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County Cork

Things to do in County Cork

  1. A

    Vibes & Scribes

    Four floors of books, CDs and DVDs. Also on Lavitt’s Quay.

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  2. Farmers Market

    The farmers market. is twice weekly.

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  3. B

    Liam Ruiséal Teo

    New and second-hand books, including plenty on Cork.

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  4. C

    Eason’s

    Lots of magazines; good stationery on the 2nd floor.

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  5. D

    Kinsale Bookshop

    Another excellent indie shop; has poetry readings.

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  6. E

    Waterstone’s

    Has the best travel section in the southwest.

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  7. F

    Gate Multiplex

    Multiscreen cinema showing mainstream films.

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  8. G

    Connolly’s Bookshop

    Great chat and masses of second-hand books.

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  9. H

    Loafers

    Cork's oldest and most laid-back gay bar.

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  10. Kerr’s Bookshop

    Sells fiction and guidebooks.

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  12. Clonakilty Bookshop

    Small, like perfect prose.

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  13. Chapter One

    A good indie bookshop.

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  14. Bantry Bookshop

    Large shop.

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  16. Planetarium

    The Republic’s only planetarium, the Schull Planetarium, on the grounds of Schull Community College, has an 8m dome and a video and slide show. It was founded by a German visitor who was charmed by the town. A 45-minute star show starts at 4pm or 8pm during the rather complex opening hours; call to confirm times.

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  17. J

    On the Pig's Back

    Boasts house-made sausages and incredible cheeses, many ready to munch.

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    Joup

    Has a range of soups and Med-flavoured salads, plus sandwiches on a variety of homemade breads.

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  20. Farmers Market

    There’s a farmers market every Saturday on Old Market Sq.

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