Irelands newest Blueway,  which travels along the Ilen River from Skibbereen to Baltimore, will open this Friday the 22nd July 2016.  This stunning Blueway takes you from the heart of Skibbereen through the town to the newley developed Deelish Peer.  From here the trail meanders down towards Inish Beg where you can stop off to visit the stunning Inish Beg Estate Gardens or continue on to the historic Glebe Graveyard Trailhead.  The last stretch of Blueway travels from Glebe Graveyard around Ringarogy and Spanish Island, past the seal colony island and on to Baltimore.  This last section is a little more exposed and is classed as an advanced Blueway for more experienced paddlers or guided groups.

Congratulations to Cork County Council, Jim Kennedy from Atlantic Sea Kayaking and everyone who was involved in this great project.

Ilen River 1

Ilen River 2

A photo of the Ilen River near Baltimore on a moody, but beautiful, Irish day.

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