The Port of Cork have released the 2020 Cork Harbour Cruise Ship schedule. March 2020 Vessel Pax Arrives Berth Departs SAGA SAPPHIRE 752 Mar 13th at 07:00 Cobh Cruise Terminal…
Ring of Cork
The Midleton Woman who became a Queen in America
The story of a Midleton born woman in the Ring of Cork 175 years ago in the summer of 1845, who from humble beginnings, would become an American wild west…
27 Amazing Activities for your Staycation 2020 in the Ring of Cork
In our last staycation post we looked at where to staycation in the Ring of Cork. There are plenty of activities and things to do along the Ring of Cork…
20 Ring of Cork Experiences that are Completely Free
The Ring of Cork is full of experiences that won’t cost you a penny and will leave you with memories to last a lifetime. Enjoy the breath-taking views, unforgettable beaches,…
15 Unique Ideas for the Perfect Valentine’s Date along the Ring of Cork
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner so we decided it would be a good idea to put together some inspiration for the perfect Valentine’s Date this weekend along the…
Spectacular Autumn Walks Along The Ring of Cork
Exploring the Ring of Cork’s beauty throughout the Autumn season is one of the most magical experiences. The best way to explore is to get out in nature, breathe in…
Your Summer guide on where to Staycation 2020 in the breathtaking Ring of Cork
Summer is here and we’re looking to Staycation Summer 2020 within the Ring of Cork within East Cork and Cork Harbour. Obviously 2020 is an exceptional year so far, but…
All Ring of Cork St Patrick’s Day 2020 Parades Cancelled due to Covid-19
All St Patrick’s Day 2020 Parades have been cancelled due to the outbreak of Covid-19 in the Republic of Ireland. The parades in Ballincollig,Carrigaline, Carrigtwohill, Cobh, Crosshaven, Douglas, Glounthaune and…
Mother’s Day Celebrations
Mother’s Day is coming up and we will all be celebrating a little differently this year. One thing is certain though, we need to celebrate all the wonderful mothers in…
Festive Experiences along the Ring of Cork
We are well and truly into the festive season and the jolly spirit can be seen all around the Ring of Cork. It’s time to start planning a few things…
Santa Experiences Along The Ring of Cork
The festive season is upon us and it’s time to start planning some Christmas events as a family. In this blog post, we are excited to share with you magical…
Our Top Halloween Experiences
Mid Term break is just around the corner and the Ring of Cork is full of exciting things to do this Spooktacular Halloween break. Whether you’re looking for some scary…
Two Baby Columbian Black Spider Monkeys born at Fota Wildlife Park
New four-part series called Fota: Into the Wild starts on Virgin Media One Television this Sunday 2 nd February at 8pm Today Fota Wildlife Park announced the recent births of…
The Spa at Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Cork launches an impressive spa refurbishment with a new Sweet Retreat stay
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Cork is a warm and inviting destination on the doorstep of Cork city and a beautiful blend of the eighteenth century Ditchley House – a…
Compostable Take-away Boxes to Cut Food Waste For Irish Businesses
Businesses across Munster commit to reduce food waste 100 compostable boxes to be provided free of charge to participating food businesses Irish food businesses waste 150,000 tonnes of food…
Castlemartyr Resort named Munster Hotel Venue of the Year
The luxurious 5-Star Castlemartyr Spa & Golf Resort has been named weddingsonline’s Munster Hotel Venue of the Year. The East Cork Resort won the prestigious wedding industry award at a…
Support Local along the Ring of Cork
It is a hard time we are all going through at the moment but if we can, we should try and support local businesses in our community during these tough…
Cobh Air Spectacular postponed to 2021 to attract international fleets
The inaugural Cobh Air Spectacular has been postponed until August 2021, to facilitate expanding what promises to be the largest air show ever seen in the history of Cork Harbour….
An Early Bird Menu To Whet The Appetite at Pier 26
Mouth-watering food at an affordable price at this seaside restaurant Pier 26. Pier 26, the restaurant / bar situated at beautiful Ballycotton Pier, has a reputation for fabulous seafood. Head…
14 fantastic places to eat during your Ring of Cork 2020 staycation
In our previous staycation blog posts we looked at where to stay and activities to do while you’re there but now, more importantly, it’s time to look at where to…
Youghal Cancels 2020 St. Patrick’s Day Parade due to Covid-19 concerns
Orginisers of the 2020 Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in Youghal have made the decision to cancel this year’s parade due to Covid-19 concerns. In a statement released by Youghal 4…
Fáilte Ireland’s Local Experts programme comes to Cork
The KNOW CORK Local Experts Programme comes to Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Tuesday 24th September Fáilte Ireland’s Local Experts Programme comes to Cork for the first time this month. The…
Unnerving & Abiding Maritime Mystery – The Youghal Connection
As we approach our Spooky Wookey season when it’s all “Ghoulies and ghosties and long-leggie beasties”, I feel it timely to remind you of the Youghal link to a particularly…
Midleton cancels 2020 St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Midleton Patrick’s Day Parade organisers have made the decision to cancel this years parade. In a statement they said: As concerns grow amid the Covid-19 virus spread we find ourselves…
Cronin’s Pub wins “Best Regional Pub” for outstanding food
Congratulation to Cronin’s Pub & Mad Fish Restaurant who won Best Regional Pub in the Food Category for the The Irish Pub Awards on September 9th 2019. They will join…
Accessing Government Funding and Supports during Covid-19
As this is a stressful time for businesses it’s important to know what support and funding are available for businesses within the Ring of Cork and elsewhere in Ireland during…
Risk Management – How to protect your business
Customer Risk guide is a risk management guide and an example of how Campion Insurance can present an employee benefits package. Campion Insurance are also delighted to offer complimentary financial…
Ballymaloe House announce their 2020 Opening Hours
Ballymaloe House have announced their 2020 opening hours which are as follows: 2020 OPENING TIMES: Updated: 16th Jul Ballymaloe House (restaurant only) is currently open from Thursday to Sunday as…
Coronavirus COVID-19 Business Supports
A comprehensive resource for businesses trying to manage their way through this current situation. This Guide contains detailed information on a huge range of supports from this Department and other…
