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Caring for Lough Hyne Litter Pick 

Join Skibbereen Tidy Towns and Skibbereen ICA groups as they take the time and effort to keep 

Lough Hyne pristine on their annual Caring for Lough Hyne annual litter pick. Bags and gloves 

provided. 

Venue: North Pier, Lough Hyne 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Skibbereen Heritage Centre 

Email: info@skibbheritage.com 

Telephone: 02840900 

Website: www.skibbheritage.com 

Booking Required: No 

Dates: 20th August 13:30 PM to 15:30 PM 

Heritage Week Junior Soccer Fun Event 

A fun event for Children ages 7 to 12. Please note that Booking is required. 

Venue: Multi Use Games Area 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Ballincollig Soccer Club 

Telephone: 085 8417802 

Website: http://www.ballincolligafc.yourclub.ie/ 

Booking Required: Yes 

Dates: 20th August 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM 

Carraig an Aifrinn Mass Rock Devotions 

For generations many of the faithful gather at the sacred Penal Days Mass rock at Carraig an Aifrinn 

in the townland of Knockananig, Fermoy on the Sunday after the feast of the Assumption. 

Venue: Knockananig, Fermoy 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Seán Ó Murchú 

Email: somurchuf@gmail.com 



Dates: 21st August 16:00 PM to 16:30 PM 

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Whale Watch Ireland 2016 

You are invited to join the IWDG for a free and guided land-based whale watch at a local headland, 

as part of All-Ireland Whale Watch day. 

Venue: Lighthouse 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Irish Whale and Dolphin Group 

Email: padraig.whooley@iwdg.ie 

Telephone: 086 3850568 

Website: www.iwdg.ie 



Heritage Week Junior Basketball Event 

A fun event for Junior Basketball Players. Non members welcome. 

Venue: Multi Use Games Area 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Ballincollig Basketball Club 

Telephone: 087 9824227 

Website: www.ballincolligbasketball.com 



Whale Watch Ireland 2016 

You are invited to join the IWDG for a free and guided land-based whale watch at a local headland, 

as part of All-Ireland Whale Watch day. 

Venue: Dzogchen Beara Retreat Ctr. 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Irish Whale and Dolphin Group 

Email: plyne1@eircom.net 

Telephone: 027 71930 

Website: www.iwdg.ie 



Ecology As A Way of Thinking 

Participants will plant 3 native trees to mark 'the year of mercy' and explore with guest speaker Ted 

Cook, the implications for Christian civilisation of the Papal Directive on Ecological Morality. 

Venue: Nano Nagle Centre 

Cost: Free 

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Organiser: Centre for Spirituality and Ecology 

Email: noreen@nanonaglebirthplace,ie 

Telephone: 087 7425585 / 086 8789891 



"Glanmire & Greater Area in Times Gone By" - A Photographic Display 

Following on from last year's exhibition we are delighted to announce a follow on display of images 

of Glanmire and the surrounding areas including some new images and also some local favourites! 

Venue: Glanmire Library 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Cork County Library 

Email: glanmire.library@corkcoco.ie 



Dates: 20th August 10:00 AM to 17:30 PM , 23rd August 10:00 AM to 17:30 PM , 24th August 10:00 

AM to 17:30 PM , 25th August 10:00 AM to 17:30 PM , 26th August 10:00 AM to 17:30 PM , 27th 

August 10:00 AM to 17:30 PM 

Handcrafted Model Ships 

A stunning exhibition featuring artisan handcrafted historic model ships, featuring: the RMS Titanic; 

the HMHS Britannic; Viking longboat; U-boat; various other seafaring vessels. 

Venue: Cobh Maritime Building 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Cobh Maritime Development Company 

Email: info@cobhmaritime.com 




Walking in the footsteps of Ellen Hutchins: an exhibition and botanical art trail 

The life and work of Ellen Hutchins will be illustrated by exhibition panels and prints of her 

botanical art displayed in venues in Bantry, Ballylickey & Glengarriff. Trail leaflets available. 

Venue: Bantry, Glengarriff & Ballylickey 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: National Parks & Wildlife Service and Bantry Historical Society 

Email: clare.heardman@ahg.gov.ie 


Website: www.ellenhutchins.com 


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Dates: 20th August 10:00 AM to 18:00 PM , 21st August 10:00 AM to 18:00 PM , 22nd August 10:00 

AM to 18:00 PM , 23rd August 10:00 AM to 18:00 PM , 24th August 10:00 AM to 18:00 PM , 25th 

August 10:00 AM to 18:00 PM , 26th August 10:00 AM to 18:00 PM , 27th August 10:00 AM to 18:00 

PM , 28th August 10:00 AM to 18:00 PM 

Journey Through the Past 

Housed in the former Christchurch on North Main Street Bandon, this unique and charming 

exhibition transports visitors through time to experience Bandon town as it was in time’s past. 

Venue: West Cork Heritage Centre 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: West Cork Heritage Centre 

Email: westcorkheritagecentre@gmail.com 


Website: https://westcorkheritagecentre.com/ 



John Saul Horticulturist from Castlemartyr to the Whitehouse. 

History Talk on John Saul Horticulturist from Castlemartyr to The Whitehouse . With a slide show 

18/19 to 1897 Showcasing the History of The work done by John Saul . 

Venue: Castlemartyr National School Hall, Killeagh Road 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: The Castlemartyr John Saul Appreciation Society 

Email: davymaddox@gmail.com 


Website: davymaddox@gmail.com 



Bantry 1916 and Beyond 

Exhibition commemorating Bantry Coy of Irish Volunteers who paraded from Bantry to Kealkill on 

Easter Sunday 1916. Information Panels show various events in Irish History that led up to 1916 

Rising. 

Venue: Bantry Library 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Bantry Historical Society / Bantry Library 

Email: bantryhistorical@gmail.com 

Telephone: 027-51246 


Dates: 20th August 9:30 AM to 17:30 PM , 23rd August 9:30 AM to 17:30 PM , 24th August 9:30 AM 

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to 17:30 PM , 25th August 9:30 AM to 17:30 PM , 26th August 9:30 AM to 17:30 PM , 27th August 

9:30 AM to 17:30 PM 

Southern Echoes of 1916 Exhibition 

With an emphasis on Cork's contribution to the 1916 Rising, the Southern Echoes exhibition focuses 

on four key Cork figures and the role played by particular organisations in activities of the time. 

Venue: Cobh Library 

Cost: Free 


Email: danielle.crowley@corkcoco.ie 

Telephone: 021 4811130 

Website: www.corkcoco.ie/library 


Dates: 23rd August 9:30 AM to 17:30 PM , 27th August 9:30 AM to 17:30 PM 

Peat Art Exhibition 

An Art Exhibition looking at the Irish heritage. The works on display by Artist Martin Mc Cormack 

will all be created from Peat from the Bogs of Ireland, and will be linked in subject to heritage. 

Venue: Top of the Rock, Pod Pairc, Drimoleague 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Top of the Rock, Pod Pairc and walking center.moleague, Cork 

Email: irelandwalk@gmail.com 

Telephone: 00353 (0)28 31547 

Website: www.topoftherock.ie 


Dates: 23rd August 19:30 PM to 22:00 PM 

Walking in the footsteps of Ellen Hutchins: pop-up exhibition 

A pop-up exhibition which will include a fascinating selection of letters, books, documents, 

photographs & other Ellen Hutchins memorabilia. Hutchins family members will answer questions. 

