s ophy, everywhere this ever summer and IFA Now more than the deis holding a protest of northern Japan, the Sea of Japan with the Pacific Ocean, Policing, Clonakilty; andday Comseeking information. Such ject toHegarty a householder keeping purest sense, but, unfortunateThe launch ofconnecting the Caller Prowe tried it,bringing the attempts were Jerry on his at Mohonagh, Skibbereen, one of three West Cork farmers profiled in this supplement. forced to abandon twofarm couracan still live and competeiswith iion, together tthe mental aspect of this draining Creation, Paris:and suitable and classy. to the were Old Etonians. look great with aand tan.faciliGet the action spiritual/ psychological need encourage farmofficers shut-down, andcabinet while at its shortest it is just this is where the current isconmunity Alert tails to can then be verified with ly, the doorchain nor12to the Information sheet we weren’t as ruthlessBetty with geous tection Card at Bandon fol-12 miles challenge takes its toll as well doomed because attemptsattached to swim the best. ng-edge n insights scie cutting-edge ofthere scienIthe became a rebel.’ silhouette right, then is dial nection with trees. tate the next generation of up send a strong message to Mary govstrongest, and Steve’s planned route will cover 25 milesQuoting in an ex- the always Hennessy, Ballinascarthy, the Gardai or Community producing identity or northa teleSgt distance O’Callaghan also re- lowed our goal chances as we should mile a Community Alert a force eight gale out there but working with Maureen Tsugaru Strait ‘The is not proba those of mystics, p tists and poThe idea for latest Book thelocal accessories. The festival Job, which â€˜â€Śask was The checklist pected time of 12Knowles’ hours. utmost importance. With as we’reof seeing in DASsays: which sure onto to getexcellent the livethe shipas the two input costs that Commissioner Ciolosinthat our ferred ernment that they must deHealy, Crookstown, and MarAlert Group, the simple: contact numphone number. crime meeting have been. That cost uscheckthe ern withnearly Gardai and the middle ofwisdom-teac the channel, Duffy (hypnotherapist) in BalJapan, which, ifbe completed, gotan caught in dreadful Steve’s extraordinary feat become the everaand person to comssionaries, visionaries, wisdom-teachthe beasts, they willCork teach inets, book started 20toyears foundations are shorts, Ifagriculture in doubt this handy many farmers over 80 as pingwe markets up and running were causing most financial willfirst affect lot of West CAP budget must main-you lem, fend both here in tin Clontead. bers of which cantank also be writIf a card seen is produced, prevention information sheet game really. among those in7 attendance pletewhen the Oceans Challenge in 2009 when he of completso yougreat had lydehob and David Quinn in would have him become weather conditions and we got athe current, the world’s gre ers, and you‌ or the plants theor earth, against ago helevel. was living inbegan the back casual T-shirts, tops and Ireland listO’Regan, will seein you through! there are under 35 there is a farmers with marginal to keep competition for livepain at farm tained, as a fully-funded CAP and Europe. The ten oncardis. the card. should check the photograph on Personal Safety ‘Obviously, it’s something ed the first of theWoods, seven swims, Channel. were Supt Liam Horgan, In-the English swells and nobody could Skibbereen, he has all his bases first is person into the world to no luck all. We with couldregard have ons. ‘They o follow-o religions. are follow-ons and they will teach And huge Parkanasilla near long When it comes to Denim cut-offs: If taken you we can the urgent to address this the costs being loaded heavy ground, it’syou.’ definitely stock inat the market. budget crucial the surReform decisions OnBut August 31st 2010 he did the gruelling North Channelso swim, from Theneed card can also be given CAP (is it stuck on?), the expiry date swum to Bogus which can be Bogus callers are to have to work on, spector Colin Collins, Sgt Mick covered. the Oceans 7 Swim forTraders another 15 hours if m book, What the Hell H fromit.’ my great Hindu text, The swim seegoing your butt cheeks, are complete Sneem, County Kerry. ‘I im- from festival dressing: accessories beenthe a very challenging imbalance. Although grain prices were on West Cork milk suppliers next number ofthey vival of farm families here in Portpatrick, near Larne in Scotland, to Blackhead, north of Belfast year to strangers tothan fill inwords! but home- over and see if there is a telephone downloaded from the website Itifthe should stressed that Challenge. and we get itbe sorted, I believe Lehane, Gda David White and ‘The sea will beat you up. It we were at that Doing on Planet Earth?,’ Earth Bhahavad Gita: ‘He knows Am I D too short. mersed myself inofthe trees, be-17 minutes. speak louder Lobbying of TD’s hasto begun did not end he claims: for local farms,’ he who observed. good, theallowed yields inbut many country. will be ofgenuine major imHarbour, in a there, time 17 hours and owners are advised not enter months number of the company that www.garda.ie. most callers but in this Gda Damien Healy and Comwe could go aare long way.sure But undeterred by those the current was getting ys. back y he says. ‘I am also finishing a will beat any ego you have. If tree is the knower ofhe the Pushing Mini-dress: Make coming about Brightly coloured sunglassIn April 2011passionate Steveis completed the thirdthe of Two the challenges, swimming on the various issues affecting other threats that places disappointing. His association beingSean inuntoduring farmers and recesin- it’s can ‘The Minister must also set-if stage into conversation with portance beacontacted to confirm Fourwere ways in which such munity partiuclar, these Alert officers ‘That thebecause young To highlight just how hard determined w V with my partner Elly Van you have notions of doing it this Vedas’ –ICMSA meaning he be is the book not too all good itfellas could backs, them,’ he ‘As Iaround opened to 20th es are still shorthand for crazythe Strait ofsays. Gibraltar, and on October completed the Catalina farmers ahead of the forthsaid he the would The pigby and poultry sectors dated with reports the strongly defend the Steve farm is al- stronger. deed the wider economy. strangers or give information the caller is training genuine. crimes are committed are Kelly, sionary times, there are seemGurtycloona, Sheila and hurled well against Tipp was ready way or that way, the sea will strong and to theour effects of back inaround Lough ‘If I don’t get it the next time, a sequel Cosm Veen, wind Cosmic ofSteve spiritual knowledge. Channel swim in California. In Februaryknower this year, swam the leadget trashed. them, they opened to me.’ Durfestival-chic, but brightly coming budget. Over the last monitoring closely and remain difficult, and the presemerging fodder shortage ‘Our minister, Simon schemes when he sits Newmarket, and about their neighbours. These along with de- then (1) poor or no work all but ex- Denis ingly plausible bogus or disDaly, especially satisfying, because ars typhoon an love earthCook Strait in New Zealand. this week, asvehicle preparawon’t backat until Iishave rs, a Lovers, which isand a true ad- kick that out of you very quickPlaysuit: that any Hyne ing this time Knowles started coloured gladiator sandals Coveney, number of years, the agriculing the fight against were the both sureIof highbe input costs realwhich looks likely to add to the table with Minister NoomustBeware stand firm and we (the management) are here Later that month Steve completed another feat of extraordinary enquake offset the of Japan ly. It will show you what you can have already begun for a itlydone,’ urre in coast Ireland.’ venture Diverse voices one-piece is not going to be tions gathering asprecarious many quotes (Kate Bosworth at Coachella) ensure tural sector has disproporproposed classification of takinghe itsadded. toll on these farmthe already in- and nan in advance of the Decemthat Ireland gets a fair durance when he spent ahe total of 22 hours in the and ended up all made for three years, and they are second Steve’s attempts, ex-is do,’ Steve said. trip to Japan as early as sspel of the Living he Tree Gospel bathroom-friendly. But thewater quotes are for not written material that could are onehad step ahead. If in you’re tionately higher cuts its farms capital assets ers. come on local ber budget. The government deal in the upcoming CAP havingsituation to swim 44 miles fordairy what is normally aas 25-mile journey the Sunglasses: future fromGet our pointneof is CORK COUNTY Y quite COUNCIL COU NC L bru‘I am used to IL how ‘Inonline the second attempt, feasibly possible in July. Under pressure able at www.Ear available www.EarthaCoveney cheap pair from mystics and religious plained: find on trees. not too enamored by these, gotiations. budget compared to every farms. must maintain all farm Minister across the Molokai Channel in Hawaii. third level grants, which he M H A I R L E tal C O the N TA Aswims E C H O are R C Aand Ă? view. how taxthe tide pushed theC O current “I am more determined than With unfavourable weather mosPress.org. 