Cousins Barry and Donie Hosford celebrate 80 years’ combined brewing experience between them this year at HEINEKEN Ireland’s Lady’s Well Brewery in Cork City. The cousins continue an unbroken family history of working at the brewery, with the first member of the Hosford family joining in 1856 when it first opened. Both cousins celebrate their…
The Metropole Hotel has launched an exclusive tour unveiling its hidden gems, fascinating tales and vintage splendour. The event will coincide with Cork Heritage Open Day, which sees historic buildings across Cork City open free of charge to the public on Saturday August 17th. Storytellers at the Metropole will bring attendees through a journey of time through…
2024 is a special year of celebration dedicated to the enduring legacy of Alice Coltrane. A special collaboration – Celebrating Alice Coltrane – Alina Bzhezhinska & HipHarp Collective featuring Brian Jackson – will feature internationally acclaimed harpist Alina Bzhezhinska, distinguished composer, musician and legendary Gil Scott-Heron collaborator Brian Jackson, and celebrated saxophonist Tony Kofi –…
People supported by Cope Foundation, their families and staff are preparing to take on the 43rd Echo Women’s Mini-Marathon, which takes place on Sunday the 22nd of September. Cope Foundation is urging people from across Cork city, county and beyond to mobilise their teams and join #TeamCope. This year, the race kicks off at a later…
The Big Beach Clean 2024 is back and Clean Coasts are asking people to register to join the campaign. From September 20th to 22nd, volunteers across the country will gather to clean our beautiful beaches and contribute to a global effort to combat marine litter. This year, we are thrilled to announce that the initiative…
Food and fun for families is a special on the menu at this year’s Cork on a Fork Festival, which takes place from August 14-18 2024. What better way to round off the summer than by getting a taste of the unique flavours of Cork at the five-day food festival! Run by Cork City Council,…
Taking place on Friday 20th September, this year’s Culture Night will follow last year’s extraordinarily successful night, where 1.2 million people participated in over 1,700 free cultural events around the country. This year, Culture Night aims to be even more inclusive, accessible and diverse while showcasing the best of both the traditional and evolving arts…
The Metropole Hotel has launched an exclusive Afternoon Tea menu in collaboration with Maharani Gin and Rebel City Distillery as part of the Cork on a Fork Festival. The specially curated menu celebrates the vibrant flavours and artisanal craftsmanship of Cork. Each dish is thoughtfully designed by the chefs at the hotel to pair with…
Nano Nagle Place has been recognised as one of Ireland’s top tourist attractions for 2024 by Tripadvisor. This accolade highlights exceptional visitor reviews and ratings, and places Nano Nagle Place among the top 10% of attractions globally. This prestigious Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award celebrates businesses that consistently receive outstanding reviews, showcasing them as the best…
Clean Coasts’ is calling all amateur photographers around Ireland to enter the Love Your Coast Photography Competition before the 21st of August. With the August Bank Holiday upon us, it’s the perfect time to explore the stunning Irish coast and capture its breathtaking beauty. This weekend, take advantage of the extended break to venture out…