Venue: Bantry House Stables 

Cost: Free 







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Walking in the footsteps of Ellen Hutchins: botanical art demonstration 

Shevaun Doherty, an award-winning botanical artist from Dublin, will be demonstrating her 

exquisite skills live. Also present will be Hutchins family members with examples of Ellen’s early 

1800s art 

Venue: Organico Café (upstairs), Bantry 

Cost: Free 







Buttevant in 1916 

In 1916, Buttevant had a large British Army presence. The influence of the army on the social & 

commercial life of the town will be explored as well as national events at the time. 

Venue: Day Care Centre 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Buttevant Heritage Group 

Email: buttevanttours@gmail.com 



The Ewe Natural History Experience 

An innovative learning experience for all ages about our natural history and environment on a one 

kilometre walk - learn through information boards, art installations and games plus a poetry trail. 

Venue: The Ewe Experience 

Cost Adult: €6.50 

Cost Child: €5.00 

Organiser: The Ewe Experience 

Email: info@theewe.com 


Website: www.theewe.com 





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Family Jobs Trail 

Family's are very welcome to explore the occupations, tasks and duties, of those who lived and 

worked in Charles Fort, during the past 100 years. 

Venue: Charles Fort 

Cost Adult: €4 

Cost Child: €2 

Cost Concession: €3 

Organiser: Office of Public Works 

Email: charlesfort@opw.ie 

Telephone: 021 4772263 

Website: heritageireland.ie 






Fairy Doors at Charles Fort 

The King and Queen of Fairyland have granted permission to all their Fairy Subjects to visit Charles 

Fort for rest and recuperation. Children are welcome to explore our world of Fairy Doors. 




Cost Concession: €3.00 



Telephone: 021 4772263 

Website: www.heritageireland.ie 






Childrens Worksheet 

A worksheet for children as they explore Charles Fort. 




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Telephone: 021 4772263 







Charles Fort Family Trail 

A family trail explaining the history of Charles Fort. 







Telephone: 021 4772263 







Children's Historical Treasure Hunt of Clonakilty 

Children (age 5-12) can have fun exploring and discovering the history of Clonakilty. Lots of prizes. 

Venue: Michael Collins House 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Dúchas Clonakilty Heritage 

Email: rachael.cronin@gmail.com 


Website: http://www.duchasclonakiltyheritage.com/ 






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Mrs Kevin’s Cat Children’s Tour: Discover Fota House! 

Mrs Kevin is the Housekeeper at Fota House and she has lost her cat! Can you help us explore and 

find Toby?! Tour runs at 12:00 daily, places are limited so pre-booking is essential. 

Venue: Fota House, Arboretum & Gardens 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Irish Heritage Trust 

Email: info@fotahouse.com 

Telephone: 021 481 5543 

Website: www.fotahouse.com 


Dates: 22nd August 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM , 23rd August 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM , 24th August 12:00 

PM to 12:45 PM , 25th August 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM , 26th August 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM , 27th 

August 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM 

Family Discovery Days: Digging for History for Kids! 

Get your hands dirty and discover the gorgeous Frameyard Garden at Fota House! Enjoy a tour, 

followed by seed planting. Bring a yoghurt pot and take a seed home to grow! 2pm daily with 

pre-booking. 


Cost: Free 



Telephone: 021 481 5543 



Dates: 22nd August 14:00 PM to 15:00 PM , 23rd August 14:00 PM to 15:00 PM , 24th August 14:00 

PM to 15:00 PM , 25th August 14:00 PM to 15:00 PM , 26th August 14:00 PM to 15:00 PM , 27th 

August 14:00 PM to 15:00 PM 

Stars, Navigation, Exploration & Trade in 1600's 

Galileo was the first to use the telescope for astronomy in the 1620's just when Bandon's Walls were 

being built, when long navigational journeys of exploration were being undertaken! 

Venue: Bandon Library 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Bandon Walled Town Committee 

Email: bandonlibrary@corkcoco.ie 

Telephone: (023) 884 4830 

Website: http://www.corkcoco.ie/co/web/Cork County Council/Departments/Library & Arts 

Service/Find Your Local Library/Bandon 


Dates: 23rd August 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM 

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Teddy Bears Picnic with entertainment 

A fun event for 1 to 7 year olds. Bring your Teddy and entertainment with Magic, Puppets and Music 

will be provided. Kindly sponsored by Quish Supervalue, Ballincollig 

Venue: Regional Park Ballincollig by New Playground 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Ballincollig Heritage Festival 2016 

Email: margaret.long21@hotmail.com 

Telephone: 087 6546565 



Walking in the footsteps of Ellen Hutchins: a children’s nature art event 

Children’s nature art event in Bantry House Gardens with Jess Mason. Activities will include 

creating flower impressions on cloth, making wood cookie flower identification discs & playing 

nature 

Venue: Bantry House (meet main carpark) 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: National Parks & Wildlife Service 






Exhibits Over 400 Years Old! 

A talk at the Heritage Centre looking at objects over 400 years old - if only they could talk - what 

stories they could tell.... 

Venue: West Cork Heritage Centre, Bandon 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Bandon Walled Town Festival 

Email: onemariamc@hotmail.com 

Telephone: 087 310 4354 

Website: https://westcorkheritagecentre.com 


Dates: 27th August 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM 

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Family Living History Day at Desmond Castle 

Visit the Tower House and Old French Prison. See displays of Arms and Armour by Claoimh 

re-enactors. Meet the 'Kinsale Merchant' & the 'Prisoner of War'. Fancy Dress is optional. 

Venue: Desmond Castle/French Prison 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Brendan Shiels, Office of Public Works 

Email: desmondcastle@opw.ie 

Telephone: 021 477 4855 



“Illuminate the Night” A Celebration of our Ancestry 

Starting out at MUGA we will end up in Riverview with Fire Display plus a gathering to release 

lanterns inscribed with their family name or the name of the family member that first resided in 

Bandon. 

Venue: MUGA Bandon 

Cost: Free 



Telephone: 087 310 4354 



Treasure Hunt 

Treasure Hunt within Regional ark 

Venue: Regional Park, Western Entrance 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Ballincollig Scouts 


Telephone: 087 2701105 



Eachtraí o Oileán Aráin: Caillte sa Cheo - Puppet Show 

Having saved the faerie wood from serious harm, Paud’s dad uses the the hewn timber to make a 

currach for his young son. In thanks the King of the Faeries invests faerie powers in this boat... 

Venue: Bandon Town Hall 

Cost: Free 


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Telephone: 087 310 4354 


Dates: 28th August 13:30 PM to 14:15 PM , 28th August 15:00 PM to 15:45 PM 

Ceol Cois Laoi 

A traditional music event with compere Dick Beamish and Ballincollig Comhaltas - Craobh Niall Ó 

Cathasaigh 

Venue: Picnic Area, Regional Park 

Cost: Free 



Telephone: 087 7732387 



Heritage Week 3k 

The start of the 3k Running Route is by the Inniscarra Bridge entrance to the Regional Park. The 

first sign is by the Soccer pitches and the final sign is upriver from the Weir. 

