Activities - Living the Sheep's Head Way

West Cork Literary Festival 2022

July 5, 2022 by Dunmanus

West Cork Literary Festival 8 – 15 July 2022

The West Cork Literary Festival presents an extensive programme of readings, workshops, seminars, panel discussions and children’s events

At the heart of the West Cork Literary Festival’s extensive programme is a schedule of five and three day workshops in Coláiste Pobail Bheanntrai. These workshops cover subjects such as the novel, travel writing, script writing, poetry, creative writing for beginners, writing for children and much more.

The main evening events feature readings held in the Maritime Hotel. In recent years, the literary festival’s guest authors have include Graham Norton, Mary Robinson, Colm Tóibín, Lord Melvyn Bragg, Sir Michael Parkinson, Michael Palin, Nuruddin Farah, Michael Morpurgo, Michael Holroyd, Annie Proulx, Margaret Drabble, Fay Weldon, and many more famous authors.

This year sees a full in person return to the festival and a packed schedule of 69 events featuring over 80 authors such as Laureate for Irish Fiction Colm Tóibín, Zadie Smith, Paul Muldoon, Nick Laird, Louise O’Neill, Geoff Dyer, Rosaleen McDonagh, Seán Hewitt, Maeve Higgins, Yan Ge, Kerri ní Dochartaigh, Caroline O’Donoghue, Tice Cin – and many more.

Festival Programme

This summer, the West Cork Literary Festival has partnered with the Lighthouse Project to deliver an offering at Sheep’s Head with writer Sara Baume and visual artist Mark Beatty. The Lighthouse Project is a site-specific response to lighthouses around Ireland, curated by Dani Gill and produced in partnership with festivals and other partners in counties where it takes place. Please note that tickets are limited and attendance at this event is limited to ticket-holders only.

This event takes place on the 15th July 2022.

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Bantry town is buzzing with literary conversation throughout the festival. There are free readings in Bantry Library and Bantry Bookshop, afternoon seminars, book launches, panel discussions, coffee and chat events.

The West Cork Literary Festival also provides an opportunity for Munster novelists to enter a competition to win the JG Farrell Award.

West Cork Literary Festival at a glance

West Cork Literary Festival

Dates:	8th-15th July 2022
Location:	Bantry, Co. Cork
Bookings:	Book online
Phone:	00 353 (0)27 52788/9
Email:	[email protected]
Website:	http://www.westcorkmusic.ie/literaryfestival/
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TripAdvisor Reviews:	No
Google Maps:	Yes
Facebook:	Yes
Twitter:	@wcorklitfest

Gouladoo Treatment Room

January 31, 2020 by Dunmanus

Enjoy relaxing treatments at Gouladoo Treatment Room Gouladoo Treatment Room

Our services can be booked by our B&B guests and by people who’d just like to drop in for a treatment on the Sheep’s Head peninsula, just a short drive from Bantry.

Each treatment, provided by Juanita Zeund, enhances the natural relaxation that this beautiful part of the world encourages in all its visitors. It is important to us that you feel good, whether you’re visiting Gouladoo Seaview for an individual treatment, or booking a relaxing massage as part of your holiday experience.

Reiki and Energy Treatments
Juanita’s particular interest is in Reiki treatments and energy treatments. These are supported by Bach flower essences. Juanita offers a range of massages which include the classic full body massage, sports massage, back/neck massage, foot reflexology massage, and professional stone massage.

Indulge yourself in one of the treatments we have available here at Gouladoo Seaview. Choose a treatment and an appointment slot that suits you, and we’ll get back to you to confirm your appointment.

https://gouladooseaview.com/treatments/

Wild Atlantic Way Cruise Experience | Day & 1/2 Day Tours of West Cork’s Bays & Islands!

February 18, 2017 by Dunmanus

Wild Atlantic Way Cruise Experience

Taste the salt air on a Wild Atlantic Way Cruise Experience and immerse yourself ir the drama and beauty of Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way!

A day sail experience or a half-day tour on West Cork’s pristine bays will revolutionise the way you see Ireland’s rugged coastline.

