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Placenames & Their Amazing Stories: with a West Cork Picnic 20% OFF
Cork, South West Ireland, Ireland, Europe
$116.22
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Placenames & Their Amazing Stories tour offers a unique walking experience along the breathtaking Wild Atlantic Way. With a maximum of 8 guests, this intimate journey reveals the rich history of Castlehaven through its captivating placenames.
- 🌊 Enjoy a gourmet picnic featuring West Cork cheese, smoked seafood from Union Hall, and delightful home baking by Celine, blending culture and cuisine.
- 📍 Daily tours at 12:00 Noon, ensuring a consistent schedule for your adventure.
- 🗣️ Knowledgeable English-speaking human tour guide shares fascinating stories about local placenames and their historical significance.
- 🏞️ First stop at Jim Barry's Cross, where you'll learn about the science of placenames and the history behind Irish names.
- 🌅 Visit the stunning Legach, about 100m off-road, to hear tales of local farmers who sourced fertilizer from the ocean for their crops.
- 🏖️ Explore Sandy Cove beach, where discussions reveal how sand was historically harvested by local farmers using horses and donkeys.
- 🚗 Parking fees are included, making your arrival hassle-free.
- ☕ Complimentary coffee and/or tea to enjoy during the tour.
- 🥾 Hiking poles are provided for those who wish to use them for added comfort.
- 💼 Gratuities are included, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.
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Placenames & Their Amazing Stories: with a West Cork Picnic
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Parking Fees
- Coffee and/or Tea
- We provide a picnic lunch featuring local artisan foodstuffs.
- We provide hiking poles for those that want to use them
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up or drop-off
Meeting point
Our meeting point at Castlehaven Cross is 2km southwest of Castletownshend village on the Wild Atlantic Way.
The nearest town is Skibbereen, it is about 12 minutes away by car.
Use eircode P81 KC87 on your favourite mapping app if you need detailed directions.
Return details
Our meeting point at Castlehaven Cross is 2km southwest of Castletownshend village on the Wild Atlantic Way.
The nearest town is Skibbereen, it is about 12 minutes away by car.
Use eircode P81 KC87 on your favourite mapping app if you need detailed directions.
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After introductions at our departure point, your guide will give a brief overview on the planned route and a few safety pointers for walking on the off-road sections.
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Our first stop is at Jim Barry's Cross where we briefly discuss the science and study of placenames and some of the history behind Irish placenames.
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Our 2nd stop is about 100m off road on the Legach, this is an amazing beautiful stop on the edge of the ocean. Based on placennames here we share some amazing stories about how local farmers obtained fertiliser from the sea to grow their potatoes and other crops.
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Our 3rd stop is at Sandy Cove beach. Here we discuss how sand was harvested by local farmers using horses and donkey's.
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Placenames & Their Amazing Stories: with a West Cork Picnic 20% OFF
Cork, South West Ireland, Ireland, Europe
$116.22
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!