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Steve last week, more settled wo Roderic Knowles and his work Mini-satchel can as pages, such asand Mick Jagger’s perspective. ‘There arestrains already its sion. As for handbags: festivals for the Hearing Enhancer for Aural Rehabilitation farm families,’ Mr Wilson is going to place huge proportionate cuts in previous tempts ICMSA, Tom Wilson, agreed ROADS are all the others. ToJagger, have back northern Japan, Macy was form, where we started. The Southern Star this weather has been forecast for The T University of the L withto Liv- ready to go again. danceon with it onand andthat’s carrythe the told daughter Lizzy many books onwe’re trees in theunhor- asoldest are probably the one occasion strictly also condemned changes in on farmers so already budgets. that the ‘back end’ of 2012 was this far want to abe the insense,’ her North Chan-‘I come it’s going to be for the rest week. ‘Too many people have put ‘For three hours I stayed in early to mid-July but Steve is successful rree project, visit ing Tree www.Livessentials. who says, ‘If II weren’t model ticultural he the says. on which your outfit will not be way TRAFFIC REPOR Twww.L theto conveyancing practice of the seeing people making de‘For example,’ Richard going to be a very challenging achieve it.’ swim. But Steve acknowlNEW TO THE FARM STORE, FROM THE An abundant and colourful fashion shop of the championship.’ into this. The fear of same 700m, just fighting too much ‘It was very, very difficult now under pressure from other nel rreeEducationalFound ingTreeEducationalFoundaHats: Make it eye-catching I’d have been a tree.’ Another wanted to create a and book that first enhanced by a Chanel 2.55 Traffic delays may occur on the following roads s in the Western Division of the Law Society he said against cision to scan stock cull Connell stated, ‘in Budget period for farmers all over the that if he wants to Reflecting on hiswhich unsuc25% NOW OFF FULL RANGES With the Munster football fi- over letting down the theCouncil current. I didn’t MAKERS N’ DRY, COMES there, and it was difficult swimmers who are all chasing edges d everyone Improvement Water Cork Cork as a result of proposed Road andand org. to double as a locating beacon. gem istwo from Sinn tion.org. celebrates the sacredness of surprising quilted classic. Unless you areOF HOME wouldattempts multiply the legal repanimalsthe not “in-calf.â€? 2012, farm schemes were cut country and for West first to achieve this cessful to swim the know Schemes onthis weekwas commencing June, nal Footwear: between Cork Clare to of, 2011: failure, that’s what realany of happen-13thfear come home. But we are go- the goal surgeries of becoming the first become Makeand it sandals, FĂŠin Gerry Adams, trees and their role in human brave enough to sport the bur- ALKABUPHA OF LAMINATES INpresident STOCK at the following resentation involved in prop‘Teagasc estimate that by 17%, compared to the 6% doctorsĘź Cork’s vital dairy sector in Strait in northern sporting feat,farm he Tsugaru the following day, ing ly drives It’s due what I knew was someon thethere R595 Skibbereen to Baltimore Road oad atyou. o Oldcourt to drives again. This time we will go person in the world to com- monumental wellies orfor cheap canvas shoes. who confesses he hugs trees ing.Delays consciousness and culture.’ geoning bum-bag revival (who scheduled erty transfers – anditmultiply incomes this year will be cut applied across the entire particular. The Enniskeane to move Stevehe admits was de12mm Brassic oakrange laminate...................................now â‚Ź9.95 nutes overnight from n watermain replacement works. Delays of 10 minutes hurlers might have to with me.’ wrong because my team a different skipper, who plete the Oceans 7 Swim Chal- needs m wyeth@yahoo.co.uk adamwyeth@yahoo.co.uk Sunscreen: Pack a travelwherever goes: â€˜â€Śin the thing Drawing onfast. a vast of Japan, is?), a messenger-style bag is Cork’s to 7.00a.m. the legal fees involved too. down some onaway 2011 agriculture budget, and the farmer said that, while milk ‘While we30% were the moralising not to complete the on 8.00p.m. plan Eoin has 7mm Wellington oakand laminate..............................now â‚Ź5.95 • A special fundraising the boat look like someone actually swum the channel lenge. sizedwithout tube anddual-star keep applying. the best festival option; hands $%/ *!3 (' (%/!. %/ % ! ( "+. % % /%( #! that’s before the of cuts 3.5% cut applied across all price was stabilising and, on swim but with the weather dic- hadSurface race has hotted upkind completely rinagh. onwouldn’t the R637 from to D Drinagh. forBecause the Offaly game, BBQ will take place this Satdied. dressing But they tellManch Steve and Australian swimTissues: there’s al- and we are going from the free and very low maintenance. Cadogan 3$% $ 3! '*+3 3%(( ! ,.+ (!) 0$%/ 5! . government ICMSA’s analysis, con- because an American lady tating matters it was out of his me.Delays on the R586 from Ballineen to Dunmanway. urday June 30th in BallydeCunningham says the se- south nw way. island, departments.’ hopefully. It will mer Penny Palfreyshould have both ways a toilet paper shortage. but and 25% NOW OFF LATEST RANGES OF TILES Festivals ! 0+ 0$! mean %!0 "!! florals, !. (' 1,