Venue: Regional Park 


Organiser: Ballincollig Athletic Club 

Email: ballincolligathleticclub@gmail.com 

Telephone: 087 1436121 



StarDome 

Take a tour of the night sky in Bandon with CIT's Blackrock Castle Observatory’s portable 

planetarium, the StarDome. Spot the difference between today's sky and that of one in the 1600's 


Cost: Free 



Telephone: 087 310 4354 

Website: www.bco.ie 



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Celtic Calendar: Celebrating Lughnasadh 

Join us on Bere Island, the largest of the west Cork Islands as we awaken and celebrate the ancient 

traditions associated with the festival of Lughnasadh. 

Venue: Lecture Theatre (former Camp Church) 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Bere Island Tourism & Environment Group 

Email: bereconservation@gmail.com 


Website: www.bereisland.net 



Walking in the footsteps of Ellen Hutchins: a festival to celebrate Ireland’s first female botanist 

A festival to celebrate Ellen Hutchins (1785-1815) Ireland’s first female botanist, born in Ballylickey. 

There will be walks, workshops, exhibitions and a talk. August 20th-August 28th, West Cork. 

Venue: Bantry, Ballylickey & Glengarriff 

Cost: Free 



Telephone: 087-6781613 



Dates: 20th August 9:00 AM to 22:00 PM , 21st August 9:00 AM to 22:00 PM , 22nd August 9:00 AM 

to 22:00 PM , 23rd August 9:00 AM to 22:00 PM , 24th August 9:00 AM to 22:00 PM , 25th August 

9:00 AM to 22:00 PM , 26th August 9:00 AM to 22:00 PM , 27th August 9:00 AM to 22:00 PM , 28th 


Mitchelstown Genealogy Talk 

WORKSHOP / TALK " how to learn to do family trees for beginner to tracing / experienced 

genealogists with new forensics. Bring your trees. What can be added by Clan Search. See facebook 

page 

Venue: MITCHELSTOWN LIBRARY 

Organiser: Mitchelstown Tour Guides 

Email: foxseamus@gmail.com 




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Youghal Medieval Festival 

Celebrating its 10th year this event has become a must-visit for families of all ages. The annual free 

event takes place in the stunning surrounds of St.Mary’s College Gardens. 

Venue: St Marys College Gardens 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Youghal Heritage Committee 

Email: youghalheritage@gmail.com 


Website: www.youghal.ie 



Music in Community Festival 

Music in Community (MIC) is a not for profit charitable organisation established to promote, teach 

and learning the appreciation of music to people who may not be able to access live music . 

Venue: Regional Park Ballincollig 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Music in Community 

Email: musicincommunity@gmail.com 

Telephone: 086 6081052 

Website: www.musicincommunity.ie 



Oiche Cheoil an tSamhraidh 

Evening of Irish Music and song. The event is conducted through Irish. Ár n-aoi specialta i mbliana 

ná Muireann nic Amhlaibh le Caoimhin Ó Fearghail mar tionlacaí ar an Giotar. 

Venue: Fota House Carrigtwohill 



Organiser: Gaeilge Beo Gleanntáin 

Email: mcamidleton@gmail.com 




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The Hibernian Muse Early Music Ensemble in Concert 

.The Hibernian Muse in association with Cork County Arts Office present "What the Wild Geese 

Heard" a performance of music popular in Ireland in the 17th & 18th centuries, on period 

instruments. 

Venue: The Mall Arts Centre, Youghal 


Organiser: The Mall Arts Centre Youghal 

Email: themallartscentre@gmail.com 


Website: themallartscentre.com 



The Hibernian Muse Early Music Ensemble in Concert. 

The Hibernian Muse in association with Cork County Arts Office present "What the Wild Geese 

Heard" a performance of music popular in Ireland in the 17th and 18th centuries. 

Venue: St. John the Baptist Church 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: St. John the Baptist Church, Midleton 







Venue: St. James Church, Mallow 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: St. James Church, Mallow 




Lunchtime Recital with Róisín Elsafty 

Harper Brenda Mallow hosts Bandon Walled Town Festival Lunchtime Recital at the Methodist 

introducing us to her celebrated colleague Róisín Elsafty - lots of local talent involved here too. 

Venue: Methodist Chuch Bandon 

Cost: Free 


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Telephone: 087 310 4354 



Cobh Bell Recital 

Recital on the 49-bell grand carillon of Cobh's Cathedral by resident carillonneur Adrian Gebruers to 

include religious, classical and popular music specially composed or arranged for this instrument. 

Venue: St Colman's Cathedral Cobh County Cork. 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Cobh Carillon Committee 

Email: info@cobhcathedralparish.ie 

Telephone: 021-4813222 

Website: http://homepage.eircom.net/~adriangebruers 






Venue: The Village Arts Centre 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: The Village Arts Centre, Kilworth 




Bandon Walled Town Festival 

A great Family day out with lots of entertainment to help you learn about what Bandon might have 

been like as a Walled Town in the early 1600's - talks, battles, food, traditional skills..... 


Cost: Free 



Telephone: 087 310 4354 

Website: Eversleigh 



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Hot House Flowers 

Hot House Flowers return to The White Horse as part of Heritage week celebrations. 

Venue: The White Horse 


Organiser: The White Horse 

Email: marlene@whitehorse.ie 


Website: www.whitehorse.ie/venue 



Discover Cloyne Cathedral 

St. Colman's Cathedral is steeped in history and is one of East Cork's hidden treasures. Guided tours 

of the Cathedral will be given at 11.30am and 3.30pm and a guided tour of the town at 2.30pm. 

Venue: St. Colman's Cathedral 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Friends of Cloyne Cathedral 

Email: joan.rockley@gmail.com 

Telephone: 021 4652426 



Visit the Historic Graveyard at Kinure 

Kinure Graveyard is situated overlooking Oysterhaven Harbour, Co. Cork.This graveyard dates back 

to 1302 and a plaque at the entrance provides the visitor with relevant historical information. 

Venue: Kinure Graveyard 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Oysterhaven and Nohoval Residents' Association 

Email: catherinecollins12a@yahoo.com 

Telephone: 087 2146546 


Dates: 20th August 10:00 AM to 18:13 PM , 28th August 10:00 AM to 18:00 PM 

Irish Great War Society 

Display by The Irish Great War Society portraying Irishmen and women that served in Irish 

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Regiments in the British Army 100 years ago. 


Cost: Free 



Telephone: 021 4772263 

Website: www.heritageireland.ie 


Dates: 20th August 11:00 AM to 17:00 PM , 21st August 11:00 AM to 16:30 PM 

Launch of book "A Doctor's Sword " A Biography of Dr Aidan MacCarthy 

Launch of new biography of Dr Aidan MacCarthy by Bob Jackson who produced the acclaimed 

docu-film of the same name. 

Venue: MacCarthys Bar 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Beara Historical Society 

Email: fachtnaandhelen@eircom.net 

Telephone: 086 8556190 



Maritime Heritage on Land & Sea 

Watch a Master Shipwright working on a traditional boat. Look at the tools of the trade, a fisherman 

making nets, boats close up and on the water. See films of boatbuilding and sailing. Learn to scull 

Venue: Cuas Office on the Pier 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Cuas, The West Cork Maritime Heritage Co, clg 

Email: maritimeheritageproject@gmail.com 

Telephone: 086 1735560 


Dates: 21st August 10:30 AM to 18:00 PM , 22nd August 10:30 AM to 18:00 PM , 23rd August 10:30 

AM to 18:00 PM , 24th August 10:30 AM to 18:00 PM , 25th August 10:30 AM to 18:00 PM , 26th 


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Genealogy/Family History One to One Sessions 

Have you found your ancestors on the 1901 or 1911 census, what's the next step? Beginners 1-2-1 

sessions for individuals who would like advice in searching for ancestors in parish & civil records. 

