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Aidan Ryan and Lorraine O’Keeffe Anthony Kelly and Noreen O’Brien
Maurice Kenneally, Breeda Hehir and Tommy Aoife and Cian Butler helping
Coleman to Clean-Up
Noel Mackey Club President pictured with former Players Ken Dempsey, Martin Coen and Brian Waide
YOUGHAL UNITED WORLD RECORD BREAKERS
The moment when the Current World Record was broken. Players and Officials
pictured at 12.18p.m. on Sunday.
By Christy Parker complete new sound system for the Mall Arts Centre. Both these
Report of the Town Clerk on Matters Arising from the projects will be complete by the end of the summer period.
Monthly Meeting of Youghal Town Council held on 10th May 6. Heritage Regeneration Works at Emmet Place: Works on the
2010. next phase of this project will commence over the summer period
1. Social Housing Programme: The Capital Allocation budget as and will be completed before the end of the year. The contract for
notified by the Department of the Environment for 2010 has been the works has been awarded to MMD Construction Ltd. of Unit 8
set at €555,000. This is insufficient to meet the Council's needs in Airways Technology Park, Farmers Cross, Cork in the sum of
2010 and is a mere 34% of the figure requested at the end of last €96,450.00 (excl. VAT). This works project is under the supervi-
year. Consequently I have made further applications for additional sion of David Kelly Partnership and will see the continuation of
monies to enable the Town Council to meet its 2010 commitments. the Church Street works and design to Emmet Place.
The Council's Capital Housing Allocation Budget in 2006 was 7. Enterprise Centre: I have secured funding from both Pobail
€4m compared to €555,000 for 2010. The Council's commitments and Youghal Credit Union totalling €32,500 to commence the first
in 2010 centre on the completion of the Seafield Housing Scheme expansion of the Enterprise Centre. This involves the renovations
(24 units) and the purchase of Part V properties at Ard Caladh, of the Coach House/Garage area of the complex into a self con-
Youghal and The Estuary, Youghal. tained incubation unit for start up businesses. The works will com-
2. Urban Road Improvement: As you are aware the Road mence shortly and should take approximately three months to
Infrastructure of all Local Authorities was seriously damaged by complete. It is anticipated that this unit will be available to suitable
bad weather earlier in the year. Works have been completed on the start up businesses later this year. Details of which will become
following sections in Youghal town: available as part of the Enterprise Centre Marketing Plan and
A) 1. Cork Hill (2621m2) €37,000 through its website.
2. Raheen Road (1945m) €27,000 8. Traffic Management Plan, Ashe Street, DeValera Street,
3. Spa Hill/Magners Hill (1960m2) €35,000 Church Street, Emmet Place: The public consultation process
4. Magners Hill (1670m2) €25,000 closed on this draft plan on 23rd April last. Five submissions were
5. Road Drainage & Footpath Repair €15,000 received during the official public consultation phase as publical-
Total completed to date: €139,000 ly advertised on 12th March 2010. A full set of the Draft Plan was
sent to the Gardai for comment and I await their recommenda-
B) The following further works are currently being carried tions/comment on the content of same. Once this has been
out: received, this Garda report together with the five submissions will
1. Kilcoran Road (3850m2) €60,000 be sent to the Council's Traffic Engineer to compile her report/rec-
2. Golf Links Road (1925m2) €30,000 ommendations based on the submissions received. Once this
3. Further Drainage and Footpath Provision/Repair report has been received all the reports and submissions will be
€15,000 presented to the Members of Council for a final decision.
Total to be completed: €105,000 9. Review of Road Traffic & Car Parking Bye Laws: The pub-
This represents a total anticipated spend of €244,000 (A & B) on lic consultation process closed on these Draft Bye Laws on 3rd
road resurfacing. March 2010. Fifteen submissions were received during the official
public consultation phase as publically advertised on 20th January
3. Heritage Funding 2010. As you are aware I have made sever- last. A full copy of the Draft Dye Laws have been sent to the
Gardai for comment and I await their recommendations/comments
al applications for Heritage Funding for 2010 and have received on the content of same. Once this has been received the Town
successful letters of offer for the following projects. Manager will prepare a report and a set of recommendations for
the Members of the Council. A copy of this report together with a
1. An Architectural Character Appraisal of copy of each of the fifteen submissions will be forwarded to each
Historic Quarter of Youghal Town: €4,900 elected representative and will be placed on the agenda of the next
2. Myrtle Grove Conservation Plan: €15,000 available Council Meeting for discussion and a final decision.
3.St. Mary's Collegiate Church 10. Current Financial Position of the Council as on 30th April
Graveyard Trail: €2,700 2010: I have recently carried out a full review of the Council's cur-
