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Useful Information...

Here we list useful information ranging from things to do, sport, tourist information & wedding related information. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

 

Things To Do – Local Amenities

 

See the list below with some of the best things to do near Carrigaline. Alternatively you can also check out our things to do page which will list out some of the top activities by distance to the hotel.

Royal Cork Yacht Club
Close to the Carrigaline Court Hotel this yacht club is the oldest in the world.

Fota Wildlife Park
Perfect for a day visit with your family. Not just a Zoo but an amazing wildlife park.

Titanic Trail
The real titanic experience based in Cobh.

National Maritime College of Ireland
State of the art and well worth a visit! (Enquire beforehand)

Movie Junction (Drive in Cinema)

The Cork drive in cinema experience.

Cork City Gaol

Now a museum it brings you right back to an old time prison experience.

Blarney Castle

Famous around the world for it’s beautiful park and intact structures. Will you kiss the Blarney Stone?

English Market

This is one of Ireland’s most talked about food market. A must see!

Fly Fishing in Bandon

Look for a place to fish? If you like fly fishing then you are at the right place here.

 

Cork Wedding Suppliers

 

We frequently host some of the finest weddings in Cork. If you are looking for great suppliers for your own special day celebration and other useful wedding related information have a look below. We have listed a few selected suppliers here:

Diamond Bridal

Bridal Wear

John Berry

Wedding Photographer & Videographer

Wedding Belles

Wedding Decor

John Sexton

Weddings Videographer

Spotlight Events

Wedding Bands Ireland

Horans Wedding Cars

Wedding Cars

Caroline McCarthy

Wedding celebrant based in Cork

Groove Collective

Wedding Band from Cork

Fudge Delights

Homemade Chocolate Fudge

 

Sport

 

Ireland is famous for its tradition of sport. From the famous gaelic games that include gaelic football, hurling and camogie to international sport tournaments that have a strong root in Ireland. Golf is an all time favourite for visitors and locals alike. Below we have listed several local Golf clubs as well as other relevant sport associations.

 

Local Golf Clubs

Fota Island Golf Club

Outstanding golfing opportunity on the picturesque Fota Island. Host to the 2001, 2002, 2014 Irish Open.

Cork Golf Club

Located on Little Island this club boasts with exceptional golfing terrain.

Monkstown Golf Club

Close to Carrigaline, overlooking Cork harbour this Golf Club has a rich history.

Lee Valley Golf & Country Club

18 hole championship golf course designed by Ryder Cup star Christy O’Connor. This course is 35 mins drive from the hotel.

Other

Cork County Cricket Club

Since 1874 Munster’s premier cricket club south of Cork city.

GAA

if you want to watch a Gealic Game then you can find all the information you need on this page.

 

Tourist Information / Touring.

 

Following the list from above here are some more useful links that will help you find the best spots in Carrigaline, Cork and the surrounding areas. Highly recommended!

Irish Tourism

The official Irish Tourist Board guide to Ireland.

Discovering Ireland

Useful page about the top places to visit and see in Ireland. Will also advise you on tours and travel tips in general.

Irish Weather

Irish National Meteorological Service. Keep that one handy as you’ll never know when you need it. Irish weather can be unpredictable.

MyIrelandTour

Discover Ireland Tours, Carrigaline, Co Cork.

Other Useful Travel Information

Cork Wiki on Travel

Cork Wiki filled with useful information

Cork City

Official website of Cork City

Carrigaline

Official page of Carrigaline