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Posted on March 10, 2020March 10, 2020

Spirit of Love, Bantry

This statue has to be my favourite throughout all of West Cork.  It is called 'Spirit of Love' and was  installed in 2006.  It is situated at the foot of the graveyard, the Abbey, overlooking the scenic inner harbour, as you come into Bantry town on the N71, Cork side.  Spirit of Love, Bantry Spirit …

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Posted on March 5, 2020

Clifftop Walk from Owenahincha to Warren Strand

Today was such an incredibly beautiful autumn day with clear skies and warm sunshine, that it just begged to be spent outdoors. We thought we were going to do a woodland walk and take in some of the beautiful autumn colours but instead found ourselves on a beach. The entire clifftop walk is safely fenced …

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Posted on February 29, 2020March 7, 2020

Liss Ard Estate and Gardens, Skibbereen

**UPDATE** This article was written a few years ago when we first discovered Liss Ard. There are now some important guidelines for visiting the gardens and to see which days the gardens are open to non-residents, please visit their facebook page here. Years ago, the children and I stumbled upon the Liss Ard Gardens, just …

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Posted on February 29, 2020February 29, 2020

Dromillihy Wood, Connagh

The Dromillihy Woods, near Connagh on the N71 are a great walk with small children.  It is a lovely place to toddle – removed from the main road and with just enough uphill and downhill to make it interesting. Dromillihy Wood - entrance to the trail Kids love exploring  woodlands and if you are travelling …

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Posted on February 29, 2020March 7, 2020

Coorycommane Walk, Coomhola, Bantry

The Coorycommane Walk is a fabulous asset to Bantry and surrounds.  It is a  credit to the people involved in making it happen and for providing such a wonderful amenity. It is a way marked trail of 4.8km and is part of the Beara Walking Route.  We walked it this Easter with friends and the …

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Posted on February 28, 2020

Drombeg Stone Circle, Glandore

The Drombeg Stone Circle which is also known as ‘The Druid’s Altar’ is a recumbent stone circle consisting of 17 (of which only 13 remain) closely spaced stones situated near the village of Glandore. The circle is located on the edge of a rocky outcrop and has good views over the sea. Of all the …

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Posted on February 28, 2020

Glengarriff Woods – Esknamucky Trail

The Glengarriff Nature Reserve is home to over 300 hectares of oak woodland and is a wonderful place to visit at any time of year.  Each season shows a different aspect of the woods and it is equally as beautiful to visit in the first flush of spring as it is during the colourful palette …

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Posted on February 28, 2020March 7, 2020

The Ewe Experience, Glengarriff

The Ewe Experience, which is Ireland’s only interactive and interpretive sculpture garden,  is a must-visit for both adults and kids alike. Beautiful Sculptures at the Ewe Experience Aside from begin the most interactive and stimulating art gallery in Ireland, The Ewe Experience also boasts the best location as it is situated outdoors in a woodland …

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Posted on February 28, 2020March 7, 2020

Bantry House and Gardens, Bantry

Bantry House is a warm and friendly family home owned and run by the Shelswell-White family.  It was built in 1700, and overlooks the waters of Bantry Bay and to the Caha Mountain range beyond. From the house, Bantry Bay looks like a private lake which in summer is dotted with sailboats. Bantry House The …

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Posted on February 28, 2020March 7, 2020

Bamboo Park, Glengarriff

The Bamboo Park in Glengarriff is a charming place to visit.  Families love it for two main reasons, it is safe and it has a policy of FREE entry to all children.  This makes it an affordable and popular destination especially for anyone travelling with lots of children.   It is also easy to find and …

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