HERITAGE WEEK 20TH-28TH AUGUST

The best place to experience Heritage Week 20th-28th August 2011 is at the COMMODORE HOTEL, COBH, CO CORK. The Commodore Hotel is an elegant georgian residence located in the heart of Cobh, formally known as Queenstown with many a historic tale to tell.

Guided Tours of St Colemans Cathedral, Cobh 21st & 28th August 3.30pm - 4.15pm.

One of Irelands most iconic religious buildings. Dramatically located overlooking one of the world's finest natural harbours, guides unfold the wonderful story of Cobh's Cathedral. Adm: Free - but voluntary dontation to Organ Restoration Fund appreciated.

Titanic Walking Tour Departs the Commodore Hotel daily at 11am.

The Titanic Trail Cobh (Queenstown) Cork, Ireland, is a fascinating guided tour that explores the town of Cobh in Cork Harbour which was the last port of call of RMS Titanic. This Irish heritage walking tour takes visitors through the historic town of Cobh where the buildings, streets and piers have not changed since the Titanic’s sinking nearly 100 years ago. The one hour escorted tour, with specially trained guides, brings to life the story of Titanic, and the events in the town on the day Titanic left her last anchorage to sail into her icy fate in the North Atlantic.

Special Offer for Heritage Week, experience a Free Titanic Trail Tour at 11am on Thursday 25th August 2011.

Old Church Cemetery Tour with Jack Gilmartin Sunday 21st August 2011. The Amazing History of this graveyard that has over 11,000 recorded burials is told in a captivating and entertaining way. The depth of knowledge and witty syle of Tour Guide Jack makes the tour unmissable. Admission: Free

FREE SUNDAY AT COBH MUSEUM.

21st and 28th August 2011 2.30pm - 5pm
Discover the local history of Cobh Admission: FREE

Birdwatching and Nature Walk Sunday 28th August 2011 6.30pm - 8.30pm. A chance to learn more about the birds and other wildlife at BirdWatch Ireland Cuskinny Marsh Nature Reserve, Cobh. Binoculars optional but worth bringing if you have them!
Admission: Free

Commemorative Tree Planting on Fota Island Saturday 27th August 2011 12 noon - 1.30pm. Macroom District Enviornmental Group and friends will plant a Yew Tree at the ancestral home (Fota Island) of Evie Dixon in her memory. Adm: Free

Craft Fair at Fota House 20th & 21st August 2011 10am -6pm. This event is free to the public. Craft Fair at Fota House as part of Cork Craft Month 2011, celebrating excellence in Irish craft and design.

Fota Learning Zone celebrates its First Birthday on 24th August 2011 3pm - 5pm. Fota learning zone a web resource for secondary teachers will celebrate its first anniversary by launching new updates. Join them for afternoon tea and take part in a special fun debate based on the people who lived and worked at Fota House! Admission: Free

Barrys Court Castle, Carrigtwohill, Co Cork.

Saturday 20th August 2011 12 noon - 5.30pm.

Dave Swift of Claoimh will demonstrate the Arms and Armour of the c16th & c17th in Ireland.

Admission: Free

SPEND A COUPLE OF DAYS IN THE HISTORIC TOWN OF COBH DURING HERITAGE WEEK. BOOK INTO THE COMMODORE HOTEL AND EXPERIENCE ONE OF IRELANDS FIRST PURPOSE BUILT HOTELS (built 1850).

2 NIGHTS BED AND BREAKAST + 1 DINNER E108.00pps

or 3 NIGHTS BED AND BREAKFAST + 1 DINNER E124.50pps.

GOLDEN BREAKS SPECIAL 5 NIGHTS BED AND BREAKFAST + 5 DINNERS E254.50pps (arrive sun/mon only). CLICK HERE TO BOOK: