Family things to do near Ballydehob, Co. Cork

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Leap Scarecrow Festival 2026

Mon 19 Oct 2026 – Sun 1 Nov 2026 · Check official times Leap · Cork 23 min drive Free
AgesSuits all agesAllow2-3 hoursSettingMostly outdoorBookingBooking available

Why it matchesExplore imaginative scarecrow displays throughout Leap village, enjoy family fun, live music and children's entertainment.

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Beicin Loop

Bantry · Cork 18 min drive Check price
AgesSuits all agesAllow1-2 hoursSettingMostly outdoorBookingNo booking needed

Why it matchesEasy 2.5km harbour walk in Bantry featuring local birdlife, seals, and old railway history.

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Schull Planetarium

Open dates vary · Check official times Schull · Cork 9 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesSchull Planetarium, part of the local community college, is the only Planetarium in the Republic of Ireland and provides a unique educational resource.

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Cinemax Bantry

Open dates vary · Check official times Bantry · Cork 17 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesCinemax Bantry provides the opportunity to avail of an evening of quality time with family, or relaxation with friends.

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Bantry Bay Boat Hire

Open dates vary · Check official times Bantry · Cork 18 min drive Check price
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Why it matchespart of the Wild Atlantic Way from a different perspective, enjoying the picturesque scenery and natural birdlife or wildlife, it’s not uncommon to spot dolphin and seals.

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Heir Island

Open dates vary · Check official times Heir Island · Cork 21 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesLocated in Roaringwater Bay, Heir Island, or as it sometimes referred to, Hare Island, is one of the most accessible and sheltered of the Carberry's Hundred Isles.

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Heir (Hare) Island Sailing School

Open dates vary · Check official times Skibbereen · Cork 21 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFormerly known as Camp Roaringwater, Heir (Hare) Island Sailing School in County Cork is a residential and day facility catering for all ages and abilities.

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Summer SUP School Cork

Open dates vary · Check official times Crookhaven · Cork 30 min drive Check price
AgesBest for ages 8 and upAllow2-3 hoursSettingMostly outdoorBookingBooking required

Why it matchesEnjoy stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, lessons, rentals, and summer camps in Crookhaven.

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Schull Harbour

Open dates vary · Check official times Cork 9 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesLocated on the western side of a natural inlet, Schull Harbour is set in the busy and scenic village of Schull and is a popular spot for water activities like sailing and diving.

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Aiteall

Fri 23 Oct 2026 – Sun 25 Oct 2026 · Times vary by day Bantry · Cork 18 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesEnjoy concerts, workshops and pop-up gigs featuring singer-songwriters in Bantry.

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Fastnet Marine and Outdoor Education Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Schull · Cork 10 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesBased in Schull, County Cork, the Fastnet Marine And Outdoor Education Centre run a series of non-residential five-day sailing courses during June, July and August.

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Schull Farmers Market

Open dates vary · Check official times Cork 8 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesSchull Country Market (established in 2002) aims to meet the demand for local and specialised food and craft products.

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Fastnet Trails - Derreenard Loop

Open dates vary · Check official times Ballydehob · Cork 6 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFastnet Trails - Derreenard Loop is a 11.9 km loop walking trail graded Easy.

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Fastnet Trails - Rossbrin Loop Walk

Open dates vary · Check official times Ballydehob · Cork 4 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFastnet Trails - Rossbrin Loop Walk is a 13 km loop walking trail graded Easy.

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