Cork has attractions and sights to suit every taste and interest – and most of them are within walking distance.
The course is set in a scenic area with splendid views of Mount Hilary and the surrounding countryside, and is a challenging 5721 metre Par 72 layout which demands accuracy from the tee and good iron play as the greens are small and not easy to hit in regulation. It provides a good test for all levels of golfing ability. […]
Nestled in the hills surrounding Cork, with distant views of the River Lee, Lakemount seems to blend into it’s verdant landscape. In this beautiful corner of Ireland, Brian Cross has created, according to the Royal Horticultural Society, one of Ireland’s “flagship gardens”. The garden was started in the early 1950’s by Mrs. Peggy Cross, who laid out the basic form […]
Cahir Castle is one of the best restored castles of its type throughout the country and was built originally in the 13th century on a site of an earlier native fortification called a cathair (stone fort), which gave its name to the place. The O’Briens of Thomond fortified the site, in the century prior to the Norman invasion of 1169. […]
Glebe Gardens, Baltimore Directions During the summer, our restaurant is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10am until 10pm. The menu changes daily depending on what is plentiful in the garden and in the sea. Fish is bought from the boats and the meat is sourced locally. Because of this we have a small but deliciously fresh menu that will suit […]
Elizabeth Fort is situated outside and to the south of the original walled city and is a fine example of a 17th century star-shaped fort. Originally built in 1601 during the reign of Elizabeth I. It was used as an army base for the protection of the city. It was demolished by the citizens of Cork in 1603 but they were […]
Youghal Golf Club known as ‘ the friendly club’ is a scenic and challenging 18 hole – Par-72 golf course that’s worthy of any golfer’s respect. The lush, members-owned course is always a pleasurable experience. The course plays as a “Parkland” course has a magnificent par 3 surrounded by water and bunkers, that would test the skill of any golfer. […]
St Fin Barre’s Cathedral. This is without doubt one of the most striking buildings in the region with its history rooted in the people of Cork and of course its dramatic architecture. The location of the current Cathedral has been a place of Christian worship since the 7th century. This is said to be the actual location where St Finn Barre […]
Fota Island Golf Club, listed amongst Ireland’s Top 100 golf courses, is Ireland’s Premier Championship Golf Course and is located just a few minutes drive from Cork City’s international airport and passenger ferry terminal. Located in the heart of a 780 acre estate which is included in “The Inventory of Outstanding Landscapes in Ireland”, the splendid woodlands are woven into […]
This most colourful garden is situated in the beautiful scenery of West Cork in the South-West of Ireland, with wonderful views west to the Shehy mountains and Nowen Hill. Over 1000 varieties of flowers ,shrubs and trees and bulbs can be seen. The staggering amount of beautiful flowers make this the ‘must see’ garden of West Cork. Briefly, the acre contains an informal […]
National Kart Centre Cork is the new centre from National Kart Centre adding to its already successful centre in Limerick. The new centre is based in the spiritual home of motoring in Ireland, the old Ford engine factory in the Marine Business Park in the heart of Cork City. The track boasts some incredible features such as suspended sections, giving […]
Cork has a huge range of options when it comes to golf, with so many of Ireland’s best courses being found across the county. With so much choice to avail of, the cream always rises to the top. Therefore, the enduring reputation and popularity of Mahon Golf Club has to be taken as confirmation of its tremendous standing in one of […]
For all lovers of horses, beach horse riding is truly a fantastic experience. Join our group at our stables just 15 minutes from city centre. Then we head of for an exhilarating morning on the sand. Youghal beach is a vast expanse of sand that goes as far as the eye can see and is located about an hour from […]
Welcome to Discovering Cork and thanks for considering Cork for your next short break or holiday. Whatever your reason for visiting we know you will not be disappointed and with Discovering Cork looking after everything, you can concentrate on enjoying your time here.
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