Discover Schull 2013/2014 Guide to Schull, Ballydehob Goleen & the Mizen www.schull.ie photo : David Bray
Contents
Foreword 2 Archaeology of the Area 44 2013 Calendar of Events 3 Historical 46 Local Services 4-5 Mizen Head Signal Station 47+49 What to do & see around Schull 6+8 Schull Community Council 50 Where to Stay 11-15 Schull Drama Group 51 Where to Eat 17 Fastnet Marine & Health Services in the Mizen Area 19 Outdoor Education Centre 53 Bus Éireann Timetable 20+21 Schull Agricultural Show 2013 55 West Cork Rural Transport 23 Schull Harbour Sailing Club 56-57 Fastnet Lighthouse 24+25 Fastnet Short Film Festival 58-59 Goleen, Crookhaven and Mizen 26+27 Schull Triathlon Club 61 Cape Clear 28 Schull Community Care 63 Ferry Services 29 Yawl Rowing Regatta Fixtures 2013 65 Ballydehob 30 Information for Boat Visitors 66 Walks around Schull 32-35 Schull Inshore Rescue Service 67 Map Of Schull centre Schull Tidy Towns 68-69 Summertime in Schull 38+39 Cadogan Strand 70 Art in Schull 2013 40 Schull Community Hospital 71 Schull Sunday Country Market 42-43 Index to Advertisers 72
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2 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 2013 Calendar of Events Date Activity Venue
9th March Fastnet Duathlon Schull 15th – 19th March St Patrick’s Day weekend / Parade Schull 22nd – 24th March Féile Átha Dá Chab (Trad Festival) Ballydehob 31st March Road Trotting Races Ballydehob Sundays from Easter Schull Sunday Market Schull 3rd – 6th May Ballydehob Jazz Festival Ballydehob 22nd – 26th May 5th Fastnet Short Film Festival Schull 2nd June Whit Weekend @ Goleen Community Centre Goleen 8th June Fastnet Triathlon Schull 14th – 16th June Fastnet Maritime & Folk Festival Ballydehob 17th June – 23rd August Sailing Courses @ The Marine Centre Schull 5th – 14th July Art in Schull Schull Mid July Table Tennis Training Camp Goleen 28th July Schull Agricultural Show Schull 29th July – 2nd August Cúi Camp Goleen August dtbc Harbour Swim Schull 6th – 9th August Calves Week Sailing Regatta & Festival Schull Tuesday 6th August Around the Islands Wednesday 7th August Around the Islands Thursday 8th August Fastnet Race Friday 9th August Around the Islands 9th – 10th Crookhaven Regatta Crookhaven 10th – 18th August Ballydehob Summer Festival Ballydehob 11th August Schull Regatta @ The Pier Schull 11th Aug ust Yawl Rowing Championship Regatta Schull 12th – 18th August Goleen Summer Festival Goleen 18th August Route 2 Crook Goleen 1st week in September Kidathon Schull 6th – 8th September Harvest Moon Festival Schull Mid October Scoireacht Goleen 26th – 27th October Old Time Threshing & Vintage Weekend Ballydehob 31st October Halloween Festival Schull 7th December Christmas Bazaar & Santa visit Schull 8th December Christmas Craft Fair Goleen 22nd December Schull Sunday Market – last of year Schull 25th December Christmas Day Swim in aid of COPE Schull
more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 3 Local Services All numbers are 028 unless otherwise stated Fire Brigade Credit Union Schull 999 or 112 Schull 28666 Schull Hospital Tuesday, Friday & Saturday Main Number 28120 Banks Bantry Hospital Allied Irish Bank - Skibbereen 21388 Accident & Emergency 027 50133 Bank of Ireland - Skibbereen 21700 PermanentTSB - Skibbereen 21950 Doctors AIB - Mobile Bank in Schull Schull Clinic 28311 Brosnan’s Car Park Goleen 35148 Monday, Thursday, Friday SouthDoc 1850 335 999 10.45 - 12.30 and 13.30 - 15.30 Dentists Library Schull - Seamus O’Donoghue 27636 Corner of Upper Main Street Skibbereen - Ms. C. McSweeney 21690 open Tuesday 2.30 - 5.30 Skibbereen - Mr. O’Brien 21197 Wednesday 9.30 - 1.00 & 2.00 - 5.30 Garda Siochana (Police) Thursday & Friday 2.30 - 5.30 Schull Barracks 28111 Sunday 11.30 - 1.30 pm Ballydehob 37111 Internet access available Goleen 35111 Taxi & Mini Bus Post Office Betty Johnson’s Bus Hire 28410 Newman’s 28110 086 2656 078 open Monday - Saturday (Half Day Sat) Luke Nolan Hackney 28215 Schull Harbour 086 833 7504 Helpful information board for Boat Ballydehob Hackney 086 8543 631 owners at the Pier West Cork Rural Transport 027 52727 Vet Timothy O’Leary 37180
PARKING From June - September there is very limited parking in Main Street, Schull Please avoid parking in this area. There is designated FREE parking located at Ardmanagh Car Park, Pier Road Car Park and East End Car Park. PLEASE PARK LEGALLY and WITH CONSIDERATION
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RUBBISH DISPOSAL & RUBBISH RECYCLING Cork County Council Public Dump (Derryconnell) between Schull and Ballydehob. Glass recycling, Paper, Cardboard and Plastic at Derryconnell. PLEASE USE IT ! ENTRY to the DUMP €3 - LARGE BLACK BAG €4 Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 9.00 - 5.00 Saturday 9.00 - 1.00
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD ANYONE DUMP RUBBISH !
Glass & Cans recycling also available at Schull Pier & Ballydehob The Little Way Charity Shop in Schull will take clean unbroken items Schull & District Community Council has a recyling centre - see map page 62
The Residents and the Development Associations work hard at keeping their areas tidy. We ask our visitors who enjoy our lovely villages and countryside of West Cork to keep it tidy as well Motorists please drive carefully & slowly as there are many Cyclists & Walkers about
Church Services - www.mizenparish.com
Catholic Services - Mass times may vary - please check Church Notice Boards Saturday Sunday Schull on Mon, Wed & Friday at 9.00 am 10.30 am Ballydehob on Tuesday & Thursday at 10.00 am 10.00 am 9.30 am Lowertown 8.00 pm Goleen on Tuesday & Thursday at 9.00 am 12 noon
Rev. Joseph Spillane, Ballydehob - 028 37116 Very Rev. Alan O’Leary, P.P. Schull - 028 35188
Church of Ireland Schull 10.00 am The Altar, Toormore 11.30 am Crookhaven 8.30 pm July - August Ballydehob 11.30 am Aughadown 10.15 am Rev.Trevor Lestor 028 28249 Rev. Steve McCann - Ballydehob/Aughadown - 028 37117 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 5 Things to do & see around Schull Lots to do and see around the area
WATER BASED ACTIVITIES BOAT HIRE Schull Watersports, The Pier, Schull 028 28554 Rossbrin Boatyard, Schull 028 37352 DIVING Divecology, Schull 028 28943 / 086 8372065 www.divecology.com ISLAND TRIPS Cape Clear/Fastnet/Baltimore - Cailín Óir - 028 41923 / 028 39159 Long Island/Water Taxi from Colla Pier - 086 172 1254 KAYAKING SKS 028 28554 / 086 1717700 [email protected] Atlantic Sea Kayaking 028 21058 www.atlanticseakayaking.com SAILING Fastnet Marine & Outdoor Centre 028 28515 www.schullsailing.ie Schull Harbour Sailing Club www.shsc.ie SEA ANGLING Blue Thunder Charters 086 8045351 SURFING Barley Cove Surf Camp 087 1532248 www.barleycovesurfcamp.com WHALE WATCHING Whale Watch West Cork 086 1200027 www.whalewatchwestcork.com LAND BASED ACTIVITIES ARCHERY West Cork Archery 086 0890879 BASKETBALL At Schull Tennis Courts BRIDGE Schull Bridge Club - Visitors welcome 028 28292 CYCLING Quiet roads on Mizen Peninsula & Sheeps Head Cycle Way FITNESS Schull Outdoor Gym by the Tennis Courts BOOTCAMP and other Fitness Classes 086 2404709 Personal Trainer - Deirdre Ni Challanian 086 2404709 www.ftbones.ie GARDENS Bantry House & Gardens 027 50047 www.bantryhouse.com Glebe Gardens, Baltimore 028 20232 www.glebegardens.com Carraig Abhainn Gardens, Durrus 027 61070 www.carrigabhainngardens.com Kilravock Gardens, Durrus 027 61111 www.kilravockgardens.com GOLF Bantry Bay Golf Club 027 50579 www.bantrygolf.com Skibbereen 028 21227 Glengarriff 027 63150 HIKING & Schull & Fitbones 086 2404709 www.ftbones.ie HILLWALKING Mt.Gabriel, Sheeps Head Way, Lough Hyne Woods, 3 Castle Head ORIENTEERING Ballydehob Schull & Fitbones 086 2404709
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HORSE RIDING Schull Equestrian Centre 028 28346 / 086 4163563 www.schullec.ie Dunbeacon Equestrian Centre 027 61532 - Lessons only Ballycummisk Riding School 087 7655993 / 086 7316299 QUAD BIKING West Cork Quad Adventure, Skibbereen 086 2536664 SUMMER CAMPS Adventure - Schull & Fitbones 086 2404709 www.ftbones.ie Art/Sport/Dance - Ballydehob Playgroup 028 37771 Créche/ After School/Pre- School - open all year SQUASH Schull Community College 028 28292 TABLE TENNIS Goleen Sports Hall 028 35371 TENNIS Schull Tennis Courts & Ballydehob Tennis Courts WALKING Several in this Guide - Maps & Charts 028 37370 / 087 2517452 FAMILY ACTIVITIES BEACHES Barley Cove beyond Goleen - Ballyrisode Beach, nr. Toormore Galley Cove, nr. Crookhaven - Trá an Oileáin, Cadogan Strand, Schull & lots of coves, piers & strands for swimming FAMILY OPEN FARM Loughbeg Farm Schull 028 27783 / 086 8197188 MIZEN HEAD Mizen Head Signal Station 028 35225 / 35115 www.mizenhead.ie MIZEN MARKET Middle of Main Street, Schull - Garden Centre, etc. PEDAL BOATS Ballydehob from mid July to August 087 6812347 PLANETARIUM Schull Community College 028 28552 PLAYGROUNDS Schull has two, Ballydehob, Goleen
WET DAYS CINEMA Bantry Cinemax 027 55777 www.cinemaxbantry.com HERITAGE CENTRE Skibbereen Heritage Centre 028 40900 www.skibbheritage.com HISTORIC HOUSES Bantry House & Gardens 027 50047 www.bantryhouse.com POTTERY Dunbeacon Pottery 027 61036 SWIMMING POOL West Lodge Hotel, Bantry 027 50560 www.westlodgehotel.ie Baltimore Pool 028 20622 www.baltimorepool.ie TAXI Luke Nolan, Schull 086 833 7504 Ballydehob Hackney 087 211 4291 DRESS for the WEATHER at Barnetts Main Street, Schull 028 28286 for wellies & raingear etc.