4. Youghal Town Wall rent financial position in comparison to the adopted 2010 budget.
Expenditure on the Revenue Account for the first 4 months of
Repairs to Sections J & K: €200,000 2010 amounted to €1.351m which is almost exactly the same as
Total amount of funding obtained: €222,600 the budget provision for the first four months. This means that
All of these projects are due to commence shortly and will be com- expenditure wise the Council is on target for 2010. Income on the
pleted by the end of 2010. Revenue Account for the first four months of 2010 amounted to
€1.13m which is €220,000 below budget expectations. Of this
4. Application for Youghal Eco Boardwalk Project: I have made €220,000 rates income amounts for €167,000 which is quite con-
an application for Failte Ireland for Phase 1 of the above project cerning. This situation cannot be allowed to continue, consequent-
under the Atlantic Walkways Fund. The aim of this 3 phase proj- ly I am recommending to Council the following actions:
ect is to provide an eco walkway from the Front Strand in Youghal 1) Amendments to the 2010 Budget to save/gain an additional
to Redbarn. The linking of the Town with Redbarn is considered €60,000 immediately:
a) Reduction in Housing Expenditure (Cut) €15,000
critical to ensure that the investment under the Seaside Resort (Primarily administration and associated costs)
Scheme is supported and also to enhance the attractions of the b) Road lining budget (Cut) €5,000
town as a tourist destination with a multi faceted range of activi- c) Saving on commercial water payment to
ties and activity levels. Failte Ireland can provide up to 75% fund- Cork County Council (Saving) €4,000
ing for this type of project and a decision is due to be made on this d) Heritage Fund (Cut) €5,000
imaginative project shortly. e) Street Sweeper Provision (Cut) €5,000
f) St. Mary's Church Fund (Cut) €5,000
5. Event Management at Mall Arts Centre, St. Mary's Church: g) College Centre Fund (Cut) €5,000
Over the last twelve months events at both venues generated a sur- h) Increase in NPPR Income (not yet received) (Gain) €16,000
plus of €4,000 after all expenses etc. were paid. Youghal Socio Total: €60,000
Economic Development Group used these surplus monies as
match funding to secure €19,000 in Grant Aid from SECAD for 1) 2) Increase legal action on rates and obtain judgment mortgages
a demountable stage for St. Mary's Collegiate Church and 2) a where practical. Encourage early intervention and staged pay-
YOUGHAL TOWN COUNCIL JUNE MEETING Page 2
2) Increase legal action on rates and obtain judgment mortgages had seen creating mounds of gravel at the promenade end of
where practical. Encourage early intervention and staged pay- Claycastle. Town engineer Paul Murray promised to investigate.
ments where practical. Rates income is now to be reviewed on a Cllr Beecher echoed the Jail Steps concerns. He was also con-
weekly basis and action taken in individual cases where deemed cerned that "a tunnel" had been dug to gain access to the Mill Road
necessary. playground and wanted a camera installed. The Lighthouse Hill,
11. Diving Rocks Closure: The Town Manager took the decision Church Street and Priory Court needed cleaning, he concluded.
to close the Diving Rocks on Friday 28th May last, having consid- Staff, not grass, cuts.
ered at length a report by both Irish Water Safety and the Safety The town clerk interceded that, regarding grass cutting, cleaning
Department of Cork County Council. That report identified sub- etc, council staff cuts rendered it impossible to maintain the level
stantive risks in the area which could result in either serious of previous service. He said two full-time workers were unable to
injuries or loss of life relating mainly around: cope with the problem. Council staff levels were now lower than
a) "The diving board area is 3 metres above the rocks at in 1984, while the town 's size had increased by 40%. The recruit-
low tide which Irish Water Safety feel is not sufficient ment embargo on part-time workers meant the issue would recur
amount of depth for the diver to make safe entry. The continuously and it was "strangling local authorities." He suggest-
board is almost at water level at high tide". ed councillors inform their political parties. It was agreed to com-
b) "Irish Water Safety consider the diving area to be very plain also, in writing, to the Minister for the Environment via a
unsafe and access to the area should be closed off from motion at July's meeting.
the public". Cllr Sammy Revins warned that the Lighthouse Hill railings were
c) "The catwalk areas are potentially entrapment areas for "seriously corroded" and feared that, given the current health 'n'
swimmers as tides rise, or in case of extreme wave safety culture, "we'll be closed off from the Walter Raleigh!" He
surges". also asked when the Millennium Garden's main entrance would be
Once notified of the Report and its recommendations, the Council open, as elderly people were afraid to access the garden through
could be potentially exposed to legal action should an accident the playground. Mr. Ryan said it was currently closed due to two
occur and the Council had not acted on the recommendations of CCTV poles being erected, while town foremen Ger Lupton said
the Report. The report can now be considered at length by both the the gates would be re-open in the coming days but may close inter-
Executive and Members of the Council with a view to the long mittently.