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Go Fishing on Lough Bofinne

Lough Bofinne is a stocked lake 3 miles out of Bantry which offers wonderful fishing spots for anglers as the majority of the lake is fringed by roadside and easily accessible. There is a floating pontoon and boats available to hire. The lake has a high stock density of adult rainbow trout and is regularly stocked to give great angling returns. www.cfb.ie

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Knocknaveigh Lookout

This lookout point above Seskin, offers the most panoramic view of Bantry town as it nestles below in the rolling hills. There is a picnic facility and a large parking area. There is a way-marked walk which you can explore up to the top of Knocknaveigh hill. Remember your camera for this outing or if you have more time, take a canvas and an easel and try and capture the view in a painting.

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Captain Francis O’Neill

Captain Francis O’Neill, a native of Tralibane, Bantry, is the man who was responsible for writing down old traditional Irish tunes which had been passed down from generation to generation. By recording them he was able to save a lot of tunes which would have otherwise been lost or forgotten over time. A dedicated committee of volunteers have worked tirelessly to erect a memorial to Chief O’Neill. It is well worth visiting the life size bronze sculpture of Francis playing a flute and to read the plaques on the commemorative wall. Chief O’Neill Traditional Music Festival 14-16 November. www.francisoneill.ie

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Bantry Cinemax

The Bantry Cinemax is a 3 Screen cinema that shows all the latest releases - including certain films in 3D. It makes a wonderful venue for family-time out on a rainy day. The Cinemax also has a marvellous line up of Arthouse films which are shown each Tuesday night at 8.30pm. www.cinemaxbantry.com

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Bantry Market

The Bantry Market is held on the square in Bantry on Fridays. Originally, the fair was held on the first Friday of every month with people bringing livestock, produce and bric a brac to sell. The market has grown in size and now incorporates a farmers market which has an assortment of organic produce, olives, eggs, cheese, fish, meats and local crafts.

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Horseriding – Take a Ride on the Wild Side

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Kilnaruane Pillar Stone

The Kilnaruane stone is an isolated standing stone in a field overlooking Bantry Bay. It is of great importance as it has a very rare depiction of the kind of boat that St. Brendan is assumed to have used to reach America. The inscriptions and carvings in the stone show four men in a boat, navigating skywards through a sea of crosses.

A wonderful way to explore the terrain of West Cork is by horseback. It gives a better opportunity of noticing the hedgerows and finer details which are often overlooked whilst driving. There are a few horse riding centres of excellence around Bantry and most of them offer the opportunity of a hack or out-ride along a bridle path in addition to traditional riding lessons. www.irishhorsesociety.com

Relax! See the sights on a horse drawn carriage

Why not take a scenic tour with a difference and see parts of the Bantry area from the back of a horse drawn carriage. A great idea for a treat or if you need to clear your head with some West Cork fresh air. www.horsepowerinireland.com or call 087 9389867

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Learn to SUP which is short for Stand Up Paddling, a new water activity taking hold in West Cork. SUP is great for all ages from 8 – 80 and requires no previous experience nor stamina or fitness levels. It is a low impact sport and hobby that everyone can enjoy. SUP operates from the Abbey in Bantry. www.sup.ie

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The Rope Walk

The Rope walk is a loop walk of about 4km. It starts in Bantry town and goes past the pier and out towards the Abbey. It follows the road until it passes the Westlodge Hotel and then it heads back into town to the point in Scart Road known as Custom Gap. Along the way, you will see the sign for the Kilnaruane Pillar Stone.

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The Alpaca Walk on Waterfall Farm

The Alpaca Farm is part of the Drimoleague Heritage Walking Trail and has something for everyone. The Alpacas are captivating and the walk has amazing waterfalls. The farm is free and open all year but if you prefer a full guided farm tour to meet the miniature donkeys and giant-sized rabbits, book by ringing 028-31953 is essential. www.westcorkalpacas.com

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Bantry Water Wheel

The Library is now situated where the Bantry Woollen Mills used to operate from. The waterwheel has been restored and now works in it’s original position overlooking Bridge Street. It is particularly impressive to visit after a heavy rainfall.

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Garryvurcha Church and Graveyard

Garryvurcha was built in 1720 after a British Act of Parliament and is one of the oldest buildings in town. A number of the Earls of Bantry are buried here and it attracts considerable interest from visitors. The premises has recently undergone restoration due to the dedication of a team of volunteers and community employment scheme workers.