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Bed and Breakfast Address Phone all numbers are 028 unless otherwise indicated Glencairn B&B 0 Ardmanagh Drive 28007 Grove House - Katarina Runske 0 Colla Road 28067 Harbour Command - Betty Griffin 1 South Schull 086 169 4705 & 28335 Rock Hill House B&B 1 Colla Road 087 270 4534 Rookery Cottage - Rita Nyhan 0 Air Hill 28660 Seaview B&B 0 Schull 28373 Stanley House - Nancy Brosnan 1 South Schull 28425 Water’s Edge - Nuala Morgan 1 Coosheen 27674
Hotel & Guesthouse Grove House - Katarina Runske 0 Colla Road 28067 Corthna Lodge ¾ Schull 28517
more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 11 12 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull Where to Stay in Schull all numbers are 028 unless otherwise indicated Self Catering Address Phone Airhill House 0 Schull 086 6026445 Sheila Barnett Holiday Homes 0 Schull 28153 Centre Park 0 Schull 085 122 7771 Colla Pier Cottages 2 Colla, Schull 28122 Harbour Cottage 2 Colla, Schull 28717 Holiday Makers Individual Houses, Mizen Peninsula - D & M Collins 28350 Marian Hegarty 1 Schull 28446 The Moorings 0 Schull 28699 Schull Holiday Cottages ½ Schull 28122 Seascape Cottages Schull 0 Schull 28122 Stanley Cottages ½ Schull 28425
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Bed and Breakfast Address Phone An Carraig Ard - Hickeys 5 Ballydehob 37000 Carraig Mor House - Betty Johnson 4 Toormore 28410 Cluain Mara - Mary O’Driscoll 7 Cape Clear 39153 Fortview House - Violet Connell 5 Toormore 35324 The Heron’s Cove™ 10 Goleen 35225 Seafront B&B - Margaret Whitley 4½ Toormore 35364
Self Catering Address Phone Ar Glas Holiday Home 5 Ballydehob +447963 949202 Blair’s Cove Apartments 12 Durrus 027 61127 Cashelfean Holiday Houses 10 Durrus 027 62000 Crookhaven Coastguard Cottage 13 Crookhaven 28122 Fortview House - Violet Connell 5 Toormore 35324 Heron’s Cove 10 Goleen 35225 Molly Cottage 3 Glaun 27592 Rock Cottage - Barbara Klotzer 7 Barnatonicane 35538
Camping Sites at Dunbeacon AND Colla Road, Schull 028 28468
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BLACK SHEEP Schull - Extensive Bar Food all day 28022
BUNRATTY INN Schull - Extensive Bar Food all day 28341
CASA DIEGO Schull - Tapas 086 3978364
ELLEN’S RESTAURANT East End, Schull - Home cooked food 27613
GROVE HOUSE Colla Road - Lunch, Tapas & Dinner 28067
HACKETT’S BAR Main Street, Schull - Bar Food 28625
L’ ESCALE The Pier, Schull - Fish menu & Pizza 28599
NEW HAVEN RESTAURANT Schull - Lunch, Dinner & Pizza 28642
PARADISE CRÊPE Main Street, Schull - Crêpes 087 7437427
THE COURTYARD Main Street, Schull - French Café 27779
WATERSIDE RESTAURANT Schull - à la Carte and Café menu 28203 Where to Eat nearby
ANTONIO’S RISTORANTE Ballydehob - Italian Dishes & Pizzeria 37139
BLAIRSCOVE Durrus - Dinner Tuesday - Saturday 027 61127
THE CROOKHAVEN INN Crookhaven - Home cooked Bar Food 35309
THE HERON’S COVE™ Goleen - Children’s, Dinner & Á la Carte 35225
HUDSON’S WHOLEFOODS Ballydehob - Vegetarian Organic Lunches 37565
MIZEN HEAD CAFÉ Mizen Head Signal Station 35115 & 35225
all numbers are 028 unless otherwise indicated
more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 17 18 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull HEALTH SERVICES in the MIZEN AREA Mizen Medical Practice - Surgery Times - www.mizendoc.com All clinics are by appointment Please phone 028 35148 or 028 28311
SCHULL BALLYDEHOB GOLEEN MONDAY 9.30 - 11.30 9.30 - 12.00 3.00 - 5.00 3.00 - 4.30 TUESDAY 10.00 -11.30 10.00 - 11.30 3.00 - 5.00 WEDNESDAY 9.30 - 11.30 9.30 - 11.00 3.00 - 5.00 THURSDAY 10.00 - 12.00 10.30 - 12.00
FRIDAY 10.00 - 11.30 10.00 - 11.30 3.00 - 5.00 3.00 - 4.00 SATURDAY 11.00 - 11.30 Urgent Cases ONLY
SCHULL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL telephone 028 28120 fax 028 28831 21 bedded care of the older person providing Continuing Care, Respite Care, Convalescent Care, Rehab Care and Palliative Care for Ballydehob, Schull and Goleen area.
The Social Protection Officer is available every Thursday Morning between 9.30am – 11am in Schull.
For further information regarding the School Dentist please contact 028 28204.
The Physiotherapist is available by appointment only – contact 086 7871588.
The Immunisation Clinic is on the 1st Thursday of every month in Schull at 9am and the 1st Friday of every month in Ballydehob at 9am.
Child Development appointments are arranged through the Public Health Nurse.
The Chiropodist is available by appointment only – Medical Card Holders can contact 028 40429.
The Home Help Organiser attends Schull on Wednesday’s at 9am. They can be contacted on 028 28398. Out of Hours Emergencies SouthDoc 1850 335 999
more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 19 20 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 21 22 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull West Cork Rural Transport TUESDAY SERVICE Bantry - Goleen - Schull - Bantry DEPART DEPART BANTRY 1.45 pm GOLEEN 9.55 am DURRUS 2.00 pm SCHULL 10.20 am SCHULL 2.20 pm DURRUS 10.45 am GOLEEN 2.45 pm ARRIVE BANTRY 11.00 am ARRIVE BANTRY 3.30 pm WEDNESDAY SERVICE Goleen - Schull - Skibbereen - Goleen DEPART GOLEEN 10.30 am DEPART SKIBBEREEN 2.00 pm SCHULL 10.50 am BALLYDEHOB 2.20 pm BALLYDEHOB 11.00 am SCHULL 2.30 pm ARRIVE SKIBBEREEN 11.15 am ARRIVE GOLEEN 2.50 pm THURSDAY SERVICE Bantry - Skibbereen - Ballydehob - Bantry DEPART BANTRY 7.30 am DEPART BANTRY 4.45 pm SKIBBEREEN 8.00 am SKIBBEREEN 5.20 pm NOT Monday BALLYDEHOB 8.20 am by request BALLYDEHOB 5.40 pm NOT Monday DURRUS 8.35 am ARRIVE BANTRY 6.00 pm ARRIVE BANTRY 9.00 am FRIDAY SERVICE Bantry - Goleen - Schull - Bantry DEPART DEPART BANTRY 2.05 pm GOLEEN 9.55 am DURRUS 2.20 pm SCHULL 10.20 am SCHULL 2.40 pm DURRUS 10.45 am GOLEEN 3.05 pm ARRIVE BANTRY 11.00 am ARRIVE BANTRY 3.50 pm
5 Main Street, Bantry Tel: 027 52727 Fax: 027 52732 [email protected] www.ruraltransport.ie more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 23 160 Years of the Fastnet Lighthouse t is a commonly £20,000. During a gale held that the in November 1881 the construction of the glass was broken by the IFastnet Lighthouse sea and one lens was represents the zenith of damaged. lighthouse construction The Fastnet Rock is in Ireland and it is approximately 9 miles arguably Ireland’s most from Schull and 4½ recognisable lighthouse. miles southwest of Completed 110 years ago, Clear Island. The tide the Fastnet Lighthouse rise 12 feet and currents is monument to the round the rock at vision, workmanship and Springtides can attain perseverance of those a force of 3 knots. It is involved. Indeed the a very rare occurrence light would have been for the water to be 109 years in operation sufficiently smooth to this year had not a storm enable people to step in October 1903 washed away part of the out onto the rock. light apparatus. The remaining apparatus In 1891 it was decided that the old had to be returned to England for repair lighthouse was not powerful enough and as and it was May 1904 before the new light the Fastnet Rock was the principal landfall was in place. light on the Southwest Coast, it should be In the early 19th Century, Ireland had only made as powerful as circumstances would three sea lights on its South West Corner: permit. Loophead at the mouth of the Shannon So in 1896 preparations started for the River, The Old Head of Kinsale and the foundations of the new tower. third on the highest point of Clear Island. The second lighthouse consists of 89 It was the location of the Clear Island light courses, 2074 stones and weighs 4,633 that led to the building of a lighthouse in tons. The tower was erected in sections of the Fastnet Rock. 6-8 courses at a time in the contractors yard Thef rst Fastnet lighthouse was a cast iron in Cornwall and inspected before being tower designed by George Halpin. It was shipped out to Rock Island in Crookhaven started in 1849 and fnished in 1853 and Harbour, where they had built an office, was built because the old light on Clear stores, carpenters and blacksmiths shops Island was too far inside outlying danger and a barrack for the workmen, together and at so high an elevation that it was with dwellings for the lighthouse keeper frequently obscured by fog. and magazines for cotton powder, charges The cost including shore dwellings was and detonators.