Venue: Cork County Library 

Cost: Free 

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Email: localstudieslibrary@corkcoco.ie 

Telephone: 021 4546499 



Dates: 22nd August 10:00 AM to 16:00 PM , 23rd August 10:00 AM to 16:00 PM , 24th August 10:00 

AM to 16:00 PM , 26th August 10:00 AM to 16:00 PM 

Commemorative Mass 

Mass in remembrance of those who suffered for their faith and country during the years from 1596 

to 1603. Battle of Kinsale Site 

Venue: Millwater Cross, Kinsale 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Clontead Parish 

Email: audley13@gmail.com 


Dates: 22nd August 19:00 PM to 20:00 PM 

The way we were in 1916 

The way we were in 1916: A look back at what it was like to live in Ireland a century ago, as told in 

words and music by Michael Twomey with Linda Kenny (Soprano) and Alan Carney (musician) 

Venue: Cork County Library HQ 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Cork County Library and Arts Service 

Email: corkcolibrary@corkcoco.ie 

Telephone: 021 4546499 


Dates: 23rd August 11:30 AM to 11:30 AM 

Unveiling of Plaque to Padraig O Laoghaire, Gaelic League Pioneer & Irish Teacher of Pearse 

On the centenary year of the 1916 Rising, a commemorative plaque will be unveiled to Eyeries born 

scholar and author Padraig O Laoghaire (1870 - 1896). 

Venue: St Finian's Cemetery 

Cost: Free 



Telephone: 086 8556190 



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Talk on the Life of Padraig O Laoghaire, Gaelic League Scholar & Irish Teacher of Pearse 

A talk by Fachtna O Donovan on Eyeries born Padraig O Laoghaire (1870 - 1896), Gaelic League 

Scholar and Irish Teacher of Patrick Pearse. 

Venue: Twomey's Lounge 

Cost: Free 



Telephone: 086 8556190 



Free entry into the garden 

All visitors to Bantry House and Garden on Friday 26th August will have free entry into the garden. 

More activities are planned and will be announced. 

Venue: Bantry House and Garden 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Bantry House and Garden 

Email: info@bantryhouse.com 


Website: www.bantryhouse.com 



The Battle of Jutland - A Cork Tragedy 

Historian Tony McCarthy gives a talk on the Battle of Jutland in May 1916 which cost the lives of 

over 80 sailors from Co Cork including some from Beara. 

Venue: Twomey's Lounge 

Cost: Free 



Telephone: 086 8556190 



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Independence Evening - in song, verse and story. 

An evening of scoraíocht; song, verse and story. The central theme of the event is 1916 and Ireland's 

fight for independence. 

Venue: An Caipin, Coppeen. 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Coppeen Archaeological, Historical & Cultural Society 

Email: info@coppeenheritage.com 

Telephone: 086 8531761 

Website: www.coppeenheritage.com 



The way we were in 1916 

The way we were in 1916. An entertaining look back at the way life was with stories and songs 

presented by Michael Twomey and Linda Kenny. 

Venue: Bandon Library 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Cork County Library and Arts Service 

Email: bandonlibrary@corkcoco.ie 


Website: www.corkcoco.ie 



The Hibernian Muse Early Music Ensemble in Concert 



Venue: St. Multose Church. Church Street, Kinsale, Co. Cork 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Eimear Reidy 

Email: eimear_reidy@hotmail.com 




Tracton Volunteers in 1916 

Event will feature genealogical and historical exhibitions about the local Volunteer Brigade (1914 - 

1916) emphasising the life of Diarmuid Lynch, Supreme Council I.R.B. 

Venue: Tracton Community Centre 

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Cost: Free 

Organiser: Tracton Genealogy / Local History 

Email: eileenpmcgough@gmail.com 

Telephone: 021 4770676 

Website: www.thetractoncentre.org 



Centenary Cinema 

Outdoor Cinema screening of Michael Collins the movie 

Venue: Emmet Square 


Organiser: Michael Collins House 

Email: jamie.murphy@corkcoco.ie 


Website: http://www.happenings.ie/events/147/centenary-cinema-michael-collins 



Opening of Sing Sing Prison to the public 

Sing Sing Prison was the official prison of the Cork Number 1 Brigade during the War of 

Independence. The Black and Tans were kept there while their fate was being decided. Many were 

executed. 

Venue: Kilquane Graveyard 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Knockraha History Society 

Email: sheilajimfitzgerald@yahoo.co.uk 




Field Trip to Pulleen Harbour with local historians 

Field Trip to Pulleen area with local historian Vince Harrington & others, with tales of smuggling, 

World War 1, water mills, films, etc. 

Venue: The Square 

Cost: Free 



Telephone: 086 8556190 


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.The Hibernian Muse in association with Cork County Arts Office present "What the Wild Geese 


Venue: The Sirius Arts Centre 


Organiser: Eimear Reidy 

Email: info@siriusartscentre.ie 


Website: siriusartscentre.ie 



Ocáid iarchuimhne do Mhícheál Ó Murchú, An Gabha Gaelach (1918 – 1990) 

Eachtraí ‘gus amanna beatha: Ocáid iarchuimhne do Mhícheál Ó Murchú, An Gabha Gaelach (1918 – 

1990), File, Scoláire, Uachtarán Chonradh na Gaeilge (1982 – 1985). Beidh fáilte roimh uile 

Venue: Millennium Park, Coachford Village (near Coachford Post Office) 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: ACR Heritage 

Email: acrheritage@gmail.com 

Website: https://acrheritage.info/ 



Battle Re-Enactment 

Combat in a 1600's Battlefield - rules of engagement, weaponry, clothing, food learn about it all here. 


Cost: Free 

Organiser: Bandon Walled Town Festival 


Telephone: 087 310 4354 

Website: https://www.facebook.com/brandubhcork 



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The Cosmic Serpent 

In the 1600's Galileo starting studying the sky with the recently invented telescope. We take a 

colourful look at the history of studying the cosmos and see how far we've come! 


Cost: Free 



Telephone: 087 310 4354 

Website: Eversleigh 



Touch Tanks at Lough Hyne 

Join UCC marine biologists as they interpret marine species from Lough Hyne. Touch and feel 

underwater creatures from the tanks while you learn about them from the scientists. 

Venue: North Pier, Lough Hyne 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Skibbereen Heritage Centre/ UCC 






Four Radical Voices in Bandon 

A popular presentation by Dr Ken Baker sketching the 18th Century West Cork connection of George 

Fox, John Wesley, Dean Swift and William Hazlitt. In conjunction with West Cork Historical Society. 

Venue: Methodist Church, Bridge Street, Bandon 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: West Cork History Society 

Telephone: 086 2193171 

Website: https://northoltgrange.wordpress.com/ 



Historical talk on piracy in Baltimore 

Talk on Baltimore piracy from the Middle Ages to the seventeenth century, including the Sack of 

Baltimore by Algerian pirates in 1631. 

