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Beautiful Past
Cork’s
Located just 8km from Goleen, Mizen Head
is a spellbinding place. As Ireland’s most
south-westerly point, it is home to a signal
station that was built to save lives off the
rocky shoreline. It was completed in 1910 and
later became the home of Ireland’s very first
radio beacon in 1931. Here, inside the
Keeper’s House, you’ll find a dynamic visitor
centre that contains a café and gift shop. It
also has displays of the geology in the region,
information on Sgr. Guglielmo Marconi,
stories of life as a lighthouse keeper and the
chance to see a navigation aids simulator.
MIZEN HEAD
You would be missing a real treat if you
didn’t take time to visit the magical site of
Dunlough Castle while in West Cork. Often
referred to as the Three Castle Head, the
ruin sits sandwiched between the Atlantic
Ocean and an apparent man-made lake.
Home to the O’Mahoney clan, the only route
of access is from the south, across private
farm land. A comfortable 20 minute walk
over a series of small hills eventually opens
up to the spectacular view of the three
castles and lough.
Dunlough Castle
This star-shaped military fortress was
constructed between 1677 and 1682, during
the reign of King Charles II, to protect the
town and harbour of Kinsale in County Cork.
William Robinson, architect of the Royal
Hospital in Kilmainham Dublin and
Superintendent of Fortifications, is credited
with designing the fort. As one of the largest
military forts in the country, Charles Fort
has been associated with some of the most
momentous events in Irish history.
Charles Fort
Often forgotten due to the popularity of
Charles Fort, which is located across the
water, James Fort has a commanding
position guarding the small harbour of
Kinsale. This fort was built in 1607 and was
captured in 1690 by Williamite forces. The
fort remains a most interesting example of
17th century military architecture and offers
wonderful views of the town, river, harbour
and Charles Fort.
James Fort
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4 Star Hotel - 109 Rooms
Clayton Hotel Silver Springs
Clayton Hotel Silver Springs combines
contemporary design with traditional
elegance. 109 deluxe bedrooms including
recently refurbished superior, executive
bedrooms and 5 luxury suites. All rooms are
flooded with natural light and have fantastic
views of the city and River Lee.
Complimentary parking, WiFi, access to
onsite leisure centre.
B&B from:€99.00 - €300.00
Tivoli
Co. Cork, T23 E244
Closed: December 25 - December 27
+353-(0)21-450 7533
Joe Kennedy
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3 Star Hotel - 40 Rooms
Commons Inn
Close to Cork City, this family-run hotel
contains the popular Commons Bar, Baileys
Restaurant and the Roebuck Room function
centre. All rooms contain two queen sized
beds and are priced per room. Enjoy carvery
lunch in the bar or dinner on one of Cork's
best restaurants. Whether you're in Cork on
business or pleasure weare at yor service.
B&B from:€69.00 - €129.00
The Commons Road, Cork
Co. Cork, T23 PY53
Closed: December 25 - December 25
+353-(0)21-421 0300
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