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50 POPE'S QUAY IN CORK CITYA pivotal moment arrived in the 1990s with the intervention of the newly-formed Cork Civic Trust. The sensitive restoration of 50 Pope's Quay, its first major…
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AETHRAThis report provides a comprehensive intelligence dossier on the specialised offshore vessel with IMO number 9181481. While an initial query identified the… ARROW TRAIN SETS IN CORKFollowing their withdrawal from the capital, the entire 2600 Class fleet was permanently relocated to Cork around 2010. Here, they became the backbone of the… ATLANTIC PONDExplore the fascinating history of the Atlantic Pond at Marina Park, Cork. From its Victorian origins as a leisure destination to its modern role as a…
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BLACKROCK VILLAGEDiscover the differences between Blackrock in Cork and Blackrock in Dublin. From the riverside charm of Cork’s Blackrock Castle and Marina Greenway to the… BLACKROCK VILLAGEDiscover the differences between Blackrock in Cork and Blackrock in Dublin. From the riverside charm of Cork’s Blackrock Castle and Marina Greenway to the… BOB AND JOAN'S WALKDiscover the fascinating history of Bob and Joan’s Walk in Shandon, Cork. Explore its two historic cemetery parks, St Anne’s Park and Dr Mary Hearn Park, and… BURIALS MUST BE REGISTEREDDiscover the history of Douglas Graveyard in County Cork. Learn why this former Church of Ireland site became a publicly managed cemetery, the significance of…
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CHRIST THE KING CHURCHDiscover the history and architecture of the Church of Christ the King in Turner’s Cross, Cork. Designed by Chicago architect Barry Byrne, this 1931 masterpiece… CHRIST THE KING CHURCHDiscover the history and architecture of the Church of Christ the King in Turner’s Cross, Cork. Designed by Chicago architect Barry Byrne, this 1931 masterpiece… CHURCH OF THE MOST HOLY ROSARYThe foundations for the present-day church were laid in the early 1890s as the parish recognised the need for a larger place of worship for its growing Catholic… COBH RAILWAY STATIONOpened on 10 March 1862, the railway station was a vital artery for the bustling port of Queenstown. It played a crucial role in the mass emigration from… CORK APRIL 2026I used both a Sony A1 II and a Leica Q3 to photograph the city of Cork in April 2026
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DALYS BRIDGEExplore the history of Daly’s Bridge, famously known as the Shakey Bridge in Cork City. Built in 1927, this unique suspension bridge connects Sunday’s Well to… DECK OF CARDSDiscover the history of the Deck of Cards in Cobh, Co. Cork. Built in 1850 for naval officers, these iconic Victorian houses on West View have transformed from… DOUGLAS LEGION OF MARY HALLA look at the history and redevelopment of the Legion of Mary Hall at 8 East Douglas Street, Cork. From its mid-20th-century roots to its 2026 demolition and… DOUGLAS VILLAGEA comprehensive guide to the Village of Douglas, Cork. Discover the history of the "Black Stream," the industrial legacy of the mills, the Commonwealth War…
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ELEVATED TREE WALKWAYExtract: Discover the Elevated Tree Walkway in Cork’s Marina Park. Built by Ward and Burke and designed by OCSC, this Phase 2 development transformed the old… ELEVATED VIEW OF COBHCobh, pronounced "cove," is a picturesque and historically significant seaport town in County Cork, Ireland. Situated on Great Island in Cork Harbour, one of…
