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Castletownbere Market Castletownbere, Co. Cork

Kenmare Market Kenmare, Co. Kerry

Macroom Country Market GAA Hall, Macroom, Co. Cork

Castletownbere Market is a lively monthly market that switches to weekly during the summer months, bringing a vibrant mix of fresh local produce, plants, baked goods, bric‑a‑brac and even live poultry to the heart of Castletownbere. The first Thursday of each month is traditional market day, drawing stallholders selling carpets, tools, books, fruit, cakes and more. Popular with both locals and visitors, the market adds colour and energy to one of Ireland’s busiest fishing towns, set amid the dramatic scenery of the Beara Peninsula and overlooking one of the world’s safest natural harbours.

Kenmare Market is a lively weekly market held every Wednesday in the heart of Kenmare. Running from 09:00 to 17:00, it brings together local food producers, craft makers and growers who set up early each morning in The Square. Visitors can explore stalls offering fresh locally caught fish, fresh fruit and vegetables, speciality foods, homemade baked goods, plants, crafts and handmade gifts. With its friendly atmosphere and strong community feel, the market is a great way to experience local flavours and creativity while enjoying the charm of one of Kerry’s most picturesque towns.

Macroom Country Market offers a warm, community‑focused shopping experience where everything sold is homemade or home‑grown locally. Held every Tuesday from 10:30am to 1:30pm in the GAA Centre, the market features freshly harvested produce, home‑baked goods, handmade crafts, and artisan items. Visitors can enjoy the lively atmosphere filled with conversation and laughter as locals gather to buy food, share news, and support local makers. With its tempting array of goods and friendly ambience, the market is a staple of weekly life in Macroom.

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Did you know?

Did you know that Drombeg Stone Circle , near Glandore in West Cork, is over 3,000 years old? Dating from the Bronze Age (around 1100–800 BC), this atmospheric circle of 17 standing stones is also known locally as the Druid’s Altar. Excavations revealed an ancient cremation burial at its centre. Set on a rocky terrace overlooking the Atlantic, it’s one of West Cork’s most evocative prehistoric sites.



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