term plans for the area. Flower pots
Matter arising from the town clerk's report: Cllr Linehan Foley said residents in Quain's Terrace would volun-
On foot of the council's stated intention to pursue rate defaulters, tarily maintain an overgrown bank area if it was cut and seeds
Cllr Barbara Murray asked that legal action be deemed last resort. planted. She asked whether three flowerpots for Dr. Kennedy's
Mr Ryan said there are many alternatives available, pending nego- Place that had been ordered and was told they were imminent. The
tiation with the council. However, failure to "step up to the mark" area has been the subject of dangerous kerb driving and she said
and meet/confer with the council would herald no other option but the pots would help prevent "something bad happening."
legal proceedings. Town manager Patricia Power added there Cllr Coyne complained that a large mound of rock was in danger
would henceforth be a weekly review of ratepayers because no of collapsing from a vandalised wall near Quain's Terrace. Mayor
money coming in meant "very serious cuts to services." Sandra McLellan indicated that rubbish was being dumped near
It was decided to await the September meeting to consider the new council houses behind Seafield and residents were concerned.
Draft Traffic Management and Parking Plan. JuIy was an alterna- She also asked if two blackout blinds and a rain sensor for air
tive but September allows more time for the traffic engineer and vents could be installed in the Mall Arts Centre. It was also joyful-
the gardai to consider the details There are no council meetings in ly noted that the centre made a €4,000 profit over the past year.
August.. Cork County Council Items:
Congratulations: Cllr Linehan Foley said the "brutal" smell had returned at Foxhole
Cllr Mary Linehan Foley congratulated Youghal United on setting and was even discernible by the Strand. She said the "stench"
a new world record (pending ratification by the Guinness Book of would compromise tourism. She also complained that the €3
Records) of 33½ hours for a continuous five-a-side football match. entrance fee to the landfill unfairly discriminates against those
"It was a brilliant weekend and those fit men were pleasing to the with minimal rubbish or indeed minimal money and was not
eye," she commented. The councillor also congratulated "every- encouraging recycling. The councillor asked if a sanctioned, dis-
body that was involved in the Procession." Cllr Sammy Revins abled space at Raheen Park was to be installed and also whether
said the FCA's absence from that occasion was due to a lack of the ones for Cork Hill. She wondered also if the Lighthouse Hill
numbers. viewing stands could be rendered safe and re-opened for the sum-
Cllr Michael Beecher also congratulated Youghal United and sim- mer.
ilarly Aaron Tobin who won two All-Ireland snooker titles in Bags by bins banned
under-14 and under-15 grades in Carlow. He also acknowledged Cllr Hennessy complained that residents had been issued with lit-
the "fantastic" show performed by the Youghal Musical Society. ter fines after private refuse company Country Clean had wrongly
Cllr Eoin Coyne paid tribute to the Casey family on the success of informed them that it was ok to leave transparent waste bags
the Emer Casey 10k. "There was great community involvement," beside their bins. The town clerk said the company had informed
he observed. him that they were ceasing the provision of such bags. He said all
Town Foreman's Report: waste, including recyclables, "must be presented in a bin for col-
Cllr Michelle Hennessy said the road was crumbling at the Raheen lection."
Road turn-off for Raheen Park, that the Raheen Road car park Cllr Murray asked if such issued fines could be annulled. Mr. Ryan
"needs to be sprayed," the grass at the top of Blackwater Heights replied that Cork County Council operated waste management
requires cutting, the yellow box at the bottom of Cork Hill wants byelaws. Photographic evidence inevitably coincided with fines
paint and a log needs removing from the Mall -where grass and and the level of the evidence would determine the outcome of
weeds are also rampant. With a heavy sigh, she described the Jail appeals. Cllr Hennessy suggested Country Clean should be fined,
Steps as "shocking" with weeds, overgrown hedges, a missing while Cllr Murray asked what was the best course for someone
door, an open shore and illegal dumping prevailing. Similar desti- with a rubbish surplus after a big clean-out had filled their bins.
tution persisted at the upper end of the steps. The town manager advised they would best "stand in the hallway"
Cllr Murray reiterated the Jail Steps woes and also agreed that the with the bags prior to collection.