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FEMALE NUDE BY ANA DUNCANThis striking bronze sculpture of a seated female nude on the campus of University College Cork is titled "Seated Figure" and was created by the acclaimed Irish… FERRY WALK MURALSExplore the history of Cork’s Ferry Walk, from the 19th-century Dooley’s Ferry to the iconic Shakey Bridge. This updated 2026 report examines the evolution of… FERRY WALK MURALSExplore the history of Cork’s Ferry Walk, from the 19th-century Dooley’s Ferry to the iconic Shakey Bridge. This updated 2026 report examines the evolution of… FEVER HOSPITAL STEPSIn Cork City, a flight of wide stone steps ascends from the area of the Heineken Brewery on Leitrim Street, climbing steeply towards the residential enclave of… FEVER HOSPITAL STEPS IN CORKThe "Fever Hospital Steps" in Cork City are a tangible link to a period of significant social and public health challenges, and their story is closely… FINBARRES 2025Towards the end of 2024 I ordered and fully paid for a Sony A1 II which I hoped to use for my city visits in 2025. By March 2025 I was beginning to realise that… FISHERMAN MEMORIALThe Brian Quilligan memorial at the Lee Fields in Cork is a poignant tribute to a 19-year-old local man who tragically drowned while fishing in October 2011.… FISHERMAN MEMORIALThe Brian Quilligan memorial at the Lee Fields in Cork is a poignant tribute to a 19-year-old local man who tragically drowned while fishing in October 2011.… FLOCK OF GEESE AND BOY BY NIALL BRUTON"The Boy and the Geese" serves as a historical marker for the area where it is located, a place formerly known as the "Goose's Acre." This was a piece of common… FORT ELIZABETH - STAR SHAPED FORTThe story of Elizabeth Fort begins in 1601, in the immediate aftermath of the Battle of Kinsale. Constructed under the orders of Sir George Carew, President of… FOUNTAIN AT BISHOP LUCEY PARKThis sculptured bronze fountain by sculptor John Behan consists of eight swan figures. Each swan represents 100 years of the 800 years of Cork City as a… FOUR GRAVES AS A GROUPExplore the unique communal burial plots of the Goodwin, Veitch, and Waugh families at St Luke’s Graveyard, Douglas. Discover the meaning behind the row’s… FREEDOM'S DAWN OR THE PIKEMANJohn Toomey, a Limerick-born artist, is renowned for his historical and commemorative sculptures. His work frequently engages with themes of Irish history,… FREEDOM'S DAWN OR THE PIKEMANJohn Toomey, a Limerick-born artist, is renowned for his historical and commemorative sculptures. His work frequently engages with themes of Irish history,… FR MATHEW QUAY AND STREETExplore the history, architectural importance, and modern transformation of Father Mathew Quay in Cork City. Discover its industrial legacy, the derelict…
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GLOUNTHAUNE RAILWAY STATIONThe station's origins date back to the mid-19th century, having opened on 10 November 1859. Initially known as "Queenstown Junction," reflecting its position on…
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HISTORIC SOUTHSIDEA comprehensive photographic and architectural survey of Cork’s historic South Parish, documenting the vernacular worker cottages, medieval trade routes,… HOLY TRINITY CHURCHExplore the rich history of the Holy Trinity Church on Father Mathew Quay, Cork. Built by the "Apostle of Temperance," this Neo-Gothic masterpiece survived the…
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KAREN UNDERWOOD TRIBUTEExplore the vibrant tribute to soul singer Karen Underwood on St Patrick’s Quay, Cork. Painted by artist Kevin O’Brien for the Mad About Cork project, this… KYLE STREETExplore the architectural evolution of Kyle Street in Cork City. From its origins as a reclaimed Georgian marshland to the Victorian industrial grit of 18 Kyle…
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LEE BANKS WALKWAYTake a historic riverside stroll from Wise’s Quay along Cork’s Slí Chumann na mBan Walkway. Discover the distilling heritage visible across the water, the 1916… LOST INDUSTRIESExplore the striking similarities between Denis O’Connor’s "Lost Industries" in Cork and the "Sweet Water Arch" in Belfast. This photographic comparison… LUNCH AT THE GLUCKSMANExplore the Glucksman at University College Cork, a world-class contemporary art museum. Learn about its unique architecture, the artisanal Portuguese ceramics… LUNCH AT THE GLUCKSMANExplore the Glucksman at University College Cork, a world-class contemporary art museum. Learn about its unique architecture, the artisanal Portuguese ceramics…
