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Kinsale Historic Site
Historic Site in Kinsale, South-West Region, Ireland
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Desmond Castle
Desmond Castle in Kinsale, Co. Cork, Ireland is a wonderful historic site to visit consisting of a three storey keep with storehouses to the rear. Built by the Earl of Desmond, originally as a customs house, Desmond Castle also served as a prison in the 18th century, an ordnance store, and as a workhouse during the great famine. Now a national monument, the historical Desmond Castle hosts the International Museum of Wine Exhibition, which documents the history of Ireland's wine links with Europe and the world. Guided tours are available, and it's a fascinating place to visit.
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Charles Fort
Visit Charles Fort in Kinsale for bastions, estuary views, guided tours
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Rivermeadows2013-08-16
Located in Kinsale, County Cork, South-West Region, Ireland
Rivermeadows, is situated in a quiet part of Kinsale, Ireland close to shops, the pubs, restaurants and picturesque Harbour area. Enjoy a stay in this fabulous bungalow with stunning views over the Bandon River from the back patio, and there is a front and rear garden, central heating and towels and linens are provided. Perfect for honeymoon accommodation, there is a double and twin room, high quality furnishings, an open fire, fully equipped kitchen, dining suite and so much more. Come stay in the wonderful area with museums, historic forts, art galleries, craft shops and more and it's the place to be for yachting, sea angling, golf and gourmet eating.READ MORE
Whale of a Time2013-08-18
Located in Kinsale, County Cork, South-West Region, Ireland
Whale of a Time offers many departure points including Kinsale, and guests can enjoy boat charters and boat rentals of RIBS or Rigid Inflatable Boats, and the boats are perfect for work related activities like tendering, as safety boats, survey vessels and or press boats. The boats are also perfect for dolphin and whale watching, corporate and group entertainment, stag and hen parties and so much more, and qualified skippers are standing by to show you the time of your life. Whale of a Time also offers harbour tours, and adventure boating on fast high powered ribs for adrenaline pumping action in roller coaster boats, there are also coastal excursions, or explore the River Blackwater, and enjoy a picnic, there are so many choices and an unforgettable experience awaits.READ MORE
The Bulman Kinsale2013-08-18
Located in Kinsale, County Cork, South-West Region, Ireland
The Bulman Kinsale, Co.Cork, Ireland offers exquisite award winning cuisine, bar food, live music and more in an atmosphere that has to be experienced to be believed. Steeped in tradition, visitors to the Bulman Kinsale can relax at a great establishment and enjoy a seaside location, succulent seafood, open log fires in winter, and dining in the bar and Toddles restaurant, plus live music four nights a week, it simply is a wonderful place to be. The Bulman Kinsale is perfect for private events including birthday parties, pre-wedding drinks, and is ideal as a meeting place for the day after your special occasion, so come, it's an occasion in itself. READ MORE
Angling Kinsale2013-08-16
Located in Kinsale, County Cork, South-West Region, Ireland
Angling Kinsale will take you out on fishing charters and angling around the coast of Kinsale, and a variety of trips are available from half days to a full week. The Sundance Kid a 38ft Aquastar awaits to take you on the fishing experience of a lifetime, bring your own gear, or hire some, but do come angling, it's a great adventure. Angling Kinsale also offers Dolphin, Seal, Basking Shark and Whale Watching boat trips, and it's perfect for families and photographic opportunities, this three hour trip via the old head, includes the famous Hole Open Bay where you can see straight through the Old Head, and your skipper regales you with fascinating tales.READ MORE
Blue Haven Hotel2013-08-16
Located in Kinsale, County Cork, South-West Region, Ireland
Blue Haven Hotel Kinsale, Co. Cork, Ireland is the perfect place to stay, with gracious and charm, elegance and luxury all combined to ensure your stay is a memorable one. This old world boutique hotel, with modern comforts offers fine cuisine and service excellence to ensure a superb dining experience and choices include the Blue Haven Cafe and The Blue Haven Restaurant, and the bar also offers an exciting menu and great cocktails. The Blue Haven Hotel is the perfect wedding venue, caters to corporate events and functions, and is simply the most wonderful and well known place to stay, when in Kinsale.READ MORE
The Lord Kinsale2013-08-16
Located in Kinsale, County Cork, South-West Region, Ireland
The Lord Kinsale is a bar and guest house in Kinsale, Co. Cork, Ireland and is one of the oldest establishments in Kinsale. This traditional inn, bed and breakfast offers en-suite rooms decorated to a high standard with TV's and WIFI for a comfortable stay and wonderful nights rest. In the bar restaurant enjoy quality home cooking from a great menu and leave place for dessert, the stone walled function room is available for private events, banquets and functions, and lends itself to any occasion, they can seat 70 or 100 for a buffet. The Lord Kinsale extends a warm Irish welcome where your comfort is their priority come visit, it's wonderful.READ MORE
Ballinacurra House2013-08-19
Located in Kinsale, County Cork, South-West Region, Ireland
Ballinacurra House in Kinsale, Co Cork, Ireland is a private estate available for exclusive hire within a walled garden, 40 acres of woodland and lawns. Enjoy old world opulence in an 18 century luxury Cork county mansion, that offers 5-star service and settings. Ballinacurra House is the perfect venue for your dream wedding, corporate meetings, team building events, golf groups, family reunions, private parties and any special occasion. All your needs can be met at the beautiful Ballinacurra House and they can arrange for expert services and activities on-site or in the nearby vicinity.READ MORE
Kinsale Golf Club2013-08-19
Located in Kinsale, County Cork, South-West Region, Ireland
Kinsale Golf Club in Kinsale, Co. Cork, Ireland was established in 1912 and is an 18 hole, par 72 championship rated golf course starting and finishing at the clubhouse. Kinsale Golf Club offers excellent facilities including a driving range, a separate chipping green and wedge practice area, a fully stocked golf shop with leading brands, golf tuition from the resident professional, and golf buggies and motorised caddy cars available for rent. Kinsale Golf Club also has a restaurant and licensed club bar which is open all year round.READ MORE
Crackpots2013-08-16
Located in Kinsale, County Cork, South-West Region, Ireland
Crackpots in the heart of Kinsale, Co. Cork, Ireland offers excellent seafood dishes, local seasonal meat and vegetarian creations. Crackpots has it all, from meals to ceramics made by the owners to an art gallery with local and international artist exhibits. There's accommodation here to complement the restaurant, and this includes a selection of modern and stylish apartment rooms and a bed and breakfast within walking distance. Crackpots offers a lovely venue for private events and functions and you can design your own menu. Come and enjoy an extensive menu with all produce locally sourced, it's a wonderful dining experience.READ MORE
Mary Enright Goldsmith and Jewellery Designer2013-08-18
Located in Kinsale, County Cork, South-West Region, Ireland
Mary Enright Goldsmith and Jewellery Designer in Kinsale, County Cork, Ireland can be seen working at her bench on-site, and this highly skilled goldsmith offers a stunning jewellery collection of timeless quality, classic in design. For your wedding ceremony select a unique and classic item that will be treasured for generations to come, start a fine jewellery collection that can be handed down to your future children and grandchildren, they'll love you for it, and cherish and remember you forever. Mary Enright Goldsmith and Jewellery Designer offers a wonderful on-line shopping experience, where the beautiful pieces are hard to resist, come invest in timeless quality and beauty.READ MORE