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Carrigtwohill Medieval and Country Fair this weekend 3 and 4 JulySet in the magical surroundings of Barryscourt Castle, a short distance from the Carrigtwohilllâs new Railway Station, the excitement of days past will be presented in the Medieval Village, with archery, jousting and knights on horseback. Living history exhibitions and displays will include the re-enactment of WW2 battles, complete with explosives and machine gun fire â suitably backed up by performances from the Army Band.Irish Country Fair traditions will see horticulture shows from small farm animals to champion bulls, along with country games, dog and pony shows, Irish farmers markets, crafts, cookery demonstrations and the baking the bastible. The sporting side of country life will be presented with falconry, clay pigeon shooting and gun dog training. There will be Irish dancing and live music performances throughout the Festival and entertainment for children will include pony rides and a fun fair. Cobh Tourism newsVisit the new website http://visitcobh.com for all of the latest news on what to see or do in Cobh.Free tour of the Old CemeteryThis Sunday and the first Sunday of every month enjoy a free tour of our historic Old Cemetery, the resting place of the victims of the ill fated Lusitania, Napoleon´s Doctor, the great boxer Jack Doyle and many others. Check out Cobh Tourism´s site for further details.Ford Cork Week 2010 - 10th until the 16th of JulyWhether you wish to compete or just take in the atmosphere, the Bellavista Hotel and Self Catering Suites is the place for you to stay. Avoid the inflated prices in Crosshaven and the traffic nightmare coming by road from any other hotel. At the Bellavista Hotel you can arrive by water direct to your boat, we can even supply the packed lunches. If you plan on staying with us in the lovely town of Cobh while the event is on, then inquire about a boat trip to visit the spectacle of one of the largest regattas in the world. |
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