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MADDEN'S BUILDINGSExplore the history of Madden's Buildings in Blackpool, Cork City’s first municipal housing scheme. Built in 1886 to replace urban slums, these iconic terraced… MAN AND DOGDiscover the silent dialogue of "Figure Talking to a Quadruped," a captivating 1994 sculpture by renowned Irish artist Michael Quane RHA. Located in the… MAN AND DOGDiscover the silent dialogue of "Figure Talking to a Quadruped," a captivating 1994 sculpture by renowned Irish artist Michael Quane RHA. Located in the… MARIAN GROTTO IN BLACKROCKExplore the history of the Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto in Blackrock, Cork. Built in 1958 to mark the Lourdes Centenary, this Marian shrine at Blackrock Pier… MARIAN GROTTO IN BLACKROCKExplore the history of the Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto in Blackrock, Cork. Built in 1958 to mark the Lourdes Centenary, this Marian shrine at Blackrock Pier… MARINA PARK AT NIGHTThe Marina Park in Cork is not merely a new public amenity; it stands as the vibrant, green centrepiece of the Cork Docklands regeneration, arguably one of the… McDERMOTT STREETExplore the history of McDermott Street in Midleton, Co. Cork. From the vibrant purple artisan cottages of the 19th century to the derelict "Meeting Place" pub,… MIDLETON 2025Explore the history and economy of Midleton, County Cork. From its Cistercian roots as Mainistir na Corann to its status as the global home of Jameson whiskey,… MIDLETON STATIONThe train journey from Midleton to Cork's Kent Station is a convenient and well-utilised option for commuters, typically taking approximately 23 minutes.… MONAHAN ROAD CORKExplore the rich industrial history and future urban transformation of Monahan Road in Cork City. This guide covers the evolution of the South Docks from the… MORE PAINT-A-BOX ARTTo wander through the streets of Cork City is to encounter a public art gallery of a most unusual kind. It is not confined within the walls of an institution,… MORRISONS ISLAND 2025A comprehensive look into the history of Leica Q3 stability issues, firmware bugs, and field unreliability from 2025 through 2026. Discover why the camera… MURALS AT FERRY WALKThe story of Ferry Walk is a story of evolution, yet at its core lies an unbroken theme of passage and connection. For centuries, the path served a purely… MY FIRST VISIT TO AUDLEY PLACEThe journey to the top of St. Patrick's Hill is more than a walk; it is a pilgrimage to one of Cork's most revered vantage points. Beginning from St. Patrick's… MY FIRST VISIT TO CORKAn analysis of the Sigma SD14 DSLR, examining how its innovative three-layer Foveon X3 sensor was compromised by severe battery drain, a strict ISO 100…
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NEW BRIDGE PHOTOGRAPHED USING SONY A1Discover the history behind the Cumann na mBan Bridge in Cork City. Named in 2026 to honour the Irish women’s republican organisation, this bridge represents a… NEW BRIDGE PHOTOGRAPHED USING SONY A1Discover the history behind the Cumann na mBan Bridge in Cork City. Named in 2026 to honour the Irish women’s republican organisation, this bridge represents a… NEW PEDESTRIAN BRIDGEThe Cumann na mBan Bridge at Lambley's Lane is a new pedestrian and cycle link in Cork City opened in late 2025. Part of the Beamish and Crawford Quarter… NEW PEDESTRIAN BRIDGEThe Cumann na mBan Bridge at Lambley's Lane is a new pedestrian and cycle link in Cork City opened in late 2025. Part of the Beamish and Crawford Quarter…
