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Draw Date - 13th of November 2022
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A Fundraising Initiative by Sherkin Island Development Society to help Sherkin Island Community purchase the old National School.
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SHERKIN ISLAND: WEEKLONG ADVENTURE PACKED FAMILY HOLIDAY
This package includes:
- Weeklong stay in a holiday home. You and your family can enjoy your time on Sherkin staying in a 4-bedroom house overlooking Roaringwater Bay.
- Family return ticket on the Sherkin Island ferry. A 10 minute ferry ride from Baltimore Harbour to Sherkin Island.
- Take a trip around the Fastnet Lighthouse in a RIB for 4 people. The Lighthouse is 54m high and situated on the remote Fastnet Rock in the Atlantic Ocean. It is the most southerly point of Ireland.
- An introduction to traditional boat sailing. Nigel Towse will take up to 4 people sailing on Hanorah, a Heir Island Lobster Boat built in1892. Enjoy the sea breeze and learn the basics of traditional boat sailing.
- Enjoy a delicious breakfast for 4 in the lush garden terrace at Rolf’s Country House in Baltimore.
- Discover The Algiers Inn, Baltimore, with a €50 voucher for food and drinks.
- Visit Jo Ashby’s studio, an island based artist, with a voucher worth €750 to spend on one of Jo’s stunning paintings.
https://rolfscountryhouse.com/
BERE ISLAND: 5 NIGHTS GLAMPING FOR A FAMILY
This Package Includes:
- 5 nights family stay in a luxury bell tent at Wild Atlantic Glamping. Step out of your tent and into the fresh Atlantic sea air as you inhale the glorious panoramic view over Bantry Bay with the majestic backdrop of Hungry Hill. This is a unique island glamping experience in a luxury bell tent, complete with its own sea view, private front porch and seating area.
- Family return ticket on Bere Island Ferries. The ferry is situated in Castletownbere on the left at the entrance to the town, opposite Supervalu and beside the Lifeboat Station. Here you and your family can take the 15mins ferry journey across the water.
CAPE CLEAR ISLAND: WEEKLONG FAMILY HOLIDAY
This Package Includes:
- Cape Clear Ferries will transport you and your family from Baltimore harbour to the Island of Cape Clear.
- €80 voucher for Siopa Beag: the Island Grocery Shop, Restaurant and Pizzeria. At the pier you will be able to pick up some supplies or enjoy a delicious meal while looking out over the harbour.
- Take a trip to Baltimore and enjoy a drink at Bushe’s Bar, with a gift voucher for €50
http://www.capeclearisland.eu/tp/index.php
HEIR ISLAND: SAILING WEEKEND FOR TWO
This Package Includes:
- Two nights accommodation at Roaring Water Lodge. The Pink House features 5 guest bedrooms with newly renovated bathrooms with rainfall showers featuring beautiful organic toiletries sourced from local west cork producers. Rest and restore in our luxurious White & Green cotton linens, bathrobes and towels. Guests are welcome to chill out in the orchard, explore the coast and cliffs, get out on the water or replenish the mind in the local yoga studio. Holistic treatments are available upon request, and dinners can be arranged.
- Return ticket for two on Heir Island Ferry. The M.V. Thresher is Heir Island’s official ferry service, which operates all year round. The ferry is licensed to carry 12 passengers at a time. Heir Island is a four-minute ferry ride from Cunnamore Pier.
- Enjoy an evening meal for two at the Pizzheiria, a wood fired oven pizzeria balancing Italian cuisine and Irish produce to provide a truly unique dining experience.
- Surrounded by arguably some of the best Sailing Grounds in Europe, Heir Island lends itself to Adventure, Fun and Exploration. Learn to sail with two sailing lessons for two people at Heir Island Sailing School.
SHERKIN ISLAND: ACTIVITY FILLED WEEKEND FOR TWO AT SHERKIN NORTH SHORE
This Package Includes:
- Two nights bed and breakfast at Sherkin North Shore. What you can expect if you stay at Sherkin North Shore? A warm welcome each morning for a beautiful continental breakfast with Fresh Fruit, Pancakes, Dutch Babies, Fruit Juice, Rashers, Sausages and Toast, Tea and Coffee. Panoramic views of Roaringwater Bay and the beautiful South West Coast surrounded by the breath-taking flowers and native wildlife of Sherkin. Friendly local advice on island adventures, history and knowledge of the island.
