schull

An introduction to Schull...

In the centre of an area of outstanding beauty, Schull is one of the loveliest villages in West Cork. The prevailing southwesterly winds come over more than two thousand miles of open sea and the air is marvellously clear and clean. The safe and welcoming harbour, the many islands off-shore and the Atlantic Ocean beyond provide an excellent base for water sports. There is also golf, tennis, pony trekking, a planetarium, fine restaurants, good accommodation, a boatyard and a peninsula rich in archaeology. It is wonderful country for walking and cycling and an excellent area for holidays, winter and summer.

  • The playground at the east end of the village is good for small children.
  • One can walk down to the pier and see the boats.

  • Walk along the foreshore in a southerly direction to the local community school where there is a sailing school and slipway. Summer kayaking courses are available for children from about 8 years of age. Contact Simon Nelson at 028 28554. Schull Harbour Sailing Club can be contacted on 028 28315 or by email sccmh.iol.ie