**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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
The Beacon, Baltimore
On a clear day, a walk to the Beacon of Baltimore is a great leg-stretcher which will reward you with exquisite views over Baltimore Harbour and out to Sherkin Island and beyond. Park near the strand and extend your walk You can park just out of the village near the brown sign for the Beacon …
Saint Gobnait of Ballyvourney
Saint Gobnait of Ballyvourney Saint Gobnait is one of Ireland’s early saints who can be dated back to the 6th century. Her memory, as a healer and helper of the innocent, has been kept alive and many devout believers still visit her shrine to this day. Gobnait's shrine is near the site where she first …