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Learn to Sail

The Bantry Bay Sailing Club offers ISA approved courses in Dinghy sailing and has courses for both beginners and improvers. The club operates off the Abbey slipway as it is a sheltered and safe spot. The club offers competitive prices and provides dinghies for the duration of the course. www.bantrybaysailingclub.org

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To book driving lessons, motorbike training, or days out, contact:

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The Goats path drive is the ‘scenic’ route which connects Kilcrohane to Bantry via Ghearies. The drive offers a sweeping vista of Bantry Bay. At the summit, Seefin mountain, there is a statue of The Pieta and a parking layby. Also, look out for Finn McCools seat, a lovely stone slab that has the inscription ‘Water and Ground in their Extremity’

Set on the shores of Dunmanus Bay, the Tin Pub not only has splendid views, a beer garden set in a mature garden and a path leading down to a small secret beach, but is in itself quite a phenomenon. How often can you say you have had a pint in a Tin Pub?

Sheep’s Head Lighthouse and Walks

The Sheep’s Head way is a fully marked 120km route which encompasses numerous loop walks of varying lengths and is ideal for self guided walks and photo opportunities. At the end of the peninsula, Toreen, there is a coffee shop and toilet facilities. From here, the lighthouse is an easy and accessible hike and on a good day, you may be thrilled to see a passing whale or pod of dolphins. www.livingthesheepsheadway.com

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The Sheeps Head Producers Market and Shop

Situated in the Old Creamery in Kilcrohane, this is a delightful initiative that shows how a community can get together and provide a vital economic link to the area. The ethos is wonderfully green and sustainable as all the artisan produce is locally sourced and created. It is a lovely outlet for small scale produces and a focal meeting point in the community.

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Visit a Working Forge in Durrus

Cronin’s Forge had its humble beginnings in a garage in 1980 and has since expanded through sheer craftsmanship, flair and dedication to be the nationally recognised forge that it has become. Today, the unique quality of the ironwork produced at Cronin’s is sought out by landscape architects and interior designers across Ireland. There is a retail outlet onsite which is open to the public 6 days a week.

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The chapel at Gougane Barra is the most picturesque chapel in all of Ireland. It is situated on an island in the romantic mountain lake where Saint Finbarr established his hermitage. The source of the River Lee is found in the slopes above the lake. The adjacent Forest park also has numerous paths and trails to explore and is a walkers paradise with something to suit every ability. www.gouganebarra.com

Glengarriff Nature Reserve and Woods

These woods are one of the finest examples of sessile oak woods in Ireland. There are several walks within the reserve and all are clearly marked out along wellmaintained paths. The Riverside walk is a gentle loop walk of about 1km. The Big Meadow Walk (3.5km) and the walk up to Lady Bantry’s Lookout are two other very popular walks in the woods.

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Kayak from Snave to Whiddy Island

Learn to kayak under expert guidance for beginners. Lessons are held in the sheltered waters near Snave pier in small groups. More experienced kayakers can take an expedition to Whiddy island. Contact Ciaran Seawright on 027-66134 or email for details ciaranseawright@gmail.com

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Ewe Gallery and Gardens

The Ewe gallery is Ireland’s only fully interactive outdoor art gallery. Nestled within a 280 acre nature reserve, the Ewe is full of sculptures and surprises in i the woodlands as you stumble upon delights made from textiles, mosaics, ceramics, steel, copper, concrete, f wood, glass and mixed media. It is a truly memorable w place to visit and the kind of place were you discover p that t ‘the more you look, the more you see’.

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This is a beautiful, public picnic area in the heart of Glengarriff village. It is also the port for two ferries and has a delightful, short walk through the woods to the children’s playground.

Future Forests

Future Forests is an award winning and innovative garden centre. The shop is built out of wood and children love threading their way through the paths that wind around fruit trees and over little streams. Future Forests stocks a huge selection of plants from bare rooted trees and shrubs to roses and perennial flowers. You can choose your plant and have it posted directly to your home.

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Kealkil Stone Circle

The Kealkil Stone is a megalithic site comprising a Stone Circle, Standing Stones and Cairn. The Stone Circle consists of five axis stones and the standing stone, over 4 metres high, is thought to be the highest standing stone in Ireland. The hike up to the stone is rather strenuous and can be wet in places but the views of Bantry Bay and Mullaghmesha Mountain, are well worth the effort.