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There was a specially built steamer for They kept a one man watch by day; two landing the materials on the Fastnet, were on duty at night and the other to named the Ierne at 126 feet long, she could signal and look out for fog. As soon as fog carry 90 tons loaded. was seen another man was called to work The masonry was completed in one week the fog signal. under 4 years. There is a central water tank, The annual cost of maintenance and which holds 3,250 gallons of fresh water repairs to the station was about £1,000 not in the base of the lighthouse. Above this including the travelling expenses of the tank are 8 rooms topped off by the optical keepers. apparatus and lantern. The lantern had In October 1969, the Fastnet became a single flash recurring every 5 seconds the frst Irish Lighthouse at which and the power of the beam at maximum normal scheduled relief was carried out intensity was equivalent to 750,000 candles by helicopter. Principal Keeper, Edward at it used 1.2 pints of oil at maximum Hickey, was returned to his station at output. The cost of mantles etc. was about Castletownbere and the Assistant Keeper, £45 per annum and the ammunition for the Flan Egan, went ashore on liberty. This fog signal was on average £260 per year. was a milestone in the use of helicopters in The lighthouse was completed on 16th July Ireland and in the history of Irish lights. 1904 for approximately £90,000. There Since 1989 the lighthouse has been was a staff of 6 keepers; 4 at a time on unmanned and now operates on an the rock and 2 ashore. Reliefs were made automatic basis. twice monthly, if the weather allowed, so So now, there are no watchful eyes on they had one month on and 2 weeks off. ‘Carraig Aonar.’ Carraig Aonar, meaning The lighthouse keepers performed all the lonely rock, is the Irish name given to signalling and telegraphy duties and Lloyds the Fastnet Rock. It is also known as the Insurance of London paid £200 per year to ‘Teardrop of Ireland’ as it was the last thing cover the costs of these duties. emigrants would see as they left.
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he Mizen Peninsula, at Ireland’s most south-westerly point, is renowned worldwide for the beauty of its rugged landscape and ancient heritage. A tour of the Mizen Ring gives you a chance to immerse yourself in the various strands thatT make the Mizen unique, from geology, fauna, birds and flora to the influence of man and his history on the landscape. Travelling West from Schull you drive along the bog road built originally in the 18th Century to carry butter to Cork for export to the new colonies.
Goleen Travelling on through the townlands of Kealfadda, Balyrisode and Ballydevlin you arrive in Goleen. This village was built during the 19th Century at a crossroads where a cattle fair was regularly held. You will notice the extremely wide road winding through the village and all the house were originally built as shops. Falling away left of the village is the hidden harbour form which the village takes its name. ‘GoÍlín’ (little inlet) is easily recognisable once you venture down the lane. Although the harbour dries at low tide, giving great feeding for a variety of wildlife including a fox and a pheasant, there is a deepwater quay at the entrance to accommodate fshing boats and yachts. Barley Cove
26 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull Crookhaven Crookhaven Harbour is as picturesque today as it was useful in its heyday, being a large and sheltered harbour. You pass the old Roadstone Quarry on the side of the mountain, which provided metalling for the roads of Wales until 1945. There are a number of Bronze Age feld monuments scattering the hills surrounding Crookhaven. The Ordnance Survey Discovery Series Map 88 will indicate the whereabouts for you. The village of Crookhaven has a distinguished history as the last port of call for ships journeying to America. Over the centuries, ships stocked up with provisions here before tacking the Atlantic Ocean. All the shipping lines had agents located here to tell the ships in which port their cargo had been sold. At the start of the 20th Century it was said you could cross the harbour on the decks of boats. 700 people lived and worked in the village as opposed to the 29 permanent inhabitants today. Marconi came here to try to send his frst radio message across the Atlantic and he ftted the frst telegraphic equipment to the Fastnet Rock Lighthouse to communicate with the passing ships.
Barley Cove Barley Cove is a large sand beach backed by sand dune, these dunes were thrown up in the tidal wave which swept Europe after the earthquake in Lisbon in 1755. Today the dunes have been partially eroded but are protected, like much of the coastal area here, as European Designated Special Areas of Conservation. The road goes to the east of the beach across a causeway bisecting Lissagriffin Lakes and at the T-junction you turn left to Mizen Head.
Mizen Head Mizen Head Visitor Centre has been developed by a local tourism co-operative. The signal station was built in 1905 to protect shipping from the cliffs during fogbound journeys. It is a spectacular location with its folded rocks and high cliffs. The signal station is on an island joined to the mainland with a fne example of an arched bridge. If you have plenty of puff you can return up the 99 steps, but there is an easier path for the less energetic. Well worth a visit! Another gem of the Mizen Peninsula is Three Castle Head, with three Tower Houses with curtain walling. Built in the 15th Century on the site of a Bronze Age Promontory Fort, the Castles stand sentinel beside a cliff top lake. Access is restricted at the moment due to the unstable state of the castles. photo: Robert Bateman
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ape Clear, Ireland’s southernmost From June to August students come inhabited island, 3 miles long by 1 to perfect their Irish and participate in mile wide, lies just 8 miles off the cultural and outdoor activities. Cape’s CWest Cork mainland and a 45 minute boat remoteness coupled with its proximity to journey from Schull. Cape’s wild romantic the continental shelf, makes it the foremost scenery, its sparkling harbours, its cliffs, centre for birdwatching in Ireland. bogs and lakes, all contribute to the island’s There was previously a Church of Ireland, unspoilt charm. Heather , gorse and wild which after its demolition in 1933, the flowers cover the rugged hills. Myriad stone Cornish Stone was transferred to Schull walls have a patchwork effect on the varied to be used in the construction of what is landscape dotted with Megalithic standing now the former AIB Bank at the top of stones, a 12th Century church ruin and a the town. 14th Century O’Driscoll castle. In 1847, before the famine, the population Saint Ciarán, the island’s patron saint, is Cape Clear was 1200. Every house had allegedly the earliest of Ireland’s four pre- it’s hand-quern for grinding wheat. The patrician saints. islanders raised sheep, grew flax and The Catholic Church lies in the centre of fshed. the island with the island’s Heritage Centre Tagann agus imionn na fáinllleóga agus alongside, this open every day during the cuairteoirí eil an tsamhraidh, scoláirí, summer. turasóirí, ceoltóirí, lucht na mbád gach Oileán Chléire is Gaeltacht. Most of the bliain. Tagann siad ina sluaite agus is island’s 140 inhabitants speak Irish and aoibhinn leo saol an Oileán Chléire atá ag English, so if wish to practice your ‘cÚpla athrú de shíor agus beidh fáilte roimh an focail’ they will willingly help you. Chuairteoir, samhradh nó geimhreadh.
North Harbour 28 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull Ferry Services SCHULL to CAPE CLEAR RETURN FARES JUNE - Wed & Sat only Adult €16 JULY & AUGUST Child - U14 accompanied by Adult €8 Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun Student €10 Depart Schull - 11.00 & 17.00 Family - 2 Adults + 2 Children €40 Depart Cape Clear - 09.30 & 16.00 Bicycles €2
SCHULL to BALTIMORE RETURN FARES Depart Schull - 11.00 Adult €25 Cape Clear to Baltimore - 12.00 Child - U14 accompanied by Adult €12.50 Baltimore to Cape Clear - 14.00 Student €15 Cape Clear to Schull - 16.00 Family - 2 Adults + 2 Children €55
FASTNET TOUR FARES JUNE, JULY & AUGUST Full Excursion - Return Fare to Cape Wednesday & Saturday Clear, Fastnet Rock & visit to Heritage Depart Schull - 11.00 Centre - 10% off online booking €32 Depart Baltimore - 10.30 Fastnet leg only - fare from Cape Clear Island €12
Explore North Harbour on arrival in Cape Clear - Tourist Office, Crafts, Refreshments etc. 12.30 - Visit Fastnet Display & Heritage centre by Mini Bus Walk back to the Harbour - 10 minutes 14.00 - Sailing to Fastnet Return sailings to Schull & Baltimore as per schedule All sailings subject to weather & other conditions Group Rates available - phone : 028 41923 or 028 39159 Check www.schullferry.com for full schedule & services LONG ISLAND FERRY AND WATER TAXI From Colla Pier - Sailings to Long Island, Water Taxi, Diving & Fishing Trips, Eco Tours and Pleasure Trips with The Chieftain - Maurice Coughlan: 086-1721254 Ferry to Long Island April through October Schedule Monday, Wednesday and Friday Depart Colla Pier 8.45 Depart Long Island 17.00 Saturday and Sunday Depart Colla Pier 9.45 Depart Long Island 16.00 Single Adult €5 Same day return €7 Single Child €2 Same day return €3 Under 5 years complimentary Water Taxi Booking Charge €25 plus fares above All sailings subject to weather etc. - Fully Licenced, equipped and insured for 12 persons more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 29 Ballydehob The Ballydehob International Jazz Festival 3rd - 6th May being caught.
