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Sherkin Island, West Cork

Posted on 11 May 2016 by Jan Hayes

Sherkin is a small island situated near Baltimore, West Cork. Two pubs on the island just about enough for a population of 108 ( according to the 2006 census ). Subject to weather conditions, the island ferry runs at least 8 times a week … Continue reading →

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The Allihies Copper Mine, West Cork

Posted on 3 November 2012 by Jan Hayes

  Back in May I finally got the opportunity to see it for myself. Allihies Copper Mine was at some point in the mid 1800’s, the largest copper mining operation in Europe and once the copper production dwindled in the … Continue reading →

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Sunrise in Schull

Posted on 30 July 2011 by Jan Hayes

This photo was taken in the very early hours of the morning in Schull, during the Fastnet Film Festival, which is hosted in the West Cork village on an annual basis. I had trouble sleeping that night, and what better … Continue reading →

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