- Return ticket on the Sherkin Island ferry. A 10 minute ferry ride from Baltimore Harbour to Sherkin Island.
- Two evening meals at Sherkin North Shore Mike and Kathy O’Connor created Sherkin North Shore in 2014. Known for their warm hospitality and love of cooking, the food at Sherkin North Shore has become well known and loved in Roaringwater Bay and West Cork where Mick has a flair for Asian dishes and Kathy is known for some great family classics. Mike and Kathy O’Connor created Sherkin North Shore in 2014. Known for their warm hospitality and love of cooking, the food at Sherkin North Shore has become well known and loved in Roaringwater Bay and West Cork where Mick has a flair for Asian dishes and Kathy is known for some great family classics.
- H2O Sea Kayaking. Half day kayaking trip for two people. Learn or improve your Sea Kayak skills with Pat Rodgers, an experienced kayaker and all-around adventurer. Suitable for beginners or the more experienced paddler, and tailored to your skill level.
- Surfing lesson for two people. Dan O’Connor has a massive love of the outdoors with a special love for water sports. He will teach you how to surf in the Atlantic on one of Sherkin’s 4 beautiful beaches.
- Whale and dolphin watching trip for 2 with Whale Watch West Cork. Take part in a boat based whale and dolphin watching tour on board the fast, comfortable, twin engine catamarans, Voyager and Liscannor Star, built specifically for whale and dolphin watching in the waters off southwest Cork.
- Have a fireside drink or snack at Casey’s of Baltimore with a voucher for €50
https://sherkinnorthshore.com/
BERE ISLAND: OVERNIGHT STAY FOR TWO AT THE BERE ISLAND HOTEL
This Package Includes:
- One night bed and breakfast at the Bere Island Hotel. Get away from it all on an overnight stay for two at the lovely family run Bere Island Hotel, where you can relax and enjoy the panoramic views of Berehaven harbour.
- Return tickets into Lawrance Cove on Murphy’s Ferry. Murphy’s Ferry leaves The Pontoon, which is 29 miles from Glengarriff on the left. Here you will take the 30 mins ferry journey across to Bere Island.
- After discovering the island, enjoy a delicious evening meal for two at the Bere Island Hotel. Food can be served in the dining room, at the bar or out on the spacious outdoor dining terrace, with magnificent views of the harbour.
DURSEY ISLAND: OVERNIGHT STAY FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE
This Package Includes:
- One night stay at Dursey Island Cottage. Dursey Island Cottage offers breathtaking scenery and is popular with artists, writers and bird watchers. The cottage sleeps 4 people and has two bedrooms (1 double bed and 2 single beds). It is equipped with a TV, DVD, Radio, microwave, grill cooker and oven, fridge and freezer with all necessary items for a great island holiday in West Cork set in a tranquil location with sea views.
http://www.formanes-house.com/
LONG ISLAND: WILD ISLAND CAMPING WEEKEND FOR TWO
This Package Includes:
- Wild Atlantic camping weekend for two at Long Island Castaway East. Enjoy a night under canvas overlooking the Wild Atlantic Ocean with only nature to keep you company at Castaway East on Long Island. Tent and Equipment is included (apart from sleeping bags).
- Return ticket for two on the Long Island Ferry Take the 15 minute trip across the sea from Colla pier, Schull to Long Island.
- Breakfast basket. In the morning we will feed your souls with a specially prepared breakfast delivered to your tent flap.