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Holy Well at Kealkil

There are over 3000 Holy Wells in Ireland but one to visit has to be the Kealkil Holy Well. Immaculately maintained and painted with white and blue trim, it has an aura of holiness and stillness around it. Amongst all the statuettes of Mother Mary, look out for the little statue of a nun who stands out endearingly in her black habit and cloak.

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Illnacullen Gardens, Garinish Island, Glengarriff

Located in the sheltered waters of Glengarriff harbour, Garinish Island is home to one of the most luscious gardens in Ireland. There is so much to see on the island from the Martello tower, to alluring walled gardens, Japanese gardens, the Casita, hidden beaches and the 100 steps that leaves you with a sense of enchantment. There are ferries which operate from Glengarriff and on the way, you will pass the seal colony which iss a lovely sight.

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Bantry House is the ancestral home of the Earls of Bantry and is still owned and run by direct descendants of the Earls. The house and gardens command stunning views over the bay and the gardens which include lawn tennis courts, mazes and the famous climb of 103 steps, are stunning to explore. Tours of the house are given and there is a cafĂŠ on site.

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The Allihies Copper Mine Museum is located in the old Methodist church which served the Cornish miners. The Musem tells of the miners’ lives and of the appalling conditions they worked in including those of the women and children. The museum also has an art gallery, gift shop and cafÊ which has a full lunch menu and wine list.

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Puxleys Mansion and the famous novel -Daphne du Maurier

This moody, gothic style mansion was once the home of the prosperous Puxley family who made their fortune from copper mining in Allihies. The house was burned down by the IRA in 1921. Right beside the Puxley mansion is Dunboy Castle, which was besieged and destroyed by English forces in 1602. A famous novel, ‘Hungry Hill’ written by Daphne du Maurier is based on the Puxley family and was written whilst she was a guest at Puxley manor. Also Hungry Hill is a delightful and refreshing hike with fantastic views of the sea and rugged landscape.

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At the West Cork Sailing centre, not only can you learn to sail like an expert, but you can hire a skippered sailing yacht and take a trip to Bere Island. Kayaking is also on offer and as Adrigole has such a sheltered bay, it makes an ideal venue for beginners, who will also be delighted in the inquisitive seals who like to swim alongside the kayaks. www.westcorksailing.com

Dursey Cable Car

At the very tip of the Beara peninsula, you will find Ireland’s one and only cable car. The cable car links the mainland to Dursey Island and offers a thrilling crossing. There is a font of holy water in the car and cattle and sheep are regular customers. The ride takes about 10 minutes as it dangles you 250m across the Dursey sound, a notoriously treacherous channel of water.www.durseyisland.ie

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Castletownbere – Colourful fishing port

Castletownbere is Ireland’s leading whitefish port and boasts one of the finest natural harbours on the coast. It is a lovely town to visit and many of the Beara Way walking trails originate in the area. Be sure to visit the famous McCarthy’s Bar on the square which is featured on the cover of Pete McCarthy’s book. Dating back to the 1870s, little as possible has changed since.

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Allihies Copper Mines and Museum

The town of Allihies is the most Westerly parish of Co. Cork and has a ‘ new view around every corner’. The Allihies Copper Mine Museum tells of the miners’ lives and of the conditions they worked in including those of the women and children. The museum also has an art gallery, gift shop and cafe which has a full lunch menu and wine list.

Adrigole and the Healy Pass

Adrigole is the gateway to the Beara Peninsula and it is from here that the Healy Pass can be accessed. The Healy Pass is one of the most panoramic mountain passes in Ireland and rises to an elevation of 334m as it cuts its way up to the two highest points in the Caha range, where it passes through, into Kerry. It is named after Tim Healy, the first governorgeneral of the Irish Free State and who was born in Bantry.

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PADI Diving in the Beara

Go diving in Beara – for advanced divers, there are reefs, wrecks, pinnacles and drifts to explore. There is a 3 hour beginner programme which runs each day giving people the chance to discover the wonders of Scuba diving for the first time. www.bearadiving.com

Allihies Copper Mine Museum, Café & Gallery Allihies, Beara, Co. Cork

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Dining in Sugarloaf Restaurant

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Food and Drink in the Carbery Bar (Bar Menu) Live Music and Dancing in Hannie Murphys Bar WEST CORK FLAVOURED BAR MENU

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Hike up Mount Gabriel

– at 407 metres this is the highest summit in the area. The top of the hill is used by the Irish Aviation Authority to house the transatlantic radar. The views from the top are spectacular looking out over Roaringwater Bay, the Beara peninsula and even towards the South Kerry. On a clear day you can also see the Fastnet Lighthouse,(oh by the way, for the less actively inclined there is also a public road to the summit that .) you can drive up...)

