West Cork History Societies Association

06/08/2026

Kilbrittain Historical Society launch of Journal West Cork History Societies Association Kinsale Cultural & Heritage Society Timoleague Historical SocietyCork County Council Bandon Walled Town Festival The Courcey Chronicle

05/08/2026

🎉 The Full Programme is Now Live!

The wait is over...

The Bandon Walled Town Festival Programme is now available to explore online at bandonhistory.com!

From fascinating history talks and guided walks to traditional music sessions, storytelling, family events and celebrations of Bandon's remarkable natural and built heritage, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Whether you're passionate about local history, love live traditional music, enjoy discovering hidden stories or simply want to experience the best of Bandon, this year's programme is packed with opportunities to get involved.

📖 Printed programmes will be arriving in local shops, cafés and public buildings next week , but why wait?

🌐 Visit bandonhistory.com today to browse the full programme, plan your week and book your place on the events that require advance booking.

We look forward to welcoming you to another fantastic celebration of Bandon's heritage, culture and community.

Please like, share and tag anyone who might enjoy this year's festival!

All our events would not be possible without the support of The Heritage Council and Local Festival Fund from Cork County Council Pure Cork and local sponsors Supervalu Bandon ABP Food Group Copper Grove and



This is Bandon The Shruggs The School of Irish Archaeology Cork County Council Library & Arts Service Bandon Opinion/The Opinion

05/08/2026

We are delighted to be back at the West Cork History Festival this weekend, where we will have our usual selection of books of West Cork interest, local journals produced by members of the West Cork History Societies Association and a select of quality second-hand books. If you are there, drop by.

09/07/2026

Jerome Lordan set to entertain

Jerome Lordan, author and historian is set to provided a fascinating lecture and gentle stroll at the The Lusitania Museum & Old Head Signal Tower on Saturday July 11th at 2pm. If you are interested in attending DM us here. The cost is 12 euro and can be paid at the Signal Tower.

04/07/2026

Anthony Beese, geologist, will lead an excursion at Timoleague on Saturday 11 July at 4pm. The presentation is entitled ‘The 1755 Lisbon Earthquake-Tsunami and how it impacted Courtmacsherry Harbour’, and is being held in conjunction with Timoleague Historical Society.

The impact of the tsunami is well remembered along the West Cork coast, and during the excursion, there will be some discussion concerning local folklore and historical descriptions of the event.

This free event is limited to members of Timoleague Historical Society. Exact meeting point will be set based on weather conditions, closer to the event. For non-members, enquiries regarding membership and attendance should be made to 0867871358.

04/07/2026

Calling all descendants of Dunmanway. Have you booked your place, if not contact us. [email protected]
Three day tickets or day tickets are available, contact us.

OM History Consultant Tommy Collins Stories on the Street- Ireland West Cork History Societies Association West Cork FM Deirdre Kelly Dunmanway Community Council Ted Chambers

17/06/2026

17/06/2026

The annual 1798 commemoration of the ‘Battle of the Big Cross’ will take place this Friday June 19th at Asna Square, Clonakilty at 8pm. Widely recognised as the only significant uprising of the United Irishmen in Co. Cork, the battle occurred just north of Shannonvale, about two miles from Clonakilty town on June 19th 1798.

The historical, non-political commemoration, which is organised by Dúchas Clonakilty Heritage, will be dedicated this year to the late Cionnaith Ó Súilleabháin, who was instrumental in organising the event each year. Dúchas Vice-Chairman Michael O’Mahony will deliver a short historical account of the battle and a wreath will be laid by the Mayor of Clonakilty Clonakilty Mayoral Council.

All are welcome to attend.