Venue: Dun na Sead Castle, 

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Cost Adult: 4 euro 

Cost Child: accompanied children under 12 free 

Cost Concession: n/a 

Organiser: Bernadette McCarthy 

Email: info@baltimorecastle.ie 


Website: www.baltimorecastle.ie 


Dates: 21st August 15:30 PM to 16:30 PM , 28th August 15:30 PM to 16:30 PM 

Gearóid O’Sullivan – Skibbereen man’s prominent role in the fight for Irish independence 

An illustrated talk by Philip O’Regan on Gearóid O'Sullivan, the Skibbereen man who raised the Irish 

flag over the GPO during the Easter 1916 Rising. 

Venue: Skibbereen Credit Union Conference Room 

Cost: Free 







Genealogy: When the paper trail runs out 

How to Trace your Ancestors when the paper trail runs out. 

Venue: White Horse Inn 

Cost: Free 


Email: mjordan246@gmail.com 

Telephone: 087 6624781 



100 Years Later - Did These Kilmurry People Make a Difference? 

Tuesday 23rd August 8.30pm - Talk on Kate O'Callaghan of Old Forge, Lissarda Thursday 25th 

August 8.30pm - Talk on Bishop Edward Galvin, a native of Newcestown but whose family moved to 

Clodagh 

Venue: Community Room - Independence Museum Kilmurry 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Kilmurry Historical & Archaeological Association Ltd 

Email: bggeataban@eircom.net 

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Telephone: 087 2339393 


Dates: 23rd August 20:30 PM to 21:15 PM , 25th August 20:30 PM to 21:15 PM 

100 years of Irish Forestry Policy 

We explore the impacts socially, economically and ecologically of our states forestry policy. Talk, 

12:00 at Castle Gates. Guided tour of the adjacent historic parkland afterwards, 13:00- 15:00. 

Venue: Meet at the Castle Gates, Macroom Square 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Ted Cook 

Email: macroomenv@hotmail.com 

Telephone: 086 8789891 / 026 42483 



A History of Ballincollig Castle 

A talk and slide show on Ballincollig Castle by Dr. Paul MacCotter, MA,Ph.D lecturer in UCC who 

teaches genealogy, family history and medieval history at University College Cork. 

Venue: Oriel House Hotel 

Cost: Free 


Email: paul@paulmaccotter.com 

Telephone: 085 8172818 



Heritage Gardening 

An Information talk on Heritage Gardening in the grounds of the James O'Keeffe Institute. Guest 

Speaker Rachel Budd horticulturalist will also provided information on creating hot beds. 

Venue: James O'Keeffe Institute 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: IRD Duhallow 

Email: katie.crowley@irdduhallow.com 


Website: www.irdduhallow.com 



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Game of Stones: The Castles of West Cork 

Archaeologist Finola Finlay of the Roaringwater Journal blog will set the scene for the great period 

of castle building in West Cork and illustrate how they were built and what caused their decline. 


Cost: Free 







Soldiers, Merchants and Brandymakers 

An illustrated talk on the Emigré Irish in 18th Century France. By OPW Tour Guide, Anthony 

Twomey. 


Cost: Free 

Organiser: Anthony Twomey, Office of Public Works 


Telephone: 021 477 4855 



Looking at our Parish Churches 

This illustrated lecture looks at the history, locations, building and refurbishments of a number of 

prominent churches of all denominations in the Blarney district. Speaker is Mr. John Mulcahy. 

Venue: Church of the Resurrection 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Blarney and District Historical Society 

Email: bg1@eircom.net 

Telephone: 087 2153216 

Website: www.blarneyhistory.ie 



History of Commd Leo Murphy and the White Horse 

Established in 1901, The White Horse is one of Cork’s oldest public houses, run for many years by 

Mamie Murphy, the sister of Commandant Leo Murphy, one of the founders of the 3rd Battalion. 

Venue: White Horse 

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Cost: Free 

Organiser: White Horse Inn 

Email: hello@whitehorse.ie 

Telephone: 353 (0) 21 4871388 

Website: www.whitehorse.ie 



Our Timber Framed House 

A presentation which will bring you up to date on the latest in relation to this very important 

building which the O'Driscoll Family have generously gifted to the town. 

Venue: Bandon Library/Bandon Town Hall 

Cost: Free 



Telephone: 087 310 4354 


Dates: 24th August 15:30 PM to 16:30 PM , 24th August 19:30 PM to 20:30 PM 

The Spanish and Kinsale 

Most people know the role of Spain in the 1601 Siege & Battle of Kinsale. Other connections based 

on Trade, The Camino etc. will be explored in this Lecture by Dermot Ryan, Kinsale History Society 


Cost: Free 

Organiser: Brendan Shiels, Office of Public Works 


Telephone: 021 477 4855 



Blarney's Parish Records 

A look at the parish's records. Their extent, the trends and peculiarities therein. Marginal notes, 

priests' styles and naming pattens. 

Venue: Blarney GAA Hall 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Cork County library 

Email: richard.forrest@corkcoco.ie 

Telephone: 021 4382115 



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Launch of "Bantry Remembers, 1916-'21" by Conor Nelligan, Heritage Officer 

An engaging read, and something to treasure, this commemorative booklet tells the efforts of Bantry 

Volunteers in our struggle for Irish freedom. Launch by Conor Nelligan, Heritage Officer. 


Cost: Free 

Organiser: Bantry Historical Society 





Gaels and Generals / Irish Generals of the American Civil War 

AaPresented by Liam McAlister co-organiser of the Irish in Blue and Gray. Will tell the stories of 

some of the locally born Generals of The American Civil War 1861-1865. 

Venue: Douglas Library 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Cork City Libraries/ Irish in Blue & Gray 

Email: douglas_library@corkcity.ie 

Telephone: (021) 492 4932 



Too Beautiful for Thieves and Pickpockets: a talk on Spike Island 

A talk by Cal McCarthy and guests on the history and future of Spike Island. 

Venue: Mallow Library 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Mallow Library 

Email: mallow.library@corkcoco.ie 





Southern Echoes of 1916 - Exhibition Launch and Talk on Aspects of the 1966 Commemorations 

Kieran Wyse of Cork County Library's Local Studies Dept. will give a fascinating talk about how the 

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Easter Rising was remembered in 1966, with a particular focus on the radio coverage of the time. 

Venue: Cobh Library 

Cost: Free 


Email: danielle.crowley@corkcoco.ie 

Telephone: 021 4811130 




History of St. Mary's Church and adjoining graveyard in Glenville 

A talk will be given by Padraig King on St. Mary's C.O.I. about its type, origin, layout and function. 

Also, history and stories about the adjoining cemetery will be given by historian Norma Buckley. 

Venue: St. Mary's Church, Glenville 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Glenville Community Council 

Email: glenvillecommunitycouncil@gmail.com 

Telephone: Garrett Murray 0872211031 



Cannon at 100 paces, new insight into the Siege and Battle of Kinsale 1601. 

Kinsale History Society will host a lecture entitled Cannon at 100 paces, new insight into the Siege 

and Battle of Kinsale 1601. Delivered by Paul O' Keeffe, Archeologist. 

