How long is the Ballycotton Cliff Walk?
5 miles
It starts at the end of Ballycotton village (at the Y in the road take the right up the hill, the left takes you to the pier). The walk extends over 5 miles on a foot worn track along the cliff face with stunning views and passes Ballytrasna beach.
What is Ballycotton famous for?
Ballycotton (51′ 82.81N 08′ 00.90W) is a famous fishing village situated approximately 40km (25 miles) east of Cork City. The village is set on a rocky-ledge overlooking Ballycotton Bay. There is a busy fishing pier, working lighthouse and a world-famous lifeboat.
How did Ballycotton get its name?
About Ballycotton. The name Ballycotton is from the Gaelic Baile ChoitÃn.
What is the name of the island off Ballycotton?
Built in the late 1840s, Ballycotton Lighthouse sits atop the unspoilt Ballycotton Island, across the bay from the foodie haven of East Cork.
Where does Ballycotton Cliff Walk start?
Ballycotton village
Ballycotton Cliff Walk It starts at the end of Ballycotton village (at the y in the road take the right up the hill, the left takes you to the pier). The walk extends over 5 miles on a foot worn track along the cliff face with stunning views and passes Ballytrasna beach.
Is Ballycotton Cliff Walk safe for dogs?
Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. This wonderful trail is simple for anybody to follow. The entire route is framed by magnificent views. There are more picnic tables at the parking lot, as well as benches along the walk.
Is the ghost ship still in Ballycotton?
An abandoned ship that has become a feature of the Ballycotton coastline since it washed ashore over two years ago has now been torn in half after a stormy weekend. The battered MV Alta, dubbed the Ballycotton Ghost Ship washed up in the East Cork village in February 2020 after floating empty at sea for months.
Why is Ballycotton lighthouse black?
In contrast to most other white lighthouses in Ireland it was painted black in 1902 to distinguish it from the beacon at Capel. Slyne Head in Co Galway is also black.
Who owns Capel Island?
Capel Island and Knockadoon Head were legally protected as a national nature reserve by the Irish government in 1985. Most of the reserve, 314 acres (1.27 km2), is owned by the state, with a small part in private ownership 40 acres (0.16 km2).
Is Ballycotton Cliff Walk suitable for dogs?
The cliff top walk is great for fit dogs but it’s advised to keep them on leads as it’s quite a steep drop.
Where is the shipwreck in Ballycotton?
East Cork village
An abandoned ship that has become a feature of the Ballycotton coastline since it washed ashore over two years ago has now been torn in half after a stormy weekend. The battered MV Alta, dubbed the Ballycotton Ghost Ship washed up in the East Cork village in February 2020 after floating empty at sea for months.
Where is the ship wreck in Ballycotton?
The battered MV Alta, dubbed the Ballycotton Ghost Ship washed up in the East Cork village in February 2020 after floating empty at sea for months.