In the village there is a public monument to Ballydehob’s most famous son - world wrestling champion - Danno O’Mahony. Descendants of his family still live in the area and are very willing to regale you with old anecdote should you fnd them drinking a pint of the fne black stuff in one of the local pubs. o enter a different world, just break Ballydehob also has the reputation of your journey at the southwest nuturing the Arts and is home to several hingepoint of the N71 and stop musicians, writers, artists, sculptors and atT Ballydehob. From the east the village craft workers in a variety of media. From suddenly appears snuggled in the embrace many of the bars, the strains of traditional of the sheltering Mount Gabriel, the folk music can be heard at evening time. colourful gables reflecting the morning sun. It is a place of beauty and peace. Food is not neglected either with internationally renowned restaurants and Before entering the town you will view an cafes catering for pockets of varying depth inviting children’s playground on the left, and different tastes. shadowed by the elegant old railway viaduct with it 12 arches. Opposite you will fnd Should you fnd yourself with some spare newly surfaced tennis & basketball courts time on your hands, take a short trip for those who wish to take some energetic following the N71 to one of the rarest exercise. fnds of all - Gortnagrough Museum. Located just off the N71 about 2.5 From the walkway over the viaduct the miles from Ballydehob Bridge. This will estuary seems flled with waders and take you on a trip down memory lane. wildfowl on the ebb tide. Younger children will be fascinated at the implements their (great) grandparents had Over the hill to the south you can fnd a to use in olden days. Every room in the horse-riding school. Many charming walks home is on show and for those budding and cycle routes touch the coastline in this environmentalists the old farmyard area offering stunning views of the islands machinery is a must. and the distant Fastnet Rock Lighthouse. In the waters beyond there is good fshing This charming gateway to the rugged and from chartered boats, with a large variety beautiful Mizen peninsula should not be of fsh including several types of Shark missed.
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ake up your own walk up and down the laneways around Schull by following the small roads on the map (see centre pages) or use the local Ordinance Survey ‘Discovery Series’ map no 88. ‘Google Earth’ and OSI.IE also have Museful aerial photography to help you explore. Anyway you will hardly get lost with the Harbour (south) and Mount Gabriel (north) as your compass points. The following suggestions all include a green road or off-road element. Sections are likely to be muddy, especially in wet weather.
Please remember you will be walking across farm land when you are on a green road. •SHUT ALL GATES•DOGS MUST BE ON LEADS•NO LITTER•NO FIRES• So on with the walking boots, grab the bottle of water and enjoy! Walk 2 - Colla Ring long (5kms) & short (4kms) Starting at the ruined church on Colla Road, continue south for 2kms to Colla Pier along the coast road with spectacular views over Long Island. For the short route, turn right just after the ‘Colla Pier Cottages’. This is the old road to Schull. It passes uphill though a farmyard and becomes a track. At the top turn right photo: Julia Zagar rejoining the long route. Alternatively for the long route, continue Walk 1 - The Foreshore Walk on past the pier, keep right and arrive at long (2.5kms) & short (1.5kms) a T-junction after 1km. Turn right and follow the road over the hill, where the This route is now marked with distinctive short route rejoins, with excellent views Yellow ‘SlÍ na Sláinte’ signs. There is a down over the harbour. Turn right at the map of the route on a post in the car-park T-junction and arrive back at the ruined opposite the hotel. You go via the tennis church. courts, cross over the pier (head up to the Colla Road here on the short route) and the sailing centre, passing several sheltered rocky coves. The last one is the ‘dog hole’ a favourite swimming spot in the summer. Head up to the grave yard by the ruined church before retuning to the village along Colla Road.
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Walk 3 (1km). Enjoy a well earned refreshment Derryconnell - Barnacleeve/Schull and arrange a lift back or time your walk to (11kms) or Ballydehob (6.5kms) return by bus (see pages 20-23 for times)
Either get dropped at Derryconnell Cross by car or walk the 3kms from Schull via the old Ballydehob road (see start of walk 4). Take the small road across the marsh heading north and turn left after 300m onto a gated track just before the frst house. Follow the track bearing right around the Walk 4 - Old Ballydehob Road - farmhouse & keep right through a gate Dereenatra – Schull and onto a tarred road. Turn left and take Long (10kms) & short (6.5kms) the next right (just after a cream coloured cottage) onto a green road which winds Start at Tra na Oileain (Cadogan Strand). its way uphill to the east of Barnacleeve Walk along the beach and join the small Gap with stunning views. Pass the water road heading east. (If the tide is high use tanks and continue down to emerge onto the main road and take the frst right) After the Letter Road through a gate and a 400M turn left on a gravel track just before farmyard. the old mill house. This is the old Schull –Ballydehob green road which is very quiet Option A:- Turn left and left again at and beautiful. You pass alongside a small the T-junction (2kms) to bring you to the river fnally crossing it by stepping stones, top of Barnacleeve Gap with a marvellous pass through a farm and climb gently view over the harbour. Continue down to a with fne views behind you over Schull Y junction, bear left and fnally joining the Harbour. Pass another farm and the track main Ballydehob-Schull road at the old soon arrives at a tarmac road. Turn left workhouse. Turn right and walk with care here to Derryconnell Cross if continuing 200m to the frst turn on the right. Follow onto walk 3. If taking the short cut turn this small road through the townland of right here and keep right at 2 forks in the Cooradarrigan, keeping left at any tarred road and this will bring you down to the junction. It is quiet and beautiful and it large farm yard on the Rossbrin- Schull is hard to imagine you are so close to the Road. Go straight across to rejoin the main village. Soon you arrive back on the main walk. However for those wishing to take road opposite at Tra na Oileain. in Dereenatra, continue straight ahead on the green road. At present this section is Option B:- Turn right and continue very muddy in wet weather, however the towards Ballydehob, reaching the Durrus Community Council plan to improve it and road after 2kms, turn right for the village continue the route on towards Ballydehob.
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Turn right at the next tarred road, go (if closed, ensure you close it behind you) straight across the next junction and then immediately right through another arrive at the very picturesque harbour gate (please close it!) - you are now leading of Dereenatra after 2.5kms. Turn sharp onto the hillside. Follow a vague track for a left to pass the pier. A lovely place for a few hundred metre then veer off left onto swim in summer! Continue straight ahead another track. Follow where it becomes a and turn left at the old farmers creamery stoney track until you reach a flatish boggy building after 1km. Walk a further 1km section. Veer off to the left, go through and you pass a large farm yard on your felds of rough pasture with old stone walls, right, (The short cut rejoins here). Turn left aiming to the right of a old stone ruin. just after here then right and right again Now the real climb starts! Head up and down a steep section of road, turn left and best foot forward! it is 1km back to your starting point. Halfway up the steep climb one crosses a linear marsh from where you can look across right to the radar domes at the summit. Keep going straight up crossing another area of flat marshland. When you reach the ridge near the end of the climb turn right towards the summit keeping to Walk 5 -Mount Gabriel 8kms the ridge. On the far side of the ridge there is a large flat marsh with a fence running There is no right or wrong way up Mt. through it. Drop down to the marsh and Gabriel and it can be accessed from all follow the fence, climbing a little to a small sides. mountain lake. Head over two small hills REMEMBER: even on a warm day it will towards the radar domes. be considerably cooler on top - so dress for Keeping the frst radar dome to your the weather. It invariably is wet underfoot. right go over a low collapsed fence to the Below is a route walkable from the village surfaced road between the domes. Half but there is no proper track - once you are way along, a track to the right takes you to on the open hillside it is cross country all the Trig Point. the way! Now take a breather and enjoy the views - Mizen, Roaringwater Bay, almost the whole Coming from the village, turn right at the of West Cork, Dunmanus and Bantry Bay Bunratty at the top of the town. After a all the way to the Macgillycuddy Reeks in 600m road walk turn right onto a narrow Kerry! tarmaced road. It beds sharply to the left after 500m: then after another 200m take One can return the same way, aiming for a right turn. Walk 700m on a tarmac road the western side of Schull harbour as a ending at a house. Go through the gate rough guide.