Venue: Temperance Hall, Kinsale 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Kinsale History Society 

Email: jjhurley123@gmail.com 

Telephone: 086 1971870 

Website: http://kinsalehistorysociety.net/ 



Why Can’t I Find My Ancestors? – Talk & Booklet Launch 

Launch of 'Walking in the footsteps of your ancestors: a starter guide to family history in Cork'. 

Followed by a talk on why we hit a brick wall when carrying out family history research. 

Venue: Clonakilty Library 

Cost: Free 


Email: clonakiltylibrary@corkcoco.ie 

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Telephone: 023 8834275 




Youghal: Reflecting on a town and its people 

Kieran will explore the heritage, industry, tourism and culture of Youghal over the past 100 years. 

After the talk there will be an opportunity for audience reminiscences and discussion. 

Venue: Youghal Librar, Rivergate Mall 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Youghal Library 

Email: youghal.library@corkcoco.ie 




History of Oriel House Hotel 

Oriel House is a hotel in the west end of the town of Ballincollig, County Cork, Ireland. It was built 

shortly after the Ballincollig Gunpowder Mills which was built in 1794 by Charles Leslie 

Venue: Oriel House Hotel 

Cost: Free 


Email: rjmacconaill@hotmail.com 

Telephone: 087 1089524 

Website: www.orielhousehotel.ie/ 



New Insights into the Siege and Battle of Kinsale 

Paul O'Keefe has carried out a number of archaeological surveys in the area of Kinsale to discover 

the secrets of 1601. His talk, "Cannons at 100 paces " will provide new insights. 

Venue: Kinsale Temperance Hall, Emmett Place 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Kinsale History Society 

Email: dermotryankinsale@gmail.com 

Telephone: 086 8267656 

Website: kinsalehistorysociety.net 



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Ellen Hutchins: the story of her life, her botany and her art - an illustrated talk and panel 

discussion 

An illustrated talk & panel discussion with Madeline Hutchins (Ellen’s great great grand niece), 

Sean Moffatt (scriptwriter, RTÉ & BBC), Shevaun Doherty (botanical artist) & Howard Fox. 

Venue: The History Room, West Lodge Hotel, Bantry 

Cost: Free 







"Too beautiful for thieves and pickpockets" (Spike Island Talk) by author Cal McCarthy 

Historical Talk on Spike Island. Cal McCarthy is the author of the recently published book on the 

history of Spike Island entitled "Too beautiful for thieves and pickpockets" 

Venue: Midleton Library 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Midleton Library 




Seán Hurley – Cork Volunteer killed during the Easter 1916 Rising 

Margaret Hurley of Skibbereen Heritage Centre's illustrated talk on Seán Hurley from Drinagh, the 

only Cork Volunteer to die during the Easter 1916 Rising. 


Cost: Free 







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The working ketch Geraldine of the Port of Cork, and her place in Irish maritime heritage 

Seán T. Rickard (USN) B.Sc. M.A., is a U.S. Navy veteran and past Adjutant for an Irish Post of the 

veteran’s organisation, The American Legion and a Companion of the Naval Order of the United 

States. 

Venue: Cobh Museum 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Cobh Museum 

Email: cobhmuseum1@gmail.com 

Telephone: 021 4814240 

Website: www.cobhmuseum.com 



Living in Midleton a hundred years ago 

A lecture describing daily life in Midleton between 1900 and 1919. 


Cost: Free 

Organiser: Anthony Harpur 

Email: tharpur97@gmail.com 

Telephone: 087-2969382 

Website: www.midletonwith1d.wordpress.com 



Midleton 100 years ago 

Local historian Tony Harpur gives us an insight on "Midleton 100 years ago". 


Cost: Free 

Organiser: Midleton Library 




History of Church of Ireland Church & Graveyard Inchigeela 

Local historian, Joe Creedon will give a talk on the history of the Church of Ireland church and 

graveyard, those buried there along with some local history and a rendition of 'The Inchigeela Lass'. 

Venue: Church of Ireland Church & Graveyard 


Organiser: Croí Na Laoi Community Development Group 

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Email: ange_oleary@yahoo.co.uk 

Telephone: 02649012 - Joe Creedon 



Tours of St. Colman's Cathedral Cobh 

Come and see the majestic St. Colman's Cathedral overlooking Cork Harbour. You will be shown the 

beauty and grandeur of the cathedral, hear its history and learn of its unique carillon of 49 bells. 

Venue: St. Colman's Cathedral 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Cobh Parish 

Email: info@cobhcathedralparish.ie 

Telephone: 021 4813222 Parish Office 

Website: www.cobhcathedralparish.ie 


Dates: 20th August 14:30 PM to 16:30 PM , 21st August 14:30 PM to 16:30 PM , 28th August 14:30 

PM to 16:30 PM 

Guided Tour of Crosshaven House and Gardens 

Guided tour of Crosshaven House and Gardens 

Venue: Crosshaven House 

Cost Adult: €5:00 

Cost Child: €3:00 

Cost Concession: €4:00 

Organiser: Crosshaven House 

Email: info@crosshavenhouse.ie 

Telephone: 021-4832005 

Website: www.crosshavenhouse.ie 


Dates: 20th August 14:00 PM to 18:00 PM , 21st August 14:00 PM to 18:00 PM , 22nd August 14:00 

PM to 18:00 PM , 23rd August 14:00 PM to 18:00 PM , 24th August 14:00 PM to 18:00 PM , 25th 

August 14:00 PM to 18:00 PM , 26th August 14:00 PM to 18:00 PM , 27th August 14:00 PM to 18:00 

PM , 28th August 14:00 PM to 18:00 PM 

Brideweir Open Garden 

3 acres of Gardens in a Georgian Glebe beside the river Bride 

Venue: Brideweir 


Cost Child: Free 

Organiser: Brideweir 

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Email: info@brideweir.ie 


Website: www.brideweir.ie 



Cork Heritage Open Day at Fota House, Arboretum & Gardens 

Come and engage with your heritage! Free guided house tours and free tours of our beautifully 

restored Victorian Frameyard garden are available all day. Places are limited so pre-booking is 

essential. 


Cost: Free 



Telephone: 021 481 5543 




Historical Tour of Ashton Grove Gardens 

For heritage week, an accompanied historical tour of hertiage property gardens will take place every 

morning at 10.30am from the courtyard gate at Ashton Grove. We look forward to welcoming you! 

Venue: Courtyard Gate at Ashton Grove House 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Aislinn and Gerald McGreal 

Email: ashtongrovegardens@gmail.com 

Telephone: 021 4824973 



Doneraile Park Free Audio Guide 

Free audio guide to this historic North Cork estate, with its beautiful parkland and magnificent 

house. Simply download the free Guidigo App and search for Doneraile. 

Venue: Your self-guided tour begins at Doneraile Park 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Abarta Heritage Ltd 

Email: info@abartaheritage.ie 

Telephone: 052 618 9468 

Website: abartaheritage.ie/product/doneraile-park/ 


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Dates: 20th August 9:30 AM to 17:00 PM , 21st August 9:30 AM to 17:00 PM , 22nd August 9:30 AM 

to 17:00 PM , 23rd August 9:30 AM to 17:00 PM , 24th August 9:30 AM to 17:00 PM , 25th August 

9:30 AM to 17:00 PM , 26th August 9:30 AM to 17:00 PM , 27th August 9:30 AM to 17:00 PM , 28th 


Walking through Midleton in 1916 

Walking through Midleton as it was in 1916 


Cost: Free 

Organiser: Anthony Harpur 

Email: tharpur97@gmail.com 

Telephone: 087-2969382 

Website: www.midletonwith1d.wordpress.com 



Open Day - Michael Collins Anniversary 

Michael Collins House will have free entry and tours on the 22nd Aug as part of Heritage Week and 

for the 94th Anniversary of the death of Michael Collins. 

