Welcome to Bantry, County Cork

Bantry (Beanntraí) is a town on the coast of County Cork, located at the head of Bantry Bay. The Beara peninsula is to the northwest, with Sheep's Head also nearby, on the peninsula south of Bantry Bay. There is a regular bus service from Cork City to Bantry which takes less than 1.5 hours.

As with many areas on Ireland's south-west coast, Bantry claims an ancient connection to the sixth century saint, Brendan the Navigator. In Irish lore Saint Breandán was the first person to discover America.

In recent years Bantry has become renowned for its excellent nearby surfing beaches and it's annual Mussel Fair held in May.

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Bantry News Bantry News
Couple lose bid to overturn inquest verdict
(19 Mar 2010) A Co Louth couple who sought to overturn an inquest verdict into the death of their son just over ten year ago have lost their High Court case.
Strong resistance to southeast rail closures
(19 Mar 2010) The South-East Regional Authority has come out strongly against any proposals to close or downgrade any part of the region's rail network.
Passport offices closed this afternoon
(19 Mar 2010) Services at passport offices will be severely restricted today due to industrial action by public service workers.
Aer Lingus warns of pushing ahead with plan
(19 Mar 2010) Aer Lingus has warned if no resolution is found to the cabin crew dispute within 22 days, it will commence implementation of its plans.
From RTÉ News