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n welcoming you to Schull we very you have a keen eye, you can probably spot much hope you enjoy your visit. a seal or two playing peek-a-boo around Summertime offers many diversions the pier. Ifor your holiday entertainment and The local Angling Competitions are enjoyment. a must for those wishing to put a wager Avail yourself of the many watersporting on their skills as Captain Ahab. The activities, you could fnd it very difficult Schull Sea Angling Club holds regular to decide between windsurfng, sailing competitions which are open to all visitors: dinghies, kayaks or going underwater you should check locally for exact dates. If for a bit of scuba diving. You could fnd a private outing is your choice, then check everything necessary to fll your stay by the adverts and pick a boat for the day with wandering down to the pier and checking friends and family. with the local adverts. If sailing is your Every child is dying to spend a day chosen adventure, novice or just for a with his toes buried in the sand and Barley tune up, the Fastnet Marine Outdoor Cove is just the place! Waiting invitingly Education Centre offers 5 day sailing with its golden sand and stretching surf, courses throughout the summer. Barley Cove is an absolute must. Nationally The waters off our picturesque coastline known as one of the most picturesque are flled with dolphins, seals, whales and strands in Ireland, as the rolling sand dunes sharks - if you go to the right areas. Schull collide with the rugged cliffs, children will is blessed with a variety of boatmen who fnd warm rivers meandering from the would be able to take you to the right sandy dunes into the waiting sea. A perfect spot. Stop on one of the islands and take day out! a snapshot or two of the lazing seals - if If a quick swim on shallow, sandy photo: Carlos Benlayo photo: David Bray
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beaches are what you are looking for, then Garden enthusiasts should look for the Ballyrisode is just for you. Make sure you go ‘West Cork Garden Trail’ Brochure with early as parking is limited and sometimes details of gardens open to the public. difficult. Further afeld, you ought to visit Many sailing events are hosted by the Mizen Visitor Centre at the tip of Schull throughout the summer including the Mizen Peninsula with its famous the 4 days of competitive yacht sailing suspension bridge and enjoy a tour of the that is Calves Week and also the Fastnet lighthouse. International Schools Regatta. Those interested in Arts & Crafts Ferries are available for tours around should stop at one of the local Craft the islands, or for those who wish to tarry Centres and take advantage of the talents a ferry will deliver you to Cape Clear or of the many excellent craftspeople who live Sherkin in the morning and shuttle you in West Cork. Courses are held in local back to Schull for the evening. studios and galleries and give children and For land based adventures, there are a adults the rare opportunity to exploit their number of pony trekking facilities from own talents and take home a treasured riding on local roads to venturing off piece of jewellery, sculpture, pottery or toward the sunset across open countryside. just a decorative object that only you can Bicycles can be hired for a closer look appreciate and cherish. at the sights that flash past, usually unseen After your long day’s excursion and by the motorists, at a pace to suit yourself. exertions there are a fne selection of pubs There are plenty of walks and golf for and restaurants in the town waiting to those who enjoy a walk with a purpose. cater for you. Tennis Courts, a squash court (at Schull Could there be a better way to prepare Community College), Planetarium, for tomorrow? Library and a Children’s playground. photo: Tom Newman photo: Tom
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rt in Schull is one of the traditional highlights of Summer in Schull. AThe Festival will officially open on Friday 5th July at 6 pm with “Art around Town’.’ Everyone’s opportunity to come face to face with some of the most talented artists in West Cork.
Businesses throughout the village, including pubs, restaurants, cafes and shop windows showcase exhibitions of paintings, photography and sculpture. This is your private view and a chance to meet the artists over a glass of wine and talk to them about their work and perhaps buy a little something for your collection.
The Committee are working on all the details of this year’s festival and details will be announced soon.
Check out www.schull.ie for more details.
Lots to do and see - so hope to see you there!
40 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 41 Schull Sunday Country Market www.schullmarket.com single one but amongst the many attractions to compete for the eye are the famous cheeses and bacon from the Gubbeen Smoke House situated on the outskirts of the village, the renowned Krawcyzk pork products hot from the hands of the man known in these parts as Frank the Sausage or for those who wish to sample the flavour off rst class Irish beef, there are also the choice burgers provided by Frankie BBQ. But this is only a taster and only a glance is required to know there is much more to be savoured from the top quality breads freshly baked by Eithne McCarthy with a selection of preserves ince the opening of Schull’s unique to accompany them, the mouth watering range Sunday Country Market in 2002, the of olives & Toonsbridge Mozzarella supplied by venue has become an established success Gik, the local honey from the hives of Pat Love, andS a popular social meeting point for both the interesting innovative food from Gnosh, locals and visitors to the area. Apart from the the delicious pizza and spelt bread from the occasional groan about the capricious weather kitchen of Jules Thomas along with a variety conditions which are beyond the control of the of other delights fresh from the oven ranging traders, the only complaint has been ‘Where is from porter cake to cinnamon pinwheels. As the market being held ‘ due to the necessity in if this isn’t enough to tempt the palette, there recent years for the market to move from one is a range of organic fruits and vegetables site to another according to seasonal demands. picked fresh from the crop and Mr. Pettersen’s Schull Market is celebrating not only the good Raspberry Vinegar and Vinaigrette that isn’t news that it now has a permanent site on the limited to livening up salads but adds a spark of Pier Car Park with the advantage of a flat surprise to many other dishes from strawberries surface and with parking for customers close to ice cream, even champagne (might have to be to hand on the East End car park. It is also in Prosecco in these difficult times)! celebratory mode after receiving a Bord Bia award in 2010 after qualifying on the grounds So depending on the weather, bring a shopping of providing excellent artisan produce and high basket to carry away all you need for a true percentage of genuinely hand crafted goods. taste of Ireland’s best for an unforgettable feast or better still, bring a blanket on which to sit for The market is open from 10pm to 2pm on a never to be forgotten picnic in the park . Sundays from Easter, ideal for browsing at leisure with a freshly prepared and flavoursome snack on the hoof or selecting the very best of local produce for a special Sunday feast whether it be a indoors or a picnic on the grass conveniently within reach with a splendid view of the Atlantic and sailing ships moving in and out of the harbour. A full list of all the delicious items on offer is too long to include every
42 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull Schull Sunday Country Market www.schullmarket.com With the Bord Bia stamp of approval, visitors in search of a genuine handcrafted item crafted in the locality of Schull can be assured that the same high standard extends to the craft section where a number of traders are present to sell their own creations and on some occasions, demonstrate how they are made while inviting those so inclined to have a go to try their hand. Tory can be found busy with the needles in the process of knitting one of her beautiful sweaters. Original art works and prints from the studio of Jules will also be found on display and not is freshly brewed Arabica coffee produced in to be missed are the unique creations created small batches, hot chocolate, tea and last but not by Paul Field who specialises in windchimes least, the much in demand ice cool traditional and delicate assemblages. Guests in search of lemonade made in Dunmanus with water fresh a gift for their hosts on parting may fnd the from the well. ideal solution from the range of splendid hand For those who enjoy live musical entertainment, thrown and decorated pottery at Shiona's there is a chance of catching the amazing Shoe stall, the delightful selection of hand painted String Band who are prepared to spend their glassware designs on Martin’s counter or the Sundays raising funds for Animal Welfare or jewellery designed and assembled in West even a classical harpist. Plant lovers, especially Cork studios of Delisa and Blue Venetian, the those who hanker after unusual herbs, will be array of attractive aprons and other items sewn drawn to the seasonal selection cultivated by or knitted by Jenny and other items which Doris at Peppermint Farm and to the wide conform to the standard of being produced on and colourful ranges displayed Bumble Bee the ‘kitchen table.’ Younger visitors who may not Nursery. have any interest in the above mentioned list Schull Market - good food, great crafts and a whole lot more ......
are likely to remain in one place, the wonderful Wizard Wands made by Gary. For the thirsty in need of refreshment, there
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eople often regard archaeology as be found in Dunmanus East, Lisheen and something unchanging, totally static. Coordarrigan. They could not be more wrong. The famous Mt. Gabriel copper mines are SomethingP new always turns up and on the southeast slopes of the mountain, changes our perception of the prehistoric south of the gap on the Schull/Durrus past, throwing new light on an aspect about road. The only prehistoric stone circle in which we thought the last word had been the area is at Dunbeacon. said. Archaeology does change and there is Iron Age a future for our past. The are a number of Coastal promontory Forts in the area. Two of the most Neolithic Period spectacular are at Three Castle Head and The known Neolithic monuments in Dooneen on Dunmanus Bay. the area are a portal dolmen tomb in Early Christian Period Arderawinney north of the Schull/Gollen Ringforts are the most common type for road, one mile east of Toormore Bay and this period. They were the farmsteads the recently discovered Passage Tomb of the time and the best examples are at on top of the highest hill on Cape Clear Rathooragh, Lissacaha, Meenvane and Island. Rathruane. There are a small number of monastic sites, notably at Croagh Bay, Our own Mizen Archaeological Kilbrown and Coosheen. A 9th Century and Historical Society publishes church ruin on West Skeam Island was the Mizen Journal which has established a great reputation excavated in 1990 and early dates have over the years for excellent been obtained. contributions and some very fine research Medieval Period Kilmoe Church, near Barley Cove has a 12th Century east gable. There are O’Mahony Bronze Age castles at Three Castle Head, Leamcon, Ardintenant, The most common tomb type from this Rossbrin, Dunmanus period is Wedge Tomb and there are many and Dunbeacon. A examples in the area. Altar Tomb, on McCarthy castle the eastern side of Toormore Bay is now stands on the seashore designated a National Monument. at Kilcoe, and there Further west is the recently excavated wedge are O’Driscoll castles tomb in the townland of Toormore in at Whitehall, Sherkin which a bronze axe was found and donated and Cape Clear to the National Museum. A replica is now Islands. All the castles on display at the Altar Restaurant. Other were built in the 14th wedge tombs can be seen at Arduslough or 15th centuries. and in Kilbronogue. Boulder tombs can photo: Chris O’Dell
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he ruins of St. Mary’s Church functioned as a local hospital serving the stand in the local cemetery on whole community. Colla Road, Schull. It is a pre- reformationT church with extensive The workhouse burned down in 1921 alterations and repairs done in the 18th during the troubles. and 19th Century. In 1854 it was replaced by the nearby Holy Trinity Church. The old tramway station can be seen at the entrance to Schull. It is now a private The old section of the graveyard contains house. the Famine Burial area. The Great Famine of 1843/1848 had a devastating effect on The Catholic Church, modernised in the Mizen Peninsula. Canon O’Rourke recent years, was built in 1826. in ‘The Great Irish Famine’ published in 1874 wrote, “The graveyard in Schull was doubled in size to receive upwards of half the population within its bosom in a single year.” The 1841 Census fgures for Schull were 17,314 - ten years later in 1851 they were 11,000.
