Here are all of the latest cruise ships to land within the Ring of Cork in 2018. Please note that this is subject to change. May 2018 Vessel Pax Arrives…
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Cruise Schedule 2015
May 2015 Vessel Pax Arrives Berth Departs SILVER WHISPER May 13th at 15:30 Cobh Cruise Terminal May 14th at 17:00 BRILLIANCE OF THE SEAS PASSEN May 15th at 06:15…
Former ROC Board Member nominated for LAMA Community and Council Awards for 2017
Cobh man and former Ring Of Cork board member Hendrick Verway has been short-listed for his outstanding contribution to his community, at a national awards ceremony. CHRIS DUNNE talks to…
Ring of Cork “Getting On Board” Tourism Seminar
Kevin Cullinane – Head of Communications with Cork Airport was the Guest Speaker at the “Getting on Board” Tourism Seminar at the Radisson Blu, Little Island on the 13th of…
New investment scheme to benefit up to 62 towns
Fáilte Ireland will invest €15.5million through the local authorities to boost the attractiveness and tourism appeal of up to 62 towns across the country. Minister of State for Tourism and…
Fota Island Resort Majors inspired golf experience
Fota Island Resort’s raved-about series of themed golf events to coincide with the Majors is back again– this time channeling The Open and the PGA to bring you to the…
Fota Island Adventure at Fota Island Resort
Another string to the bow at Fota Island Resort – Fota Island Adventure adds an extra layer of excitement to any visit Hidden in the woods along the shoreline…
Spike Island: Unraveling the mysteries of ‘Ireland’s Alcatraz’
Original story by Katy Scott, CNN • Updated 20th September 2018 (CNN) — A star-shaped fortress atop a picturesque island off the southwest coast of Ireland once housed one of…
2017 Ring of Cork AGM / Tourism Seminar
The 2017 Ring of Cork AGM and Tourism Seminar take place place on December 13th at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Little Island at 12PM. This year our keynote speaker…
Cork comes out on top in YourDaysOut Awards
Well done too, to Quality Hotel and Fota Wildlife on their recent Golds, awarded by YourDaysOut. Well done also to Perks Entertainment Centre and Cork Harbour Boat Hire too on…
Ring of Cork Launch Announced – Saturday May 18th
Ring of Cork Festival Promises Adventure, Crafts, Culture, Cookery, Craic and Ceoil What better way to celebrate all that the Ring of Cork has to offer, than a super festival…
Danielle Murrihy appointed as Sales and Marketing Manager at Castlemartyr Resort
Castlemartyr Resort is delighted to announce the appointment of Danielle Murrihy as Sales and Marketing Manager. Danielle has worked with Castlemartyr Resort since October 2015 as a key member of…
The Munster Tennis Hub at Fota Island Resort – Now Open!
The Munster Tennis Hub Munster Tennis are delighted to announce that the brand new Munster Tennis Hub at Fota Island Resort is open. A superb facility that will be utilised…
Redbarn Beach, Youghal, Flies the Blue Flag for East Cork
Redbarn Beach in Youghal, East Cork today (22nd May 2017) was officially designated with ‘blue flag’ status for 2017. Redbarn was the only beach throughout the East Cork Coastline to…
Fota Island Adventure has been awarded “Sports Business of the Year”
Fota Island Adventure has been awarded “Sports Business of the Year” at the annual Irish Sports Industry Awards, held on Wednesday 7th March at Smock Alley Theatre. Presented by Joanne…
The Spa at Castlemartyr introduces divine new spa range, Germaine de Capuccini
The Spa at Castlemartyr features a variety of exquisite products, the latest addition to which is deluxe professional skincare and therapies from Germaine de Capuccini. An exciting addition to…
FEAST 2018 – East Cork Food & Drink Festival
FEAST 2018 – East Cork Food & Drink Festival Since last year, Feast Cork has stepped up onto the solid foundations created by the Midleton Food Festival over the past…
CAMDEN FORT MEAGHER
CAMDEN FORT MEAGHER, CROSSHAVEN. PROGRAMME OF EVENTS SUMMER 2015 Month Date June: 13th Lusitania Exhibition 14th Live Music – Trad Lusitania Exhibition…
‘RING OF CORK’ LAUNCHES TO SHOWCASE SOUTH AND EAST CORK TO VISITORS
New Tourism Brand Launched to Boost Tourism in South and East Cork Cork, 25 June 2012: A new brand, Ring of Cork, has been launched by South and East Cork…
1916 Commemoration around the RoC
1916 Commemoration around the Ring of Cork… Cobh: Cobh Museum Exhibitions Two exhibitions will be displayed in the museum; one conveying the Scuttling of the Aud and the Queenstown…
Blas na hÉireann 2019 entries now open
It’s the 12th year of Blas na hÉireann, the Irish Food Awards, the largest blind-tasted food awards on the island of Ireland, designed to recognise and celebrate the very best…
Cobh ready for Chinese tourists
Cobh Tourism is the first destination in the Republic of Ireland to be awarded with a Chinese Tourist Welcome Certification, recognised by tour operators in China. Cobh already attracts Chinese…
Easter fun for all the family at Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Cork
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Cork is a warm and inviting family destination on the doorstep of Cork city, with two contemporary wings and modern facilities, this stylish hotel offers…
10 things you can only see in the Ring Of Cork
Using the hashtag “#ringofcork” we’ve selected our favourite Ring Of Cork pictures to highlight our region. 10. Stars in the Night Sky Night time shot at my favourite lodge houses…
Experience the excitement of the Majors at Fota Island Resort in Cork!
