The Farranamanagh Loop Walk is a moderate loop on the Sheep’s Head Way so it will suit older kiddies and teenagers, although I have seen plenty of younger kids on the trail or in hiking backpacks on parents’ backs or simply enjoying the shoreline and lake section of the walk. An interesting stone ladder to …
Mealagh Valley Woods Loop
The Mealagh Woods Loop is another beautiful amenity right on our doorstep and a wonderful 3.2km looped trail on which to stretch the legs. The Mealagh Woods Loop is a great place to get back to nature and get a dose of fresh country air. The trail crosses the Mealagh River and also has the …
Dunboy Woods, The Bullig Loop
The Bullig Bay Loop in the Dunboy Woods just outside of Castletownbere is a lovely walk to do with kids. The full loop is almost 5km, but we have enjoyed doing this as a ‘there and back’ along the same trail to keep close to the water and to enjoy the water views both ways. …
Sheep’s Head Way
The Sheep’s Head Way is a wonderful walking route that is over 170km long and has a further 300km in loop and spur/linear walks and is a spectacular showcase of what West Cork has to offer. Taking a rest on the Lighthouse Loop Walk on the Sheep's Head Way. The Sheep’s Head Way mainly comprises …
Gougane Barra Forest Park
Just beyond Gougane Barra St Finbarr’s Oratory, there is a little road that leads to the Gougane Barra Forest Park. Crossing a wooden bridge along the Sli na Laoi trail that follows the infant River Lee on its journey towards the Gougane Barra lake. The Gougane Barra Forest Park will suit all capabilities in that, …
Gougane Barra St Finbarr’s Oratory
Gougane Barra is such a picturesque place that it should be visited in all seasons to appreciate it in all its grandeur. There is something magnificent about the lake on a summer’s day when the water sparkles framed by the wall of mountains and equally there is something so alluring about visiting Gougane Barra when …
Carriganass Castle, Kealkill
Carriganass Castle is located on the northern bank of the Ouvane River just outside the village of Kealkill. Carriganass Castle makes for a photogenic stop and is a great place to soak up some local history. The word Carriganass in Irish means the ‘Rock of the Waterfall’ and judging by the position of the castle …
Kealkill Parklands
The Kealkill Parklands near Carriganass Castle, just out of Kealkill on the R584, is an enclosed area where families can stretch their legs and enjoy a picnic. The parkland includes an open air gym, a 1.1km loop walk and a trail of fairy houses. One of the natural benches along the fairy trail route in …
National Tree Week 2024
In celebration of National Tree Week 2024, Cork County Council is offering a number of native trees to schools, community groups and organisations. National Tree Week is an initiative of the Tree Council of Ireland and will take place this year from March 3rd to 10th. The trees this year will be available on first-come first-served …
10 Things to do in West Cork on a Rainy Day
If you find yourself at a loose end in West Cork on a rainy day, here are ten tried and trusted suggestions to keep cabin fever at bay while you wait for the sunshine to re-appear. 1. The Toy Soldier Factory Visitor Centre, Macroom. The Toy Soldier Factory Visitor Centre, Macroom The Toy Soldier Factory …
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