Below the Church there is a famine memorial erected by the local Historical Society.
There are many interesting graves including the Hull Family vault - a family which dominated the area, as landlords, for nearly three hundred years.
Danno O’Mahony, of Ballydehob, the former World Wrestling Champion, is also buried here.
At the East End of Schull are the ruins of the old workhouse which was built in 1850, too late for the Great Famine but still necessary to accommodate the destitute of the post-famine years. By the turn of the century the workhouse hospital photo: David Bray
46 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull Mizen Head Signal Station Ireland’s Most Southwesterly Point Above - Mizen Head Visitor Centre he Mizen Head Signal The dynamic visitor centre by the Station Experience large car park is where Mizen Café, Gift Shop & Washrooms are for your At the end of the Mizen Peninsula, the comfort, free of charge. Tcliffs of Mizen Head rise high above There is a charge to continue through the Atlantic Ocean, where the currents to the Signal Station. meet from the west and south coasts and waves from the mid-Atlantic crash into the land. In all weathers, the Mizen is spellbinding. Expect an exhilarating and satisfying visit. First you can see the Display Halls with a Navigational Aids Simulator that shows Mizen Head from the sea, Fastnet Hall, the Geology of the Mizen, the Fastnet Rescue Tide Clock, Tidal Mural, Historical Tour of the Mizen Peninsula, the Building of the old and new Bridge. On the Way A cliff walk to the Signal Station Mizen Head Signal Station is 3 (fully protected with fending) with experiences in 1 exciting package. First new paths to the viewing platform for you can visit the Visitor Centre near the Sea Arch and two others on the the car park, then go down the Path cliffs overlooking Dunlough Bay with across the new Mizen Bridge to the views up the coast to Sheep’s Head and Signal Station and the Lights at the Beara, the famous 99 steps, across the most Southwesterly Point of Ireland. iconic Mizen Bridge amid stunning Along the way you can take detours scenery with the possibility of seeing along new pathways to see the views seals, kittiwakes, gannets and choughs. of Dunlough Bay and the Sea Arch One of the best places in the world to near the underwater wreck of a 1798 see Minke, Fin and Humpback Whales French frigate. and Dolphins, the Mizen is an ever A full visit will take 1-2 hours changing experience. more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 47 48 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull Down Below - Mizen Head Signal Signal Station. The scaffolding had a Station and Lights life of 3-5 years. The Bridge had to be Keepers' Quarters in the former Irish replaced. An expensive job! After fve Lights Signal Station; the Engine years of negotiations, the job started Room with Marconi Radio Room before the October holiday weekend and The Workman's Quarters with in 2009. The Commissioners of Irish the Mizen Map Collection, Birds, Lights, Cork County Council and Whales and Dolphins, Wrecks and Fáilte Ireland joined forces to fund the CIL Ships displays. new Bridge. It looks just like the old one, but it is wider. It is constructed in concrete reinforced with stainless steel. It is guaranteed for the next 150 years. The contractors were Carillion Irish Enco; the engineers, RPS. The bridge was completed by January 2011, but Cork County Council applied for and was granted further funding from Fáilte Ireland to do some repair work New Mizen Bridge on one of the Signal Station buildings 2012 was a very special year for and to develop four more paths to Mizen Head Signal Station. The enhance the visitors’ experience. This new Mizen Bridge opened in March work is fnished and the new paths are 2012. The famous Arched open. Bridge In November 2011 the Mizen Foot was 100 years old in 2010. It had Bridge project was awarded Engineers given great service. Until 1993 it was Ireland Project of the Year, given used solely by the Commissioners of a Commendation in the Heritage Irish Lights personnel - light keepers, category by the Institute of Structural tradesmen dignitaries and guests. Engineers, which is based in London The general public were not admitted and was on the shortlist for three unless they had written permission LAMA Awards (Heritage, Best Tourist from CIL. In 1994 Mizen Tourism Attraction and Civil Engineering). In (the local community co-operative) April 2013 the Bridge has won the took a lease on the path across the Irish Concrete Society Infrastructural Bridge to open the Signal Station and Overall Awards as a visitor experience. The Centre has gone from strength to strength, We are sure you will agree that Mizen but a problem was looming. In 2005 Head Signal Station is now one of the engineers RPS condemned the Bridge best visitor attractions in the country. and a temporary scaffolding was put in place to enable visitors to access the Come and check it out!
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chull & District Community Council is a group of elected members from the Schull & District area. The Council instigates and coordinates projects on behalf of and for the beneft of the community.S The Council will also interact with outside bodies, such as government agencies, and will seek advice and fnancial assistance on such projects. Objectives · To improve the social, cultural and economic life of the community · To represent the people in and around Schull area · To identify problems, interests and viewpoints of the local community · To create coherent agendas for action · To raise funds for community projects
Visit www.schullcommunitycouncil.ie to view previous projects and the proposed Amenity Buildings for Schull.
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ounded in 1980 Schull Drama Group is now a vibrant and dynamic company of 40 members from Schull,F Goleen, Ballydehob, Durrus and Bantry and beyond. Over the years we have tackled a wide range of projects; plays (one act and full length), musicals, pantomimes, street theatre and workshops. This is community theatre at its best with so many people from the Mizen area involved, volunteering their time for everything from set building, lighting, sound, costume design, poster design, choreography, acting, singing and dancing. We will continue to strive for excellence, push ourselves with entertaining and It is so important to foster interest in, and exciting projects. Last year, we embarked keep alive the tradition of live theatre, on a very innovative project; the 10 x 10 which in a small way helps bring people Production. Ten ten-minute plays were from our village community together. We chosen from submissions by local writers are lucky to have so many talented and and these were then performed by ten creative people in the Schull area. Why not different directors with ten different have a go and join our group. You can join casts.! us by emailing [email protected] We would like to thank the local people of Schull and beyond who come out to support our productions and to our generous sponsors. For further information contact SDG at [email protected] or follow us on Facebook/Schull Drama Group
Drama in Schull!
more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 51 Hudsons Wholefoods www.hudsonswholefoods.com Vegetarian Shop and Café
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52 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull Fastnet Marine & Outdoor Education Centre
SAILING We still have places on our ISA (Irish Sailing Association) approved and certifed Fastnet Marine Outdoor fve or two day Dinghy Sailing Courses. Education Centre, Schull These run right through the summer at all levels from complete beginner to courses hy not think about getting out for the more advanced – there’s discount on the water this summer…. for families and we can be pretty flexible surrounded and sheltered by if your time in Schull is limited and it’s Wover twenty islands and with a mild climate difficult to commit to a full course. supported by the Gulf Stream, Schull is undoubtedly one of the best sailing areas Our qualifed instructor also offers in Ireland. Powerboat Training on selected weekends throughout the summer. You can get an idea of some of the thrills of sailing in a day (or even a half-day) - Our Telephone (028) 28515, see www. day/fun sailing trips with an instructor schullsailing.ie, or call in to see us for more give you a chance to explore the islands information on any of the above. We’re and learn the basics of sailing. You don’t just a two minute walk along the shore even need any gear, we can provide all that, path from Schull Pier. so once you have made your booking, it’s really just a case of turn up and go… “Land was created to provide a place for boats to visit.” Brooks Atkinson
ISAF World Team Racing Event - Schull 2011 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 53 54 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull Schull Agricultural Show Sunday 28th July, 2013 Schull Town Park, Corthna Classes for: Horses, Ponies, Poultry, Arts & Crafts, Baking, Fruit, Vegetables, Jams, Flowers.
Special Features: Schull Country Market and BBQ, Sampling from the Slowfood Producers, Fun Dog Show, Pets’ Corner Vintage machinery, Craft Displays, Music and Dancing A Special Day out for all the Family all enquiries welcome - please call Josephine Ahern 028 28707 or mobile 087 932 0466 photos: Bill Hobdell 028-28277
ollowing its re-establishment in great events of the day. Another major 2006, Schull Show has enjoyed attraction for children, especially for any wonderfully successful events and town children on holiday, will be the Pets looks forward to another bumper family Corner showing animals from local farms. F th day out on Sunday July 28 this year from 12 noon onwards. Schull Country Market will again relocate The day is designed to bring you as much to the Showgrounds on Sunday 28th July, fun as possible and to introduce you to the featuring local farm produce. very best of our agriculture and country skills. We hope to see you at Schull Town Park for what promises to be a most enjoyable The Fun Dog Show is always one of the day!
