Beal na mBlath is one of the most famous locations in Irish history. It was here in August 1922 that Michael Collins, one of the most charismatic leaders in the history of Ireland and Commander…..
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Michael Collins was born in a rough stone cottage at Sam’s Cross between Clonakilty and Rosscarbery in 1890. He spent his early years on his father’s ninety-acre farm where he grew into a virile, handsome…..
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Michael attended national school at Lisavaird, where the schoolmaster, Denis Lyons, was to have a large influence on Michael’s life. Denis Lyons, was an active member of the Irish Republican Brotherhood, a secret organisation dedicated…..
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The Mizen Peninsula, at Ireland’s most south-westerly point, is known worldwide for the beauty of its rugged landscape and ancient heritage. A tour of the Mizen Ring gives you the chance to immerse yourself in…..
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Walking into the model village you step back in time and see life as it was in the 1940′s. Depicting busy market days, this is a joyful discovery for young and old alike. The old…..
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The Old Head of Kinsale is renowned for its amazing scenery and dramatic cliffs. A lot of history is attached to this beautiful piece of land, not least the fact that it is the nearest…..
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Rathbarry is situated on the scenic coastline between Clonakilty and Rosscarbery. It was once the noble and beautiful residence of Lord Carbery whose descendants renounced the peerage in 1926. The story of Rathbarry is rich…..
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Schull is a small but very attractive and lively town nestling between the foothills of Mount Gabriel and Schull Harbour. It is one of the most popular resorts of West Cork, especially to visiting yachtsmen……
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When the Irish Famine took its toll in the mid 1800’s, the town of Skibbereen was one of the worst affected in all of Ireland, a fact testified by the mass graves at Abbeystrewry, where…..
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Timoleague is a picturesque village situated on the Kinsale to Clonakilty coast road. Perched at the edge of a long sea inlet this friendly tourist village is dominated by the ruins of a 13th century…..
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