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Located 5 miles from Goleen, the Mizen Head Signal Station was built to save lives off the treacherous rocks at Ireland’s most south-westerly point. An award winning Maritime Museum and Heritage Attraction, this authentic all-weather experience is a must-see with its spectacular location on high cliffs overlooking swirling Atlantic Ocean tides. From the car park and visitor centre, the Signal Station is a ten m minute walk along the path, down the 99 steps and across the Arched BBridge The Fastnet Rock Lighthouse, Ireland’s Teardrop, is visible from here (on a clear day) and was the last landfall seen by many emigrants to A America and one of Marconi’s first telegraph stations. There is also a café here so you’re able to feed the kids. A good day out for all packed with amazing views, iinteractive exhibits and the history of cross atlantic telecommunications.

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Mealagh Woods, or known locally as Quentin’s Woods

Situated at the top of the beautiful Mealagh Valley, this route takes you on a 3km meander through deciduous woodlands and along the banks of the Mealagh River. The ancient Barnagowlane West Wedge Tomb is in the area and is worth visiting as it dates back to the Neolithic age making it about 4000 years old. www.everytrail.com

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The Caha Mountain Pass To Molly Gallivan’s, Bonane

The tunnels that pass through the Caha mountain range and into Kerry, are a sight that alone make the drive worthwhile. As you wind down the mountain on the other side, you will come to Molly Gallivan’s Cottage and Traditional Farm which is a treat to visit. Be sure to get a photo of the enormous wood carved Druid as he stands gazing out over the valley.

Barleycove Beach and Dunes

Barleycove is the beach mecca of West Cork. It is a beach of such outstanding beauty that it has be b been e designated as a Special Area of ConserSp p va vation a by the European Union. The Dunes are U ssaid to have been dep posited there by a Tsunnami that occurred in Portugal in November 1755 and are now home to a variety of animals, plants and insects.

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The Priests Leap gets its name from a legend where a priest was being pursued by soldiers and managed to escape by getting his horse to jump off a cliff. The horse sailed safely through the air and landed in Newtown, Bantry. The place where its hooves struck the ground has a commemorative plaque telling the tale. Knockboy, the summit, is the highest peak in Co. Cork.

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Ahanafunsion Bridge and Moyney Bridge Walks

Part of the Drimoleague Heritage Trails, these walks can be done individually or combined to make a longer walk. The Ahanafunsion Walk takes in the convergence of rivers and has stepping stones which provide entertainment for young walkers. There is a bird hide just off the trail. The Moyney is a beautiful riverside woodland walk. www.drimoleaguewalkway.com

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Castledonovan

Castledonovan is a medium sized tower house that was the seat of the Clann Cathail of the O’Donovans during the 16th century. In the 1640s it was damaged by Oliver Cromwell’s forces who destroyed part of the structure with an explosion. Structural damage left the castle standing idle for years, but its refurbishment has recently been completed and for the first time ever, guided tours and entry will be available this summer.

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Take a drive, marvel at our scenery

Bantry makes an ideal base from which to tour both the Beara and Sheep’s Head peninsulas. Set aside at least a day for each, with the longer route being the Beara circuit: Follow the N71 to Glengarriff and Kenmare, then left along the northern coastline, either taking the longer route to Castletownbere, returning along the southern side, or cutting across through the Healy Pass to Adrigole and back via Glengarriff to Bantry. A similar anti-clockwise circuit of the Sheep’s Head Peninsula can be done via the Goat’s Path, around to Kilcrohane, Ahakista, Durrus and back to Bantry.

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The twelve-arch bridge is a magnificent railway bridge that back in 1886 was celebrated as being a major feat of engineering. It spans the Ballydehob Estuary and makes a lovely walk with beautiful views. It is interesting to note that the last train crossed over the bridge on the 27th January 1947 before the railway was permanently closed.

Drimoleague Heritage Walkways

Drimoleague is the “Walkers’ Junction of West Cork”. It’s nine miles of walkways converge with the Eastern Sheep’s Head Way, and lead on to the Top of the Rock where St Finbarr’s Pilgrim Way then takes you all the way to Gougane Barra. The Top of the Rock Pod Páirc and Walking Centre is a delightful farm accommodation centre with seven camping pods set in a working farm and suitable for families, couples and walking groups. Campervans are also welcomed. www.topoftherock.ie.