Dolphins and Islands

Join us on our luxury Hallberg-Rassy yacht as we sail alongside rugged peninsulas and skirt West Cork’s intriguing islands. Watch out for dolphins along the way! They like to swim alongside us, keeping us company on your Wild Atlantic Way Cruise as we explore the pristine waters around West cork’s peninsulas.

Day Tours or Half-Day Sails

Sailing Around Fastnet West Cork Cruise Experience

Our sailing trip on Merlin, a luxury Hallberg-Rassy yacht, begins in the tiny fishing village of Ahakista on the rugged and award-winning Sheep’s Head peninsula. Choose a day cruise experience around Bere Island or the iconic Fastnet Rock lighthouse and we’ll explore our neighbouring bays.

Dunmanus, Bantry and Roaringwater Water bays each have their own unique character as you’ll soon discover! If you don’t have a day to spare, charter a half-day tour and we’ll chart a course around Carbery’s isles in Dunmanus Bay which lies between the Sheep’s Head and Mizen peninsulas. We’ll share stories of the peninsulas and their communities with you as we sail …

Hands-on Experience

This is a hands-on experience where you can try taking the helm and help out on deck! Our experienced crew will be your expert local guides throughout your trip.

A cruise experience is the perfect way to appreciate the beauty and character of Ireland’s stunning Atlantic seascapes and the rugged West Cork coastline.

A sailing trip gives you a whole new insight into life in a coastal community on the very edge of Europe.

Connect with the Coastline

As you connect with the rugged coastline, islands, and pristine marine environments around the unspoilt peninsula, you’ll quickly realise the unique character of this magical place. You’ll even get to sample the local produce West Cork is famed for when we enjoy homemade soup and West Cork snacks on your tour!

Your trip is the perfect excuse to call for dinner to Arundel’s by the Pier in Ahakista on your return to land. Enjoy your dinner overlooking Merlin in Kitchen Cove and reflect on a great day on West Cork’s Wild Atlantic waters.

Join us on a unique adventure as we sail this magical part of the West Cork’s Wild Atlantic Way and do it in style.

Contact	Siobhán Burke">
Price Per Person	Fastnet Rock Sail: €140 Day Sail €95 1/2 Day - €75 Min charge is €300 if less than 4 people book.
Price Includes:	Home-made soup, rolls, tea, coffee & biscuits.
Duration	Fastnet Rock Sail: 7-8 hours. Day Sail: 6 hours. Half-Day: 3 hours.
Opening Times	9:00 - 20:00 7 days a week, April to October. (All trips by appointment.)
Group Tours	Individual and Group Tour Bookings available.
Maximum Group Size	Maximum booking – 6 people.
Languages	The cruises are supervised by our crew who can provide German and French language support.
Mobility	Must have good stability while walking (unable to cater for wheelchairs).
Fitness	Must have reasonable fitness and active outlook. No experience required.
Clothing	Typical walking gear will suffice. Fleece, waterproof jacket and trousers, and sturdy footwear.
Minimum Age	Must be over 12 and active
Nearest Airport	Cork Airport
Parking	Can cater for coaches and cars in the car park at Arundel’s By The Pier, opposite the pier.

Carbery Sailing

January 6, 2017 by Dunmanus

At Carbery Sailing on the Sheep’s Head peninsula, we offer RYA-approved sailing courses and chartered sailing trips along Ireland’s beautiful Atlantic coastline

Our sailing school is based in Ahakista on West Cork’s Sheep’s Head peninsula – a European Destination of Excellence. All of our sailing courses take place on our Hallberg Rassy 46 yacht ‘Merlin’.

Bantry Bay, Dunmanus Bay and Roaringwater Bay offer technical challenges to suit everyone and make West Cork a fantastic place to learn to sail. You’ll gain practical experience and confidence as well as your RYA sailing qualifications when you’re learning to sail, or building your sailing skills on Cork’s dramatic bays.

Our professional and friendly instructors cater for novice sailors and for people looking to advance their sailing skills. Train for your ‘Start Yachting’, ‘Competent Crew’, ‘Day Skipper’ and ‘Yachtmaster Coastal’ sailing qualifications here. You can also sign up for ‘taster’ weekends, mile-building courses or chartered day trips and Wild Atlantic Way Cruises.

