A visit to Bunratty Castle is a close-up tour of one of the most impressive castles in Ireland. Nestled on County Clare, the 15th century castle is complete and restored as it can be and a designated space with a Folk Park on its vast estate. The present castle is said to be built around…
2022 St Patrick’s Day Parade on Cobh
Two years since the last St Patrick’s Day parade, Cobh and the rest of Ireland are celebrating the feast day and the patron saint of the island with a bang. Locals and visitors throng through our town, mingle and observe the annual event. Here are some snaps i took on this very special day on…
Ardmore Ireland: A Trip to the Beach and Christian Past
The lovely town of Ardmore in County Waterford, Ireland is a small seaside location that boast of beauty and history. A visit to this county Cork neighbour can be both a beach holiday (weather-permitting) and a walk on Ireland’s ancient past. From Cobh, you would drive for about fifty minutes and pass the medieval town…
What To Do in Cobh When It Rains?
There’s no question Cobh is beautiful and picturesque outside. The hilly landscape is an ideal place to view the town, the low lying neighbourhood and the majestic Cork Harbour. When you are out at the Town Centre or at Deck of Cards West Hill Park, you also have the impressive towering backdrop of St Colman’s…
A Trip to the Coastal and Medieval Town of Youghal
Located on the easterly end of Cork, Youghal is one of the beautiful towns that form the majestic Ireland Ancient East. Tourist and visitors usually go here for the coast and also to explore the cultural heritage of its port and medieval past. Anyone travelling from Cobh would appreciate how these two towns are different…
Christmas Vibe on Cobh Town Centre
Christmas vibes has arrived in the streets of Cobh! This lovely seatown in the south end of Ireland is sure to charm its way into your heart this winter. The Cobh Town Centre at night is a dazzling display of christmas lights and decors and it is highlighted by the tall and litted christmas tree…
The 2021 Tidiest Large Town in Ireland
The title may seem catchy but Cobh is indeed the Cleanest Large Town in Ireland in the recent 2021 National Tidy Town Awards. 847 small and big town entries from across Ireland fielded their interests this year for the coveted awards. The whole process from selection to the presentation of this year’s awards was a…
Belvelly Castle: The Guardian of the Bridge to Cobh
A dreamy castle at the edge of Cork Harbour waterway, Belvelly castle is a towering welcoming structure to those entering the Great Island of Cobh. Driving or walking from Fota island, there is a stone road bridge aptly named Belvelly bridge that connects the two islands. There is a lot to be said about the…
Fota Wildlife Park: Family and Animals on their Happy Place
One of Cork’s best attractions and Ireland’s top places to visit, Fota Wildlife Park is a must-visit for a day of family fun and activity. Located just outside the Great Island of Cobh, Fota Wildlife Park and Fota House and Gardens is at the foot of the stone road bridge and a close neighbour of…
Cobh on a Foggy Morning
Photo Series #1 Dreamy or not, autumn mornings in Cobh is an experience for the senses. It’s a time when the heavy tourist traffic is almost wound down and although you can still see some out-of-towners here and there, it’s a regenerative time for the town and the locals. Some of the famous Cobh attractions…