Irelands only Planetarium is situated right in West Cork and is a unique, educational resource. It is situated on the grounds of Schull Community College and was officially opened in 1989. Star Shows are projected across the 8m dome of the planetarium and as they can be up to 50 minutes in duration, children under 7 are generally discouraged as it cannot hold their attention for that amount of time. www.schullcommunitycollege.com/planetarium

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INDEX Model Railway Village Clonakilty....................................4 Skibbereen Heritage Centre............................................

Mizen Head Signal Station ...............................................1 Allihies Copper Mine Museum ........................................ Whiddy Island Ferry .......................................................... The Brick Oven ................................................................... Bantry Bay Golf Club ......................................................... Bantry Driving Academy .................................................. Horse Power in Ireland...................................................... Top Of The Rock ................................................................. Burkes of Bantry ................................................................ B Men .................................................................................. Hegarty’s Mace Supermarket ......................................... The Children’s Shop ..........................................................

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Mannings Emporium ........................................................ Floury Hands ......................................................................( The Cookware Company .................................................. Andrews Centra ..................................................................

Teddy O’Brien TV & Electrical ......................................... The Quays Bar .................................................................... The Waterfront Bar............................................................ Julie’s Diner......................................................................... Coen’s Pharmacy .............................................................. Bantry Pet & Equine ..........................................................

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Bantry Bookshop ...............................................................

The Outlet ........................................................................... Stowaway Crafts & Toys ................................................... The Bake House ................................................................. New Street Jewelllery & Gifts .......................................... De Barra’s ...........................................................................2 Willie Pa’s & O’Connor’s ..............................................3 Bantry Yarns (Knitting Shop) ..........................................., Jessie’s Hair & Beauty ...................................................... Organico Health Food Shop & CafÊ ................................ Tractors Family Restaurant .............................................. The Card Shop .................................................................... O’Keee’s Supervalu ....................................................... West Cork Hotel................................................................. The TreeHouse Skibbereen Indoor Play & CafÊ ........... Bantry Tourism .................................................................. Westlodge Hotel ................................................................ The Maritime Hotel ............................................................/ The Castle, Castletownshend.......................................... The Secret Wardrobe and River Lodge ......................... Spar ...................................................................................... Harrington’s Bar/The Maple Leaf .................................. The Green Door .................................................................. Glengarri Pharmacy ....................................................... Blue Pool Ferry (Garnish Island) ..................................... Glengarri Petrol Station ................................................. Joe’s Internet CafÊ ............................................................ Carbery Sailing ................................................................... Durrus Farmhouse Cheese.............................................. Arundels By The Pier......................................................... Eileen’s Bar ........................................................................ The Sheeps Head Inn Bar & Restaurant ........................ The Longboat Bar ..............................................................

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Welcome to Beautiful Bantry The Bantry Development & Tourism Association would like to welcome you to our lovely town. Bantry, in the heart of West Cork, is a region of lush vegetation, palm trees and semi-tropical flowers. The landscape is mountainous with parallel ridges running through the various peninsulas to the sea – mainly in the north-east/south hyphen west direction. The rest of the terrain is occupied by valleys, hidden glens, hills, fast running rivers, woods and forests.The Bantry region is divided into three main areas corresponding with the peninsulas; i.e. The Beara Peninsula, The Sheep’s Head and the Mizen Peninsula. Bantry is the ideal base to enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the coastal routes around each of the peninsulas. Bantry and West Cork is considered the most friendly, helpful, generous and possessing the gift of unlimited conversation with a great sense of humour. Bantry has a wide range of festivals throughout the year and all these events can be seen on our website www.visitbantry.ie or visit us in the Bantry Community Tourist Office which is staffed by volunteers from the area with the support of Cork County Council & Fáilte Ireland. Enjoy the many attractions and amenities here in Bantry in this excellent local publication by the Southern Star. We hope you enjoy your stay with us here in Bantry and look forward to welcoming you back.

June West Cork Chamber Music Festival 27th June - 5th July July West Cork Literary Festival 6th - 12th Bantry Bay Pirate Festival & Whiddy Island Food Festival 19th - 20th August BBQ & Country Music Festival 1st - 4th Bantry Hospice Project Family Walk 4th Miss Bantry Beauty Pageant 29th -30th Windsurfing Weekend 30th & 31st

September Bantry Agricultural Show 7th September October Westlodge Hotel Fastnet Rally 24th - 27th November Chief O’Neill Traditional Music Festival 14th - 16th December New Year Family Gathering 31st December & 1st Jan. www.visitbantry.ie e. bantryevents@gmail.com

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