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Sherkin Island: A Local History by Dolly O’Reilly
Published, September, 2013. Slievemore Press. €12.99 Author: Dolly O Reilly Author Dolly O Reilly Can be ordered directly from [email protected] And also available from the following outlets: Islanders Rest Hotel, Sherkin Islands’ Craft Shop, Baltimore...
Derry Clarke Visit to Sherkin for the RNLI
Celebrity Chef Derry Clarke will be hosting a BBQ at the Islander's Rest & Murphy's Pub, Sherkin Island, at 3pm Sat 14th September in aid of the RNLI.
Sonas Festival 17th August
Sonas Festival 17th August Sherkin Island Six bands including The Pale and Kila Sunsets, sunrises, the magic of one of Ireland's best kept secrets i.e Sherkin Island! Tickets can be bought through the fundit campaign
West Cork Islands Festival
West Cork Islands Festival 15th & 16th June: Visitors will be provided with a map locating the various venues Joint Art Exhibition The island artists and BAVA Students will hold a joint art exhibition in the Community hall throughout the weekend. Studio...
Sherkin Island Family Fun Regatta
September 2nd 2012 Sherkin regatta is a fun regatta for all the family. Senior and junior rowing races, plus a family fun field with a bouncy castle, facepainting, refreshments, childrens races, egg and spoon etc.
BAVA student graduation
October 6th 2012 Students who have completed their four year Visual Arts degree course graduated here on Sherkin Island on 6th October. Minister McGinley, Minister of State with special responsibility for Gaeltacht affairs was present together with many other local...
Damien Dempsey’s visit to Sherkin
Damien Dempsey Damien Dempsey played to a packed house at Murphy’s Bar & Islanders Rest. Supported by Linda Cullen all guests were treated to a wonderful and lively evening of music.
Recycling Re-opens!
The island recycling centre is open on Monday mornings from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m! All of your recycling can be placed in one clear bag, and it's €2 per recycling bag, and €8 per landfill bag. Please support your local initiative and bring your recycling and...
The Sherkin island guide
Welcome to Sherkin Island! The ancestral home of the O’Driscoll clan is the most accessible island in Ireland – only ten minutes by ferry from the fishing port of Baltimore.
The area boasts a wonderful array of landscapes, Atlantic views from the hilltops, fuchsia-scented byways and the finest sandy beaches.
Download our free guide which includes a map and
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“Funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development”