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chull Harbour Sailing club actively Junior Sailing promotes leisure and competitive A new initiative by SHSC introducing sailing. During the season the Junior Sailing in Schull Harbour summer clubS organizes white sail and cruiser 2013. Membership is open to all. Special racing every Saturday afternoon starting rates for Junior Membership will be in Schull Harbour. All crew and boat displayed on the SCSC website. Two Fun owners are welcome to attend the skippers’ Sailing Race Days for parents and children meeting every Saturday 12 noon at Schull will be held during July and August. Watersports Center. Membership to the For further information please check out Club caters for all, boat owners, crew and www.shsc.ie family membership.
56 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull The Cork Dry Gin Calves Week
he Cork Dry Gin Calves The series fnishes Friday 9th with the Week, run by Schull Harbour fnal race from Schull to the Fastnet rock Sailing Club since 1984, in its and back to Schull. followed by the overall newT format consists of a four day racing presentation of prizes, closing ceremony series, including a race around the Fastnet and live entertainment on Schull Main Rock. The 2013 Festival of Sailing begins Street in the evening. The festival features with an opening reception and skippers nightly fun and live entertainment around briefng at the Fastnet Marine Centre on the village for both adults and the younger Monday August 5th with the frst “Round generation. There are plenty of activities the Islands” race starting at 12.30pm on during the day for the non-sailors to ensure Tuesday 6th. everybody has a thoroughly enjoyable week. Check out www.shsc.ie for further information on the festival and Cork Dry Gin Calves Week would not be registration. Maximum number of boats possible without the support of our Title 60 so get your entry in early. Sponsor Cork Dry Gin and our Festival Associates A&L Castors, Land Rover and Aseco. For further information please check out www.shsc.ie or follow us on Facebook. com/cdgcw
more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 57 Corona Fastnet Short Film Festival 22nd - 26th May 2013
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The 5th Corona Fastnet We at CFSFF endeavor to screen Short Film Festival each and every flm submitted to our competition each year. It is difficult for Annually, over 5 days at the end of flmmakers to reach large audiences May, Schull becomes a Mecca for flm and have their work appreciated. Our lovers from all over the world. Visitors workshops attempt to provide very can view the current year’s nearly 200 high quality hands on experiences for flms in competition, screened in every flmmakers. We concentrate on the corner of the village, attend Q&As, craft of flm, sharing of ideas where Premieres, Workshops and Discussions. industry professionals and students The Tented Fringe provides superb share the same space. family entertainment, from Puppet Shows, Cycle Cinema, Storytelling, a The Corona Fastnet Short Film Festival Children’s Cinema, BBQ, Music and is very much an ‘up close and personal’ Entertainment, all in the beautiful experience. Filmmakers, directors, seaside town of Schull, West Cork. producers and invited guest speakers
58 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull all share their experiences, giving shape and direction to each year’s challenging programme. This Short Film Festival without a Cinema invites visitors to explore alternatives throughout the village of Schull, providing those who attend with alternatives. Distributed Cinema is Schull’s very own intranet network dedicated to short flm. From a horsebox (with HD streaming) , six Film ‘Mechanical Maiden’ marquees (with projector & screen), Photographer Eleanor Bowman from a bookshop to the village hall The Corona Fastnet Short Film would ( HD Projection) and to numerous local not be possible without the support of pubs and restaurants, Schull’s network our Title Sponsor Barry & Fitzwilliam connects, through Ethernet cable and importers of Corona Beer and our wireless, to its own short flm archive Festival Associates William & Judith on a dedicated server. Anyone with a Bollinger, Benny & Cliona McCabe, smartphone, laptop or iPad can access Michael Satke, Frank Daly, Vivian the server through Wi-Fi anywhere on Edward Nathan, Subaru Ireland, the main street and watch any of the 5 Denis & Mary Ryan and Digital Forge years of submission flms any time of among others. the day or night. The Festival is grant aided by Cork County Council, West Cork Development Partnership, Fáilte Ireland, Culture Ireland, The Irish Film Board, The Arts Council and Screen Training Ireland. Further information on our sites www.fastnetshortfilmfestival.com facebook.com/fastnetshortflmfestival
Sculpture Pat Connor Film ‘Fear of Flying’ from Ireland Photographer John Carey Photographer Conor Finnegan
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he blue and white suited members someone stays back to encourage the new of Schull Triathlon Club “cut a comers or share their snack bars because dash in lycra” as they you never thought you might need one. getT in their The stories are endless. What is evident Saturday is the warm welcome extended to anyone morning interested in getting involved at whatever cycle or their level you are at. runs out Schull Triathlon Club organises the along Eurospar Fastnet Triathlon, the Fastnet Colla Road. Duathlon, the Kidathon and the Swim They can, of Across the Harbour every year. We course also been endeavour to use local suppliers for our seen joining the Club Kit and prizes where possible. seals for their We would like to acknowledge the huge swim sessions in support given to us by local businesses Schull Harbour. for the Eurospar Fastnet Triathlon which The Club has almost 50 members thisyear is held in early June. Thanks also to the and they come in all shapes and sizes and Marshalls, who volunteer their time on the from all walks of life. We have among our day and help make the event the success members, Doctors, Fishermen, Carpenters, that it is. Their good humour and support Teachers, Accountants, Stay at home shown to all competitors gives that extra Moms and Dads, Hairdressers, and Nurses encouragement needed by many get to the to name but a few. From the elite (and we end of the race. It is also one of the reasons all know who they think they are!) to those that keeps them coming back year after of us who train and compete to keep ft, we year. share a friendship which has been forged If you have been watching Schull Tri through being brave enough to give it a go, members training and feel that you would and by being encouraged by those already like to get involved why not contact our in the club. Training Co-ordinators, John Logan 086 There are inspirational stories of those 8113690 or Ian Haselaine 087 243 5314 who have never taken part in sport before or Jeremy Brosnan 087 233 0524 joining Schull Tri and becoming some of If you are available to Marshall for our our best competitors and those who having Triathlon please give your name to John learned to swim as adults now being frst Logan 086 8113690 and Deirdre Ní out of the water at races. Challanain 086 2404709. The camaraderie of Schull Tri members is experienced on your frst sea swim when Come on ‘Be Part of It’ they forfeit their own session to keep you company and on the bike session where www.schulltriathlonclub.com Follow us on Facebook more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 61 62 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull Schull Community Care Association
chull Community Care Association care, aromatherapy and safety in the home. was formed about thirty fve years Up to 24 people avail of the service each ago to provide a Meals on Wheels week. serviceS for people in the Mizen area, often A big thank you to all our dedicated living alone in more remote areas. volunteers who give their time to run the In February 2003 the Association was Meals on Wheels service and the Social chosen by the Southern Health Board to Centre service. operate a pilot scheme to provide a social We are about to break ground on our centre for the over 55’s in the area of the building project to extend the old boys Mizen peninsula. school in Schull to provide a kitchen where We are continuing to run this social centre, Meals On Wheels cooks can prepare meals, on a weekly basis, from September to June, and also to have a room there that we can every Thursday in the Church of Ireland use for our Social Centre on Thursdays. Hall. A substantial lunch is provided with This project is grant aided by Cork County tea and coffee served throughout the day. Council and the HSE, and also funded Members participate in a large range of by local fundraising and donations. It is activities including arts and crafts, cards, expected we will be able to move in there bingo, origami, musical entertainment, and by September 2013. We would like to quizzes. thank all those who have made this project Talks are given on subjects like health possible. Our Fire Brigade
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Back row L-R : Daniel Hurley, Brendan Hayes, Brian O’Callaghan, Robbie Shelley, David O’Callaghan, Paul Cotter, Tomas Lannin Front row L-R : Junior Cotter, Paul O’Brien, Dan McSweeney more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 63 64 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull Schull Yawl Rowing & Regatta Fixtures 2013 chull Yawl Rowing Club was founded in 1996 by Dave Galvin and Thomas Newman. In its short life the Club hasS won numerous underage West Cork Championships plus two All Ireland Senior Men’s titles. On a visit to Schull pier during the summer evenings visitors will be able to see various club teams train on the safe waters of Schull harbour. Current Club officers are: Chairman: Cathy O’Sullivan 5th May Kilkern Two Oar Challenge Club Sec. Simon Hassett Club Captain: Damien Cogan 25th May Ring Membership Sec: Mary Goggin
Treasurer: GeraldineNewman 2nd June Kilkern P.R.O. Thomas Newman 22nd June Kilmacsimon
23rd June Rosscarbery
30th June Baltimore Championship
7th July Union Hall Championship
14th July Castletownshend Championship
21st July Sherkin Island
28th July County Finals Union hall
11th August Schull
18th August Glandore Newman photos: Tom
23rd - 25th August All Ireland Championships Carnlough, Co. Antrim