For the third year in a row, Fota Island Resort is bringing a taste of the Majors to Cork with a themed series of events for golfers to enjoy over…
2017 Litfest Children’s Art competition winners
As this year’s Litfest – A Food & Drinks Literacy Festival at Ballymaloe drew to a close, Rory O’Connell was joined by Slow Food Ireland to congratulate the winners of…
Jameson Experience Midleton awarded 2019 Gold Excellence Award in Best Visit Category
The Jameson Experience Midleton is celebrating after being awarded A Gold Excellence Award and winning the ‘Best Visit’ category at the CIE Tours International Annual Awards of Excellence which took…
Our Favourite Ring of Cork October Moments in Photos
With Autumn well and truly set it, we took a look at some of the best photos taken within the Ring Of Cork region. Share yours with #ringofcork 10. A…
Fota Wildlife Park first to get autism-friendly accreditation
Fota Wildlife Park in Co Cork has become the first major visitor attraction in the country to receive an autism-friendly accreditation from AsIAm, Ireland’s national autism charity. The award comes…
Action Packed Month for Tourism
As well as announcing the shortlist for Ireland’s Top 10 Tourism Towns, we launched an exciting new phase of the Wild Atlantic Way. The release of the latest CSO…
Cork Harbour Open Weekend Programme Announced – 15-16 September 2012
Two days of fun filled activities for all ages on 15th & 16th September This year, Cork Harbour Open Weekend has a jam packed programme over two days with lots…
10 Events Not To Be Missed Along The Ring of Cork
fEAST fEast is the Famous East Cork Food & Drink Festival and is one of the most popular food festivals in Ireland. It takes place from the 1st to the…
Youghal Cine Club Announces Line-up of Season One Films
Youghal Cine Club has announced details of its first series of screenings which will take place on a fortnightly basis (Thursdays) at 7.30 pm sharp in The Mall Arts Centre,…
Free Events and Entertainment for Australia Day in Cobh
‘Australia Day’ in Cobh – 27th July 1500 Australians will arrive in Cobh early on Friday morning, 27 July, aboard the cruise ship Sea Princess to a true Irish ‘…
The Magic of Santa in Fota House
The Magic of Santa in Fota House – A Truly Traditional Christmas Experience Fota House, Aboretum & Gardens, Fota Island, Carrigtohill, Co Cork 12th, 13th & 14th and 19th, 20th…
Ring of Cork Festival Showcases Community Spirit
More than one hundred local businesses from the craft, tourism, leisure and food sectors in South and East Cork came together this weekend to celebrate the Ring of Cork. There…
RING OF CORK FESTIVAL SHOWCASES COMMUNITY SPIRIT
Minister for Agriculture, Food & Marine Simon Coveney, T.D. Launches Ring of Cork Festival Saturday, 18 May 2013: More than one hundred local businesses from the craft, tourism, leisure and…
New Café and Spring Events as Fota House
Fota House, Arboretum & Gardens will open again for the season on Saturday March 24th with a weekend of activity for everyone. “Come and spend some time with us at…
Ballymaloe Awarded World’s Best Trolley of the Year 2019
In Paris, on Monday 18th February, Ballymaloe House won global recognition as winners of the inaugural food Oscars ‘Trolley of the Year 2019’ award at the World Restaurant Awards. Ballymaloe…
Youghal gets ready to welcome their first Ironman triathlon
The international sporting cavalcade is the biggest thing to hit the East Cork town since ‘Moby Dick’, writes Christy Parker The East Cork town of Youghal is fast becoming a…
The Hilliard Darby High School Choir at Fota House
The Hilliard Darby High School Choir On Sunday, March 20th, Fota House will welcome the Hilliard Darby High School Choir to sing in the Long Gallery of Fota House. The…
Culture Night in Youghal – A night of Entertainment, Discovery and Adventure! Sept 21st
Youghal’s Arts and Cultural Community today (28th August 2012) launched its programme of free events for ‘Culture Night 2012’ on Friday 21st September 2012. ‘Culture Night’ is a night where…
€500,000 for Youghal Eco-Boardwalk Extension
The allocation of €500,000 for the extension of Youghal Eco-Boardwalk has been welcomed by Cork East Fine Gael TD and Minister of State at the Department of Justice, David Stanton….
2015 Blue Flag awarded to Redbarn Beach
2015 Blue Flag awarded to Redbarn Beach MAY 28, 2015 / QUALITY 2013 Redbarn Beach regains its Blue Flag status in the 2015 Blue Flag Awards Quality Hotel Youghal are…
First-Ever Season of Shows Announced in Ballymaloe Grainstore
Drama, Music and More to Take Place at Ballymaloe Grainstore from February through May 2013 For the first time, a complete season of ten shows running from February through May…
Summer Breaks at Fota Island Resort
The Summer break is almost upon us and there is no better time to book a well deserved family break at Fota Island Resort with plenty of activities on offer…
This Week at Curraheen Park 13th June -15th June
This week’s racing kicks off on Thursday night 13th June with the final of The Curraheen Park N2-N3 Unraced Stake. Thursday night also hosts The Cork GOBA Thursday Night Special…
Chase the Sunset with Ocean Escapes
Hop Onboard for an Unmissable Cork Harbour Sunset Cruise A cool ocean breeze on your face, a salty spray on your skin, watching the sparkling water and basking in the…
Success for Ring of Cork Tidy Towns 2016
Success for Ballincollig, Cobh, Youghal, Carrigaline and Midleton in the recent National Tidy Town Awards. A huge congratulations to Ballincollig & Cobh who won Gold Medals, to Youghal & Carrigaline…
2017 World Travel Awards – Spike Island Nominated
Spike Island is nominated for Europe’s leading tourist attraction at the World Travel Awards 2017. The awards are the ‘Oscars’ of the travel industry and the highest accolade for any…
