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Cork

Situated on the South West coast of Ireland, Cork is the largest county in Ireland. Cork City is a beautiful, medieval city whose centre forms an island between two channels of the River Lee making it appear continental and cosmopolitan. Cork Harbour is one of the finest natural harbours in the world. Its islands and tranquil river estuaries are well worth exploring by boat, car or even suburban rail. The mild winter climate in the area permits subtropical vegetation to grow outdoors. The city and county have a population of 448,000 (2002 census) and is a major business centre, boasting an international airport and what is generally considered to be one of the most efficient sea ports on the European continent.

Access By Air:
Cork Airport is located 4 miles, (7 kilometres) south of Cork City.
The airport is conveniently located on the South end of the city and N27 when coming from the North, West, or East; and off the R600 when coming from Kinsale. A frequent bus service The Skylink operates from the airport to hotels in the city centre

Access By Rail:
Historic Kent Rail Station is located 7 minutes from Cork city centre. Bus Eireann the City’s bus terminal is 10 minutes from the train station. A frequent feeder bus operates to and from the Station and Cork City Centre. A direct rail service runs hourly from Dublin featuring stylish new intercity trains. www.irishrail.ie/home Tel: 021 450 4888

Access By Bus:
Bus Éireann provides frequent direct coach services between Cork Airport and Cork city centre as well as operating a frequent and efficient suburban and intercity national bus service. www.busiereann.ie Tel: 021 450 8188

What do Cork venues offer to enhance your event?
There is an impressive list of world class venues available in Cork to suit any occasion be it a product launch, conference, exhibition or meeting. Whatever the size of your event – be it for 10 or 1000 Cork is sure to have a venue to fit your requirements. Most venues are equipped with the latest in multimedia services whether it be Video Conferencing Facilities, IT and computer training facilities. In Cork city and county conference facilities range from elegant country houses and formal academic surroundings to bustling city centre locations or even a beach front hotel!

Things to do in Cork City and County
Whether you are interested in indoor or outdoor activities there is plenty to do in Cork city and country. Activities include walking, cycling, golf, angling, sailing, diving, horse-riding, trekking, sea kayaking and windsurfing.

Team Building
Cork offers a multitude of team building opportunities from evening tours of the Cobh heritage centre where your guests can attend a reproduction Irish wake to an evening of ghostly encounters at historic Cork Gaol. For the artistically minded the Stephen Pearce Pottery in Shanagarry offers instruction in pottery making with a competitive edge where teams are pitted against each other for fun!

Foodie’s Team Building
How about a Food & Craft Tour of East Cork; to include a visit to Midleton Farmers Market. This popular market with its wide range of locally produced produce was one of the first markets in the country with a ‘slow food’ ethos. Midleton Food and Drinks festival happens the first Sat and Sun every September. The tour would also include a visit to Ballymaloe Gardens & Cookery School starting with a tour of the unique herb garden with its unusual variety of herbs and vegetables, the group will proceed for an exciting cookery demonstration at Darina Allen’s world renowned cookery school.

East Cork – Midleton, Youghal, Ballycotton
East Cork plays host to some of the most beautiful scenery in the County. For the convenience of the conference and incentive traveller East Cork Tourism has devised exciting one day tours of the area which takes the hard work out of planning a day out in East Cork but retains all the enjoyment and wonder! Why not take a day time excursion to heritage sites in the area or a food and craft tour. Alternative heritage routes to include the monastic village of Cloyne and Historic walled port of Youghal can be arranged. The 13th century town walls, Collegiate Church and Watergate recall Youghal’s exciting history. You can follow in the footsteps of Sir Walter Raleigh, Edmund Spenser and Sir Richard Boyle. A guided walking tour will take visitors through the main streets, spanned by the 18th century clock tower, where Victorian shop fronts stand shoulder to shoulder with 13th and 16th century dwellings.

West Cork – Kinsale, Macroom, Bantry, Skibbereen, Clonakilty
Home to some of the most breathtaking scenery in Ireland, and offering the broadest range of activities, entertainment, cuisine and accommodation imaginable, West Cork provides a range of options that allow you to tailor your holiday to suit your personal needs and desires. From rejuvenating weekend breaks to action packed family holidays, the choice is yours.

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