Eat, Explore & Enjoy
An Tuirin is a great base for exploring West Cork and enjoying some great food and company! Here are our suggestions for for dining, exploring, and day-tripping in and around Glandore. Happy Dining! Happy Touring!
Dining in Glandore
The Glandore Inn
Casual pub grub with reasonable food. Great spot for a laid-back meal.
Hayes Bar
More of a restaurant atmosphere. A step up in dining with fresh local ingredients.
Casey’s Pub
Further up the village - a great spot for a pint with another stunning view of the harbour.
Wilds
Excellent coffee and a nice place to browse - perfect for a relaxed morning.
Dining in Nearby
The Dock Wall, Union Hall
Bar/restaurant with excellent food and vibes.
Mary Ann’s, Castletownsend
Longstanding favourite with classic dishes and character.
The Fish Basket, Long Strand (Castlefreke)
Beachside spot with superb fresh fish - casual, delicious, and scenic.
Places Close By
Drombeg Stone Circle (Glandore)
A must-visit megalithic stone circle dating back to the Bronze Age. Atmospheric, mystical, and surrounded by gorgeous scenery.
Union Hall
Cross the bridge into this bustling fishing village. Don’t miss the fabulous fish shop - a haven for seafood lovers.
Castletownshend
A charming village where you can visit St. Barrahane’s Church - don’t miss the stained glass windows by Harry Clarke.
Tip: Leaving Castletownshend, take the coast road (Wild Atlantic Way) for spectacular Atlantic views.
Follow signposts from Skibbereen to this lively fishing port. Visit The Beacon, an old signal tower with panoramic views of the harbour.
Bushes Bar - an old-school pub with fresh, traditional sandwiches (home-cooked meats, local crab) and a pint of Murphy’s
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Baba’de - beautifully prepared dishes combining local produce with Turkish flavours a lunch treat!
Lough Hyne
A saltwater lake and marine reserve. Peaceful, picturesque, and worth a detour on your way back from Baltimore.
Baltimore
Separate Day Trips
Ballydehob
Stop by Budds for brunch or coffee
Schull & Mizen Head
Stunning coastal routes and a great place for sea views and cliff walks.
Sheep’s Head Peninsula
Ideal for a scenic drive and a rugged coastal walk - raw and wild beauty at its best.
Food Shopping
Farmers Market, Skibbereen
A must if around on a Saturday enjoy walking amongst vast array of stands selling local produce and crafts.
The Fish Shop, Union Hall
An array of freshly caught fish
Fields Supervalu Supermarket, Skibbereen
Renowned for its strong focus on local produce and fresh fish, butcher and deli counter along with in-house bakery plus a wide range of ingredients.