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Cuskinny Christmas Swim

The Annual Christmas Swim at Cuskinny Cobh

Posted on December 29, 2022December 29, 2022 by Jay

Christmas Swim in Cork Ireland is not what you would expect to do on a Christmas morning, but for the brave swimmers in Cuskinny Cobh, a cold swim is as exciting as opening presents from Santa. On this dry December 25th late morning, patches of clouds are hovering and the horizon is shining moodily as…

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Cork North Pole Outpost

A Fab Christmas Time at Cork North Pole Experience

Posted on December 19, 2022December 19, 2022 by Jay

Christmas at Cork Ireland is never the same after a visit to Cork North Pole Experience. Family with kids are in for a wonderful treat as they experience a wholesome theatrical Christmas experience. Each year brings a different theme and characters for the enjoyment of both adults and children, so feel free to check the…

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Cobh Tidy Towns

Why Cobh Ireland is a Pollinator Town?

Posted on November 4, 2022November 4, 2022 by Jay

The recently-concluded Tidy Towns Awards presented Cobh Ireland as “All Ireland Pollinator Regional Award”. It comes as no surprise to me and the Cobh locals and probably to the thousand visitors who graced our town because there are just so many flowering plants around. The plants are carefully picked so that there are flowers all…

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cobh deck of cards colorful houses

Cobh Deck of Cards and San Francisco Painted Ladies: A Tale of Two Houses

Posted on October 21, 2022October 21, 2022 by Jay

What do the Deck of Cards in Cobh, Ireland and the Painted Ladies, sometimes called Seven Sisters, of San Francisco, California have in common? Many would say the obvious which is the distinctive different colours on the houses, and understandibly so. Visitors from Europe and Ireland would like to see the charming houses on West…

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Cobh view from Spike Island

Spike Island: Not your Ordinary Prison View

Posted on September 11, 2022September 11, 2022 by Jay

Photo Series #2 If Spike Island is still a prison, i imagine a prisoner artist or photographer would find many wonderful ways to frame the view from the island. Thankfully, the island is now a tourist attraction and every visitor has a chance to marvel at the views around the island, just as i did…

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Spike Island Cobh Ireland

Why Spike Island is a Must-Visit in Cobh Ireland?

Posted on September 3, 2022September 3, 2022 by Jay

Spike Island or as some people say the Alcatraz of Europe is a place full history and intrigue. Located in the Cork Harbour and a neighbour to the Great Island of Cobh, Spike Island has had many transformation throughout the years. To know Spike Island is to understand that it is not just a notorious…

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cruise in cobh ireland

4 Reasons Why You Should See a Cruise Ship in Cobh Ireland

Posted on August 12, 2022August 12, 2022 by Jay

It’s the summer of cruise ships in Cobh Ireland. The first one arrives last April after two years of Covid lockdown and the last one is scheduled to dock on October. The season of cruise ships coincides with sunnier and warmer months but that may not be the case all the time because Ireland weather…

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gardens in cobh

3 Unique Gardens to See in Cobh Ireland

Posted on August 1, 2022August 1, 2022 by Jay

If you love gardens, Cobh, Ireland has something to feast your eyes on and a bench or two to sit and enjoy the surrounding. In general, the lovely town of Cobh is never short of plants and flowers, just look at the pots and planter boxes and fixtures that adorn our charming Town Centre. Almost…

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spike island cobh

Cobh Summer 2022 Biggest Family Raffle Contest

Posted on July 16, 2022July 16, 2022 by Jay

If you don’t already know yet, Cobh Tourism has a new website and to celebrate its launch, it is having a competition and giving away an incredible summer break in Cobh for one lucky family. The lovely town of Cobh, famous for being the last port of call of the Titanic, is a charming seaside…

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Cobh public realm plan

Cobh Public Realm Plan Re-Visited

Posted on July 12, 2022July 13, 2022 by Jay

After the recently concluded RIAI (Royal Institute of Architecture of Ireland) 2022 Public Choice Award, wherein the Cobh Public Realm submission had placed second among the short listed entries, i like to visit the winning design again and write a short post about it. Inspired by a people-centered approach, the plan, which was drawn up…

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  • The Annual Christmas Swim at Cuskinny Cobh
  • A Fab Christmas Time at Cork North Pole Experience
  • Why Cobh Ireland is a Pollinator Town?
  • Cobh Deck of Cards and San Francisco Painted Ladies: A Tale of Two Houses
  • A Trip to the Planter Heaven in Garinish Island
  • A Medieval Walk on Youghal St Mary’s Collegiate Church
  • Spike Island: Not your Ordinary Prison View
  • Why Spike Island is a Must-Visit in Cobh Ireland?
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  • 4 Reasons Why You Should See a Cruise Ship in Cobh Ireland

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