Our visitors love the fine scenery, fantastic food and great company they find on the Sheep’s Head peninsula after a day out on the water. It’s a wonderful base for a sailing break along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way.

Contact Carbery Sailing today, and we’ll help you plan every aspect of your trip from your training, travel, and transfers to great accommodation.

You’ll find our scheduled sailing courses and Wild Atlantic Way cruises here on the events calendar and at http://carberysailing.com

Location:	Ahakista, Sheep's Head peninsula, Co. Cork
Open:	7 days, 9am-8pm.
Email:	[email protected]
Tel:	00 353 (0)27 29101
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Website:	http://carberysailing.com/
TripAdvisor:	Yes
Responsible Tourism Policy:	Yes Long-listed for Irish Responsible Tourism Awards 2015: 'Best in a Marine or Coastal Environment' category.
Google Maps:	Yes
Facebook:	Yes
Twitter:	@carberysailing

Manning’s Emporium Food Tours

June 5, 2015 by Dunmanus

Manning’s Emporium Food Tours brings you to the very heart of West Cork’s foodie culture with its absorbing day tours

If you love the local food you’re tasting along the Wild Atlantic Way, take a Manning’s Emporium foodie tour and you’ll discover how the spirit of West Cork infuses the flavours on your plate.

Each of our exclusive tours gives a distinct flavour, not just of the region’s deservedly famous artisan cheeses, hams and other delicacies, but of the people who make them, and the places that inspire them.

Manning’s Emporium has a reputation as one of the best places to eat in West Cork. Now its guides will take you into the heart of West Cork’s foodie scene to meet our passionate producers, and to explore the landscapes in which they work.

This is the perfect way to get a taste for artisan produce, and to learn more about the people, places and seascapes that give West Cork food its unique character.

All Manning’s Emporium food tours must be booked in advance.

Location:	Ballylickey, Bantry, Co. Cork [N71 - Bantry to Glengarriff Road]
Opening Hours:	Daily, 9am-7pm
Winter Hours:	Closed Mondays
Tel:	00 353 (0)27 50456
Email:	[email protected]
Website:	http://www.manningsemporium.ie
	Access to undercover area, however no bathroom facilities.
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Credit Cards:	Yes
Special Dietary Requirements?	Vegetarian, options available. Wide variety of gluten-free speciality items.
TripAdvisor Reviews:	Yes
Facebook:	Yes
Twitter:	@emporiummanning

Cycle West Cork

January 4, 2015 by Dunmanus

Hire a bike from Cycle West Cork for a great day cycling the Sheep’s Head Way cycle route. Extended guided group cycle tours are also available.

We can deliver and collect bikes to and from your accommodation, making your stay in West Cork easy and enjoyable. We have both traditional and electric bicycles for you to choose from, ideal if you’re looking to cycle the Goat’s Path, and explore the shoreside villages on the Sheep’s Head Way cycle route.

Hire a bike to cycle the Sheep’s Head Way route, or sign up for a 7-day group cycling tour of West Cork. Bespoke tours are available, so why not choose a weekend of cycling along the wild Atlantic coastline: you’ll arrive in West Cork and be set up with bikes and equipment, and you’ll get all the information you need to make the most of your time cycling in West Cork.

As you explore the coastline and villages of West Cork, you’ll take in amazing views and West Cork’s fresh salt air. All that cycling will give you a great appetite for some of the wonderful food West Cork has to offer too.

Cycle West Cork’s support vehicle will accompany you for the duration of your holiday to deliver your luggage to each destination, while expert advice and guidance is on hand as we work to make sure you see the very best of West Cork on a bike!

Location:	Bikes can be delivered to your accommodation across West Cork
Price:	Bike hire from €15 per day.
Email:	[email protected]
Tel:	00 353 (0)87 392 1894 [mobile]
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Website:	Cycle West Cork
TripAdvisor:	Yes
Additional information:	Traditional and electric bikes are available.
Facebook:	Yes
Twitter:	@CycleWestCork