Venue: Michael Collins House 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Michael Collins House 

Email: info@michaelcollinshouse.ie 

Telephone: 023 8858676 

Website: www.michaelcollinshouse.ie 


Dates: 22nd August 10:00 AM to 16:00 PM 

Garden Tour 

A guided tour by the Head Gardener of the historic grounds around Fota House which were first 

planted in 1840 and continued to be maintained and developed right up to the present day. 

Venue: Fota Arboretum & Gardens 

Cost: Free 


Email: fota.arboretum@opw.ie 

Telephone: 021-4812728 



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Guided Historical Walk of Clonakilty Town 

This walk will trace the footsteps of Clonakilty's famous characters including Michael Collins, Mary 

Jane Irwin (wife of Fenian Jeremiah O'Donovan Rossa), and Tadhg an Asna (1798 Leader). 

Venue: Michael Collins Statue 

Cost: Free 


Email: jmloughnan@hotmail.com 

Telephone: 087 6864919 




Tour of Kilkerranmore Cemetery 

A tour of the medieval church site with the history of the church, the graveyard and the families who 

are buried there including that of members of Kilkerranmore Volunteers. 

Venue: Kilkerranmore Cemetery 

Cost: Free 


Email: rachael.cronin@gmail.com 

Telephone: 085 7447424 




From Georgian to Gothic: 1816 to 1916 in St Luke's, Douglas 

Why did the parishioners of St Luke's demolish their Georgian church, to replace it with a Victorian 

Gothic building? This tour will explain why fashion, theology and democracy matter in a COI parish. 

Venue: St Luke's Church 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Douglas Tidy Town 

Email: info@douglastidytowns.ie 


Website: http://douglastidytowns.ie/ 



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Saint Gobnait's Wood (S.A.C) and her early 9th century hermitage 

The veneration of Saint Gobnait continues to endure for twelve centuries. Participants will be 

introduced to the indicator species of unbroken woodland continuity. 

Venue: St. Gobnait's Wood Carpark 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Ted Cook and Michael Lucey 




Heritage Tour: Kilmeen & Castleventry Parish 

Join Dan O'Leary for another fascinating Tour, including ancient monuments: Knocks Stone Circle, 

Caherkirky's 'Cathair,' Castleventry's religious sites, local churches, cemeteries... 

Venue: Bealad Community Centre 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Dan O'Leary, Kilmeen & Castleventry Historical Society 

Email: dolearywestcork@hotmail.com 




Historical Tour of Seven Heads 

This tour will take in the history of Dunworly, the famine village at Shanagh, Butlerstown with its 

Lusitania connections, Coolum Cliffs, Antartic explorer Patrick Keohane and much more. 

Venue: Barryroe Church 

Cost: Free 


Email: duchaslecturesandfieldtrips@gmail.com 





Open Day at Annes Grove Miniature Castle 

An opportunity to see the conservation work of Irish Landmark Trust. Self-guided tour of this 

restored C19th miniature castle now available as holiday accommodation. 

Venue: Annes Grove Miniature Castle 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Irish Landmark Trust 

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Email: caroline@irishlandmark.com 


Website: www.irishlandmark.com 



Open Day at Galley Head Lightkeepers' Houses 

An opportunity to see the conservation work of Irish Landmark Trust. Imagine life as a lighthouse 

keeper on your self-guided tour of these restored lightkeepers houses now run as holiday 

accommodation 

Venue: Galley Head Lightkeepers' Houses 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Irish Landmark Trust 

Email: caroline@irishlandmark.com 


Website: www.irishlandmark.com 



Guided Tour of Kilshannig Cemetry 

Guided tour of old Historic Graveyard with some local history. Also viewing and reading of 

headstones and tombs of famous people plus some tips and tricks on reading obscure inscriptions. 

Venue: Kilshannig Church Gate 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Lombardstown Community Council 

Email: donie_os@eircom.net 

Telephone: 086 2579106 



Blarney House 

Guided tours of Blarney House which run from 10 am with the last tour at 2pm 

Venue: Blarney House 




Organiser: Blarney House 

Email: info@blarneycastle.ie 


Website: www.blarneycastle.ie 

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Gunpowdermill Walk 

Discover how Gunpowder was made in the 19th Centaury on this 2.5 km walk along the Banks of the 

River Lee 

Venue: Outside Film Centre/ Ballincollig GAA 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Ballincollig Heritage FestivaL 2016 

Email: rjmacconaill@hotmail.com 

Telephone: 087 1089524 



Don & Barry's Kinsale Historic Stroll 

The original daily walking tour of Kinsale. An account of our history from medievial walled town to 

the Battle of Kinsale. Highly recommend by The Irish Times as "highly entertaining"! 

Venue: Kinsale Tourist Office 


Cost Child: Free 

Organiser: Don & Barry's Kinsale Historic Stroll 

Email: Moloney.barry@gmail.com 


Website: www.historicstrollkinsale.com 






Kinsale Heritage Walks 

Dermot Ryan conducts walks with maps and photographs to show how the history of Kinsale is the 

History of Ireland. Dermot is rated as the best Tour Guide in Ireland by the Irish Independent. 

Venue: Kinsale Tourist Office 


Organiser: Dermot Ryans Kinsale Heritage Walks 

Email: dermotryankinsale@gmail.com 

Telephone: 086 8267656 

Website: www.kinsaleheritage.com 


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Dates: 20th August 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM , 21st August 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM , 22nd August 10:30 

AM to 11:30 AM , 23rd August 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM , 24th August 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM , 25th 

August 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM , 26th August 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM , 27th August 10:30 AM to 11:30 

AM , 28th August 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM 

Michelstown Heritage Walk 

Starting in Mitchelstown Library with a lecture / demo at 11 am on GAA lore & history from famed 

GAA teams. Walk via Ring Road at 11.30 am with visit to GAA pitch, Ice House & St. Fanahans Well. 

Venue: Michelstown Library 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Seamus Fox 

Email: foxseamus@gmail.com 

Telephone: 087 3589734 



Foraging Day 

Join us on our food and foraging trail, Lorna O'Mahony our resident Ecologist will lead the day with 

a walk and search for edible plants, you can then sample these foraged foods in our café . 

Venue: Millstreet Country Park 



Cost Concession: €8 Students 

Organiser: Millstreet Country Park 

Email: info@millstreetcountrypark.com 


Website: http://www.millstreetcountrypark.com/ 



Mass Path Walk 

Walking the ancient mass path from Brooklodge to Knockraha, arriving for 10am mass in Knockraha 

Venue: Butlerstown, Brooklodge, Co Cork 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Knockraha Hostory Society 

Email: sheilajimfitzgerald@yahoo.co.uk 



Dates: 21st August 8:45 AM to 10:00 AM 

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Walk back in time 

Guided walk by Historian Eileen O'Mahony, taking in the Cahergal route on the Sheep's Head trail. 

Visiting a refurbished cottage, lazy beds and copper mines. 

Venue: Gortahne Cross 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Muintir Bhaire Community Council 

Email: muintirbhairecc@gmail.com 




Walking in the footsteps of Ellen Hutchins: Whiddy Island seaweed event 

An exploration of the seaweeds on the shores of Whiddy Island with Dr Susan Steele (Sea Fisheries 

Protection Authority). 

Venue: Bank House, Whiddy Island 

Cost: Free 






Dates: 21st August 11:30 AM to 13:30 PM 

Walking Tour of Midleton 

Find out about Midleton's Historical past on this walking tour around Midleton 


Cost: Free 

Organiser: Tony Harpur 




Michael Collins Walk 

It is a historical annual walk along the Michael Collins way which starts at the monument at Sam's 

Cross and finishes at the hill side of Carriag a Radharc. All proceeds go to a local charity 

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Venue: Michael Collins Monument Sam's Cross 



Organiser: Michael Collins Sam's Cross Commemoration Committee 

Email: finodon@eircom.net 




Tracking Lizards Along Ballycotton Cliff Walk' 

Join the HSI for a lizarding adventure on Ballycotton cliff walks where you'll see and learn about 

Irelands only native reptile 

Venue: Ballycotton Cliff Walk Car Park 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: The Herpetological Society of Ireland 

Email: info@thehsi.org 


Dates: 21st August 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM 

Walking in the footsteps of Ellen Hutchins: an introductory foray into lichens, algae, fungi & 

bryophytes. 

A two-day introduction to cryptogamic botany in the grounds of Ballylickey House and the wooded 

Ardnagashel Estate where Ellen Hutchins lived and recorded many species in the early 19th century. 

Venue: Ballylickey & Ardnagashel, Bantry. 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Howard Fox (OPW) & Maria Cullen with National Parks & Wildlife Service & Bantry 

Historical Society 






Exploring the Social History of North Main Street and a tour and history of the Allin Institute 

An historical tour along North Main Street with particular emphasis on the shops and trades of the 

1800s. The walk will include a guided tour and history of the Allin Institute. 

Venue: Town Hall, Bandon 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Cumann Seanchais na Banndan & Allin Institute Committee 

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Email: bandon.genealogy@gmail.com 


Website: www.bandon-genealogy.com 



Bat and Nature Walk 

Join with us as local wildlife expert Jim Wilson takes us on a fascinating guided walk from the Bay 

and along the lagoon at Cuskinny. 

Venue: Cuskinny Bay Carpark 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Cobh Tidy Towns 

Email: cobhtidytowns@gmail.com 




Skibbereen Historical Walk 

Join Philip O'Regan (author of Dear Old Skibbereen & Skibbereen: The Famine Story) on an 

historical walk around Skibbereen town. Meet Courthouse, North St, walk finishes Skibbereen 

Heritage Centre. 

Venue: Courthhouse Skibbereen 

Cost: Free 







Doneraile Wildlife Park - Led Walk 

Lean some of the history of this magnificent house and about the many outstanding features of the 

beautiful gardens and park. 

Venue: Donneraille car park by children's playground. 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Cork Nature Network 

Email: events@corknaturenetwork.ie 


Website: http://corknaturenetwork.ie/ 


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Lough Hyne Guided Walk 

Join Terri Kearney (author of 'Lough Hyne: From Prehistory to the Present) for her daily walk at 

Lough Hyne and travel with her through 2000 years of its history. 

Venue: Base of Knockomagh Hill carpark, Lough Hyne, West Cork 

Cost: Free 







Walking in the footsteps of Ellen Hutchins: a woodland walk 

The enthusiastic Dr Padraig Whelan (UCC), who has spent many years supervising university 

students doing projects in the Nature Reserve, will share some of his wide-ranging knowledge with 

us. 

Venue: Glengarriff Woods Nature Reserve (main car park) 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: National Parks & Wildlife Service 






Walking Tour of Medieval Buttevant 

The walled town of Buttevant has many medieval structures that tell of its glorious past. The tour 

will be given by trained guides and will visit the town walls, Franciscan friary and Castle. 

Venue: Churchgate 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Buttevant Heritage Group 

Email: Buttevanttours@gmail.com 



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Mud Fest 2016 - Hands On Cob 

Watch demonstrations of cob (earth and straw) mixing and building and join our guided tours of 

several new cob buildings and building sites. 

Venue: The Hollies 

Cost: Free 

Organiser: Earth Building UK and Ireland (EBUKI) 

Email: info@thehollies.ie 


Website: http://www.ebuk.uk.com/mud-fest-2016/ 



Traditional Smoking Methods 

Traditional Smoking Methods workshop using Beech Wood and Crab-apple wood in our newly 

refurbished smokehouse. See at the difference between Traditional Cold Smoking & Modern 

Recycled Hot Smoking. 


Cost: Free 


Email: katie.crowley@irdduhallow.com 





Traditional Basket Making Workshop 

Witness professional Basketmaking with Martin O'Flynn. View selection of heritage baskets plus a 

range of Martin's creations. Everyone welcome. To participate in the workshop contact us in 

advance. 


Cost: Free 

Organiser: Bantry Historical Society 





Children's Arts & Crafts Workshops 

Children are invited to participate in fun filled Arts & Crafts Workshops in Charles Fort which will 

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explore this years Heritage Week Theme - People and Place: 100 Years of Heritage. 


Cost: Free 



Telephone: 021 4772263 



Dates: 25th August 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM , 25th August 15:00 PM to 16:30 PM 

Walking in the footsteps of Ellen Hutchins: botanical art workshop 

Shevaun Doherty will hold a one-day botanical art workshop for aspiring naturalists, and for those 

who just want to enjoy a day’s sketching, learning about nature and different paint techniques. 

Venue: The Stables, Bantry House, Bantry 



Cost Concession: €50 

Organiser: Shevaun Doherty in conjunction with Bantry Historical Society and National Parks & 

Wildlife Service 

Email: shevaun.doherty@gmail.com 


Website: ellenhutchins.com 



CPD Course in Brickwork repair, replacement and pointing and repair of Bathstone architectural 

features 

CPD course in brickwork and Bathstone conservation. Will be of interest for anyone involved or 

interested in Building Conservation. Hands on and practical workshop. 

Venue: Old Parochial House, Monkstown, Co. Cork 

Cost Adult: 200 

Organiser: Southgate Associates 

Email: ciara@chsa.ie 



Agri Museum Open Day 

Take a trip back in time & visit IRD Duhallow's Agri Museum.On the day we will have workshops 

on:Basket Weaving & Butter Making, a Blacksmith displaying his skills and vintage machinery. 

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Cost: Free 


Email: duhallow@irdduhallow.com 





Seannos Workshop with Róisín Elsafty 

A great opportunity to participate in a Róisín Elsafty Seannos Workshop - Book early to avoid 

disappointment. Harper Brenda will advise individual harpers on technique and tone of different 

harps. 

Venue: Methodist Chuch Bandon 

Cost: Free 



Telephone: 087 310 4354 



All event information is subject to change. Please consult the www.heritageweek.ie website closer to 

the event for the latest updates - Document updated: August 20, 2016, 9:16 am 

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