The West Cork Islands’ OPEN WEEKEND!
The West Cork Islands are inviting people to explore the islands by becoming an islander for a weekend. The dates are confirmed for the 23rd and 24th June and there are plenty of activities planned for children and families. West Cork has eight main islands which are Bere Island, Cape Clear Island, Dursey Island, Garinish Island (no accommodation), Whiddy Island, Heir Island, Long Island and Sherkin Island.
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| The West Cork Islands’ Open Weekend: 23rd and 24th June 2012. |
Kids events include: Shoreline walk; a photography competition; boat trips; poc fada, cic fada, welly throwing; swimming; treasure hunt; willow workshop; sand castle competition and much more.
Adult events include: guided walks; information talks; guided cycles; music sessions; ceili night; choral music; exhibitions; bird watching course; angling trips; speed boating; cruises; lobster boating; willow workshop; gallery tour and much more.
Special deals are available on all the Islands for accommodation (except Garinish) and you will get islander rates on ferries and the cable car! For more information click here or visit the website on www.westcorkislands.com
Oh how I'd love to get back home to Cork for this. Is this an annual event? Thanks for sharing the info. Liam
Hi Liam, To the best of my knowledge last year was the first island festival that was held. This year, it is all much more advertised and I hope it will be well supported and that it will grow from strength to strength and become an annual fixture!
Well it sounds like it's well planned, so hopefully it grows in popularity from this year forward. Thanks
Liam