- Island afternoon Tea for two experience. Then when time has no meaning, you can sit back and feast on a Long Island Afternoon Tea and let the view absorb your worries.
https://www.wildislandcamping.com/
WHIDDY ISLAND: WEEKEND FOR TWO
This Package Includes:
- Two nights accommodation at the recently renovated Old School House. Whiddy Island School House, a new place to stay on the Island has been created by Tim and Kathleen, renovating and adding to the original schoolhouse that Tim went to as a child. The accommodation offers: Newly built, spacious rooms. USB sockets in all bedrooms. Underfloor Heating with an air exchange system. Male, Female and Disabled Toilets and showers. Large common/breakfast room in the old Schoolhouse. Self service kitchen which has tea and coffee making facilities. Toasters, Microwaves, Sandwich toasters, George Foreman grill, Dishwasher and a Refrigerator where guests can store their own food. Tea, coffee, breakfast cereal, milk, butter, jams, Marmalade and juice are provided. There is an outdoor gas BBQ with a seating area.
- Return ticket for two on The Whiddy Island Ferry. The short trip from Bantry pier takes approximately 10-15 minutes.
- Meal for two in the Bank House. The Bank House on Whiddy island is ideally located just metres away from the ferry dock. Ran by Tim and Kathleen O Leary, it offers old style hospitality and has a magnificent vista of Bantry harbour which makes it an ideal place for a relaxing lunch or a tasty snack accompanied by a refreshing pint of Guinness or a glass of wine.
BERE ISLAND: A FAMILY WEEKEND STAY IN A BERE ISLAND HOLIDAY HOME
This Package Includes:
- Weekend stay in a 4 bedroom Bere Island holiday home. Experience the easy pace of island life but in the comfort of a well equipped self catering modern home. The open plan architect designed home is Bord Failte Approved 4*, and includes a large individual garden with superb sea views over Lawrence Cove harbour and marina, and Bantry Bay in the background.
- Family return ticket with Murphy’s Ferry Service. Murphy’s Ferry leaves The Pontoon, which is 29 miles from Glengarriff on the left. Here you and your family will take the 30 mins ferry journey across to Bere Island.
- Lunch for two adults and two children at the Bere Island Bakehouse Cafe. Enjoy the sunshine and a tasty lunch at the Bere Island Bakehouse Cafe.
SHERKIN ISLAND: GLAMPING WEEKEND FOR TWO AT SHERKIN NORTHSHORE
This Package Includes:
- Get away from it all with a Glamping weekend for two at Sherkin North Shore. Our Glamping and Camping sites are situated on a waterfront location on Roaringwater Bay’s Special Area of Conservation. Wake up in the morning to the sound of the waves lapping on the shore where it is common to see Dolphins, Seals and otters as well as a vast array of Sea Birds. We have a Camp Kitchen and Dining area for you if the weather doesn’t allow you to cook outside at one of our BBQ. Watch the most beautiful sunsets over Mount Gabriel and Mizen Head while you sit around the campfire. 3 spectacular sandy beaches all within 500m.
- Return tickets for two on the Sherkin Island ferry. A 10 minute ferry ride from Baltimore Harbour to Sherkin Island.
- Pick up some supplies at Cotters Gala Convenience Store in Baltimore with a voucher for €75
- Surfing lesson for two people. Dan O’Connor will teach you how to surf in the Atlantic on one of Sherkin’s 4 beautiful beaches.
- Another one to tick off the bucket list! Water skiing lesson for two in the stunning Roaringwater Bay
- H2O Sea Kayaking. Half day kayaking trip for two people. Learn or improve your Sea Kayak skills with Pat Rodgers, an experienced kayaker and all-around adventurer. Suitable for beginners or the more experienced paddler, and tailored to your skill level.
- Dinner for two at The Lookout Seafood Restaurant, Baltimore. Situated upstairs over Jacob’s Bar, the restaurant enjoys spectacular views of Baltimore Bay & the Islands from its 25 foot panoramic window. The Jacob Family began serving their Breton style fair over 40 years ago in their famous Chez Youen Restaurant. That ethos continues today at The Lookout Restaurant where the traditional family recipes of 40 years past remain true to form. Simple, fresh, uncomplicated fruits of the sea. We also serve a small selection of meat options for those non seafood loving guests.
- Deelish Garden Centre, Skibbereen. Over the past 30 years Deelish have worked to build a collection of rare and hard to find plants, especially those suited to the maritime climate of Ireland. Collect something special for your garden on the way home with a voucher for €50!
https://sherkinnorthshore.com/
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