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OLD YOUGHAL ROAD 2021Explore the historic Old Youghal Road in Cork through this legacy photo essay from August 2021. Despite the challenges of Covid-19 restrictions and equipment… OLIVER PLUNKETT PLACEOliver Plunkett Place is a vital civic and medical hub in Midleton, Cork. This detailed guide explores its connection to Saint Oliver Plunkett, the impact of… ONION SELLERSUncover the history of Séamus Murphy’s "Onion Seller" and its connection to Marshall Hudson’s "Apple Woman" in Cork. This photographic exploration traces the… OUR LADY'S WELLHopefully my photographs of Our Lady's Well provide a complex and poignant picture. The collection of images show the stone structure of the well itself, now…
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PAINT-A-BOX STREET ART AT AUDLEY PLACEThe photographs provided beautifully capture how this small but significant piece of street art integrates into the urban landscape, offering a delightful and… PAINT-A-BOX STRET ART IN CORKOne of my favourite things about exploring Cork is discovering the fantastic 'Paint-a-Box' street art. These small-scale murals on utility boxes bring so much… PASSAGE RAILWAYA detailed look at the recently upgraded Passage Railway Greenway section from Skehard Road to Blackrock Village. This post explores the architectural… POPE'S QUAYA detailed photographic exploration of Pope’s Quay, Cork, tracing the architectural route from Camden Quay to St Vincent’s Pedestrian Bridge. Featuring… PUBLIC ART ON PENROSE QUAYAn exploration of "Listening Post," a €100,000 permanent sound installation by sculptor Daphne Wright at Penrose Quay, Cork. Originally designed to broadcast… PUBLIC ART ON PENROSE QUAYAn exploration of "Listening Post," a €100,000 permanent sound installation by sculptor Daphne Wright at Penrose Quay, Cork. Originally designed to broadcast…
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RAILWAY VENTILATION SHAFTTo fully comprehend the significance of the ventilation shaft at Bell View Crescent, it is essential to first understand the monumental engineering project of… RED HOUSE AND SHAKEY BRIDGEIn 2016, I embarked on a project to photograph Cork City in detail. My method involved walking up to twenty miles every day to explore, and by the fifth day, I… RELIGIOUS SHRINEA photographic study of the unique Marian shrine located at the "V" junction of Church Road and Carrigaline Road in Douglas, Cork. This post explores the… RORY GALLAGHER TRIBUTE MARDYKE WALK CORKAlthough born in Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, in 1948, Rory Gallagher was quintessentially a Corkman. His family moved to the city in the early 1950s, and it was…
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SAWMILL STREET AND LANEToday, Sawmill Street is a quiet yet active urban street balancing institutional educational footprints with South Parish domestic life. Modern student foot… SCULPTURE BY BETTY GOLDA photographic exploration of Betty Gold’s 1994 sculpture "Cois na Laoi" in Fitzgerald Park, Cork. This post examines how the artist used concrete and brick to… SHEEP AT THE POST BY JOE NEESON🐑 "Sheep at the Post" by Joe Neeson This sculpture at the Fair Green in Midleton is a significant piece of public art that masterfully connects the location's… ST FIN BARRES 2026Discover the hidden treasures within the historic grounds of St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral in Cork. This detailed guide explores the outdoor architecture, ancient… ST FRANCIS CHURCHDiscover the fascinating history and unique mid-century architecture of St Francis Church in Cork. Designed by A.E. Jones and S. Kelly in the 1950s, this hidden… ST JOSEPH'S CEMETERYExplore the rich history of St Joseph's Cemetery in Cork, founded by the "Apostle of Temperance," Father Theobald Mathew. Discover how a former botanical garden… ST JOSEPH'S CEMETERYExplore the rich history of St Joseph's Cemetery in Cork, founded by the "Apostle of Temperance," Father Theobald Mathew. Discover how a former botanical garden… SWAN FOUNTAINJust outside the park's Grand Parade entrance, you will also find the Berwick Fountain. While not inside the park itself, it is a significant 19th-century…