more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 65 Welcome to Schull Harbour Visiting yachts & their crews are very welcome in Schull, a lively & popular harbour in West Cork. The following information may be of some help in allowing you to fully enjoy your visit. Harbour Master - There is no resident Harbour Master in Schull. For serious problems contact the Area Harbour Master in Union Hall : 086 608 1944 Harbour Freeway - The approach to the pier is marked by buoys with red & green flags during the summer season. Boats must not anchor in this area. Max. Speed is 5 Knots. Pier Access - Yachts should heed the notices & not block the main steps on the North side of the pier, which are frequently used by ferries running to the islands. Priority berthing should be afforded to commercial vessels. Visitors Dinghy Pontoon - Tenders can be tied up at the inner pontoon, but keep the Pick-up/Drop-off Zone clear at all times. Yachts may come alongside to transfer crew but should not tie up. Watch the depth at low water! Visitors’ Moorings - There are 12 Visitor Moorings at the North-East of the Harbour, which can be identifed by the large hard yellow flags. These moorings are for those who are staying on board. The €10 per night charge should be paid at Schull Watersports Centre. Rubbish Disposal - there is a bottle bank near the top of the slipway for glass, food & drinks cans. Separated Plastic/Paper & General Rubbish disposal at Schull Watersports Centre. PLEASE DO NOT DUMP RUBBISH! Full facilities are available at Derryconnell 2km away. Please do not discharge boat toilets whilst in the Harbour. Showers - available at the Fastnet Marine & Outdoor Education Centre - Monday to Friday only. Please check at the office before using. Water & Electricity Pedestals - Not currently operational - ask at Schull Watersports Centre about the availability of water. Fuel - the nearest flling station is 3kms west at Lowertown. Fuel is also available on the pier at Cape Clear. Large quantities of diesel can be delivered. PFD’s - Buoyancy Aid & life Jackets -always wear a Personal Flotation Device when in a yacht tender - it may save your life and it is the law! Schull Community Inshore Rescue Service - in case of difficulty locally at sea, there is a Rescue RIB based in Schull. Contact via the Coastguards or phone 086 236 0206
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pring marks the beginning of a new Improving signage at the various campaign for Schull Tidy Towns and approaches to the town preparations are already underway Introducing street signs forS what promises to be another successful Improving public toilet facilities year. We appreciate the great community involvement of volunteers helping in keeping Schull clean, tidy and a more pleasant place to live, work and welcome visitors. Projects for 2013 Schull Tidy Towns very much appreciate 1. Floral displays. Hanging baskets of the support from Schull Community flowers and planted containers will be Council. We work jointly with them on placed around the town and the outskirts, various projects. We receive very good co- beautifying all of Schull operation from Sarah Sinnott, Executive 2. Street furniture will be maintained and Engineer of Cork County Council and her repainted where necessary. team in such matters as: 3. The ‘My Outer Space’ project will be re- Litter control, gardening, painting and launched. This project involves volunteers maintenance of car parks and open areas, “adopting” an area in the village, perhaps improved signage, fxed furniture and where they take their daily walk, and taking general appearance of our town. responsibility for keeping it litter free and weed free. It is a great way of spreading the The National Tidy Towns Competition workload and taking pride in our space 2012 saw a further increase in marks from 4. The enhancement of flower beds on the the previous year – up to 258 from 250 in right hand approach to the town (coming 2011. Congratulations to all who helped to from the direction of Ballydehob). achieve this result! However the maximum 5. The playground and surrounding area mark is 400, so there is still a lot of work opposite the hotel will be improved. to be done. 6. The Pier Road car park will be given a Making Schull a tidy town is not just facelift. about the national competition, but about 7. Planting of more native trees and ensuring that our town is shown at its best shrubs. all year round. This means that we all need Schools to develop an awareness of litter, of picking We are very grateful to the schools in up after our dogs, of keeping our public Schull who co-operate with Tidy Towns areas well tended. in a number of ways: participating in the Poster Competition, helping with weeding Arising from the Judges’ report we have and clean up days, and helping to maintain identifed a number of areas for action in the areas around their schools. Thank you 2013 including: all!
68 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull Grainne D’Alton Kelija Uscina
Last year’s big wins! Whether you are a permanent resident or We were very proud to win an award in the regular visitor, if you have any spare time Cork County Council Litter Challenge which you would like to donate to the Awards in 2012. We also won frst prize in betterment of Schull we would love to hear our category in the Muintir na Tire Pride from you! in our Community Competition. If you are able to give up some time to We very much appreciate the support from help in any way please contact all our sponsors especially the organisers [email protected] of the fundraising Golf Classic Also, a [email protected] special thank you to the organisers of the [email protected] Pre-Loved Clothes Sale which was held in Grove House. It was a very successful event with people ‘reducing, reusing and recycling’ by exchanging clothes and accessories for a nominal sum with the proceeds going to Tidy Towns. Thank you to all the clubs and especially the Girl Guides who helped with the spring planting, and to everybody who contributed to the efforts of Schull Tidy Towns in any way.
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rá na Oileáin has been a huge Pride of Place all-Ireland competition success as an addition to the and runner-up in the Muintir na Tire, Pride facilities Schull has to offer visitors in your Community Awards for Best Social andT locals alike. Rarely does a day pass that Inclusion Project. cars and picnickers cannot be seen taking The garden has become an important full value from this pleasant amenity. feature of the town and every effort is A rough feld overlooking a well-used made to keep Cadogan’s Strand clean and beach has become a focal point, designed by a few devoted locals, in association with An gardening celebrity, Diarmuid Gavin, it has Taisce and the local Cork County Council, gained the popular local name ‘Teletubby ensure that the whole area is maintained Land’. After a year of development, and and remains pleasing to the eye. As part of its frst year in situ, it is maturing into its this effort the Coastcare group have regular location to a point where people can hardly litter pick-ups and organise informative remember a time it wasn’t there. beach teach-ins for the National School A great deal of local effort from people children which helps to create, at an who have worked tirelessly and generously early age, an awareness of nature, the to make the garden has been recognised environment and the roles they can play and well rewarded. within it. It is hoped that this aspect will be ongoing annually to involve children Awards have been the ultimate mark now and in the future of the responsibilities of success for the inspiration, and they are inheriting. perspiration, behind the creation of Trá na Oileáin. First prize in their category, If you are interested in becoming part of Community Tourism Initiative, in the this group email [email protected]. photo: David Bray
70 more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull The Friends of Schull Hospital Registered Charity Number: CHY12610 he Friends of Schull Hospital the day room, the same is now being was formed in 1992 to support requested once again as equipment and provide for the extra needs for the new extension will have to be ofT Schull Community Hospital. In fundraised for. this time we have worked with the The Friends of Schull Hospital people and organisations in the Schull committee are in the process of Community Hospital Catchment’s organising events to raise money and area by fundraising for a day room would be grateful if you have any and for many more improvements that fundraising ideas or that you can help make for patient comforts. in any way. The Friends of Schull Hospital group Could you provide a fnancial are delighted to have secured funding contribution? from the HSE for an extension bringing If your are involved in an organisation it up to The Health Information and Could that organisation/group provide Quality Authority (HIQA) standards a fnancial contribution? thus securing the future of the hospital Could the organisation/group organise which is vitally important for this a fundraising event? region, for both the sake of the patients Could you please nominate a member and securing the many local jobs it of your organisation/group to come on provides for the area. to The extension which is well underway The Friends of Schull Hospital will provide 10 single en suite rooms, fundraising committee? a sitting room with conservatory, a We look forward to hearing from you separate dining room, a storage area, a and working with you in the months nurse station, and an Oratory. ahead in bringing Schull Community This all comes at a high cost with Hospital up to the highest standards the HSE providing funding for a enabling it to serve the people of this high percentage of the work and The community for many years ahead. Friends of Schull Hospital giving what funding they had from previous Michael Collins fundraising events and organising a Chairman number of fundraising events for the The Friends of Schull Hospital future to ensure the completion of the Lowertown building and furnishing of same. Schull Similar to a number of years ago when 086 3174606 the local community fundraised for more information on www.schull.ie discover-schull 71 Index to Advertisers
Atlantic School of English 54 MCS 31 Ballycumisk Riding School 52 Mizen Head Visitors Centre Barnett’s of Schull inside front cover inside back cover Barry’s Butchers 69 Mizen Link Couriers 60 Black Sheep 9 Myles C Ronan & Associates 48 Blairscove 1 Neurodevelopmental Therapy 48 Brosnan’s Hardware 45 O’Callaghan’s Garage 62 Bunratty Inn 16 O’Regan’s Bar 41 Carbery Oils Ltd 62 OS Insulate 34 Carraig Mór House 14 Paradise Crêpe 7 Catriona’s Beauty Salon 15 Pebbles 7 Classic Touch 64 Roeboats 62 Corthna Lodge 13 Rossbrin Boatyard 52 Courtyard Crafts 14 Ryan’s Car Sales 16 D & D Hegarty 64 Schull & Fitbones 22 Digital Forge 34 Schull Community Recycling 62 Divecology 54 Schull Country Market 18 East meets West 10 Schull Equestrian Centre 41 Enibas 10 Schull Natural Therapy Centre 14 Escallonia Crafts 60 Schull Planetarium 34 Eurospar 45 Schull Watersports Centre 48 Fastnet Short Film Festival 58 Skibbereen Tool Hire 31 Gerard Minihane 64 SKS Kayaking 48 Grove House 11 The Craft Shop 18 Gubbeen Farmhouse Products 41 The Gallery Castlepoint 12 Hackett’s Bar 18 The Heron’s Cove™ back cover Harbour Homes Developments 22 The Moorings 14 Head Quarters 22 The Tile Shop 41 Hudson’s Wholefoods 52 Therapeutic & Sports Massage 60 James Lyons O’Keeffe 12 Timmy Barnett Construction Ltd 31 L’ Escale inside front cover Waterside Restaurant & Café 10 Leon Whelton Planning & Design 34 West Cork Property Ltd. 12 Luke Nolan Hackney Service 64 Whyte Books 31
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