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THE AIDA SOL CRUISE SHIP VISITS COBHThe central design element of the AIDA Sol, and its sister ships, is the Theatrium. This groundbreaking space serves as the vessel's heart, ingeniously… THE BIRDIE MURAL AT CANAL WALK"I was truly inspired by the resilience of 'Birdie' a woman of many, who during the War of Independence never really got full recognition for all they did… THE CHORNOBYL MOTHER SCULPTUREExplore the newly unveiled Chornobyl Mother sculpture by Sandra Bell in Marina Park, Cork. Commissioned to mark the 40th anniversary of the nuclear disaster,… THE DEAN HOTEL IN CORKThe DEAN hotel in Cork City has quickly established itself as a vibrant and fashionable destination, emblematic of the city's forward-looking development.… THE DECK OF CARDSMultiple sources confirm that West View Terrace was constructed in the 1850s, a detail consistent with the town's period of rapid Victorian expansion. The… THE DERELICT RED HOUSEOn the northern bank of the River Lee, at the foot of the historic Sunday's Well hill, stands one of Cork City's most recognisable and storied homes. Known… THE LEE FIELDSDiscover the rich history and natural beauty of the Lee Fields in Cork. Nestled along the banks of the River Lee, the Lee Fields have served as a vital social… THE LEE FIELDSDiscover the rich history and natural beauty of the Lee Fields in Cork. Nestled along the banks of the River Lee, the Lee Fields have served as a vital social… THE MOXY HOTEL IN CORK CITYOn the northern bank of the River Lee, Camden Quay stands as a historic artery of Cork City, its name a relic of a visit by John Pratt, the second Earl Camden… THE PIKEMAN IS NOW ON A PLINTHWhen I visited Midleton in September 2025 I had difficulty finding it as I was expecting it to be at ground-level at the same location as the plaque but it was… THE SHAKEY BRIDGEAffectionately known to Corkonians as "The Shakey Bridge," Daly's Bridge is a cherished landmark and the only pedestrian suspension bridge in Cork city. Its… THE SWAN FOUNTAINThe fountain was created by the renowned Irish sculptor John Behan to commemorate Cork's 800th anniversary as a chartered city. It features a bronze sculpture… THE WAR MEMORIALProminently located, the Great War Memorial commemorates the men and women of Cork who lost their lives or went missing during World War I (1914–1918) and,… THE WAR MEMORIAL IN CORKThe genesis of the Great War Memorial was fraught with political tension. When the Cork Legion of Ex-Servicemen proposed the idea, it was met with opposition.… THE WEST VIEW IN COBH JULY 2016The Garden of Remembrance at West View in Cobh, where the annual Easter 1916 Commemoration is held, was created and dedicated on Sunday, April 24, 2016. The… THE WEST VIEW IN COBH JULY 2016The Garden of Remembrance at West View in Cobh, where the annual Easter 1916 Commemoration is held, was created and dedicated on Sunday, April 24, 2016. The… TORY TOP PARKExplore the unique history of Tory Top Park and Connolly Road in Ballyphehane, Cork. Learn about the curious etymology of the "Tory Top"—the local Cork term for… TWO NEW BRIDGESThe new pedestrian bridge, which connects Proby's Quay to the undeveloped Events Centre site, has been dubbed a "bridge to nowhere" by some
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VIEWS OF CORK HARBOURExplore the strategic majesty of Fort Camden Meagher in Crosshaven. This guide details the historic views of Cork Harbour, the fort's dual British and Irish…
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WEEPING BEECHDiscover the historic Weeping Beech of St Luke’s Graveyard, Douglas. A stunning example of Victorian funerary horticulture, this ancient tree serves as a living… WELLINGTON ROADWellington Road is one of Cork's most distinguished and historically significant residential thoroughfares. Ascending steeply from the city centre's northside,… WHO WAS NANThis year, I spent a week at the Moxy Hotel on Camden Quay in Cork. I chose it partly because it replaced a derelict building while thoughtfully restoring some…
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