Mall needed tidying. The councillor inquired as to a machine she
YOUGHAL TOWN COUNCIL JUNE MEETING Page 3
with a rubbish surplus after a big clean-out had filled their bins. tival in August at Nealon's Quay and wanted to cordon off he car
The town manager advised they would best "stand in the hallway" park. "They need to make a formal application so we can consid-
with the bags prior to collection. er the issues," replied the town clerk. The mayor then reminded
Relevant to litter, Mr. Ryan said 20 fines were about to be issued that a delegation from Youghal's French 'twin' Larmor Plage was
to individuals caught illegally littering by the council's mobile arriving that week, with a welcoming reception and dinner dance
CCTV. He anticipated "no representations" being made on their earmarked.
behalf either! Flags
Meanwhile Cllr Revins recommended Cork County Council aban- When the mayor mentioned that a blue flag award ceremony was
don their pay-by-weight system and return to the old flat rate occurring on Thursday 17th, Cllr Linehan Foley complained that
method, to counteract illegal dumping. He also accused the coun- Youghal had received more media publicity for losing the flag at
ty council of failing to compete adequately with private contrac- the front strand than for receiving two at Redbarn and Claycastle.
tors. The town manager was unimpressed on either score and Cllr Revins asked if the lost flag could be appealed and argued,
responded that Cork County council had to operate waiver "it's the same body of water" that serves all three beaches. Using
schemes as well as provide a budget for street cleaning. "It is not somewhat unfortunate terminology, the town manager explained
on a level playing field with private operators," she summarised. that "the flush of water and what it brings down" can differ. Cllr
Cllr Murray said the county council offer options for either system Murray felt that increasing the testing from 10 to 20 would vindi-
and alleged that private operators were "laughing at" the county cate Youghal, which had only failed on one count. Cllr Beecher
council. "The town council did a better job when we had the observed that the national media seldom referred to Redbarn or
responsibility for waste and I'm proud of that," concluded Cllr Claycastle as Youghal beaches and it was decided to precede ref-
Revins. erences to either with town's name in future.
Fumes for thought, bins and dogs Mayor McLellan said she had received complaints that the tri-
Cllr Coyne asked for a completion date for the footpath at the bot- colour was not flown over the town hall during the Procession.
tom of the Spa hill and a starting date for road surfacing on Golf She was told that it was not a statutory requirement.
Links Road. He was told the former was detailed in the Manager's Minor Flood Relief -Coastal Protection Programme 2010:
Orders and the latter would commenced next day in the school Youghal received €18,000 towards flood relief, a fact greeted with
vicinity, with funding assessment thereafter. The councillor scorn and disdain by the chamber. "It's a joke," said Cllr Murray
repeated concerns over the 'dump odours' and suggested Cork adding that €1m was needed to fix the crack-ridden wall at the
County Council conduct a safety audit on the odours (a veiled ref- beach alone.
erence to the diving rocks controversy). He accepted the town Commission for Taxi Regulation Strategy Statement 2010-14:
engineer's suggestion that he send an e-mail to Cork County Cllr Beecher asked when Youghal would get its taxi rank. "It must
Council's Head of Environment section. 'Might as well send one to be raised at Cork County Council level," said Mr Ryan, with the
the EP as well," contributed Cllr Beecher, "for what it's worth." number of taxi licence applications a determining factor."
The town manager said she too would write, to the Director of Currently there is just one applicationn. Cllr Linehan Foley said
Services for Waste Management. Cllr Beecher labelled the CIE there would be more if the rank was first installed, while Cllr
grounds the front strand as "atrocious," adding, "they think they Beecher felt the competition was needed against what he "had
can get away with it because they're a government body." heard" were "over the top prices" charged by the current services.
Cllr Linehan Foley then questioned whether the council could be Youghal Eco Boardwalk Project: Application for funding to
certain that the smell emanated from the dump at all. She pondered Failte Ireland:
whether the pong might be from the adjacent (SWS) sludge drying The town clerk said he had applied to Failte Ireland, through its
facility. She argued that new smells did not resemble the old, open Atlantic Walkways Fund, for Phase1 funding. The three-Phase
odours she and her colleagues would recall from childhood. Her project aims to provide a wooden walkway from Claycastle to
point was well accepted. Redbarn, with Phase 1 covering the length of Claycastle.
Cllr Murray insisted that Cork County Council workers should Eventually the project would link with the town centre via the des-
empty the Claycastle bins "every Friday and Monday" and not just ignated tourist walk already in place. Failte Ireland can provide up
immediately following "a hoo-hah" over it in the council chamber. to 75% funding for Phase1 and a decision on the application is
"The town council workers can be seen seven days a week," she expected shortly.
proceeded, but as for their county council equivalents, "we seek Tidy Towns Task Force Report by Cllr Linehan Foley:
them here we seek them there!" The town engineer tersely Cllr Linehan Foley said there is a big decline in hanging baskets
observed that domestic waste was being stuffed in the bins and and hoped people would supply their own this year. She revealed
wondered whether they should be deployed at all! Cllr Murray that, "regrettably, Ned Brennan is resigning from the Tidy Towns
accepted his point but said they should be emptied at either side of altogether." The council agreed to send Mr. Brennan a letter of
the weekend anyway. She also suggested that mobile CCTV be gratitude for his efforts.
utilised in county council areas, "especially Claycastle." Report on Unresolved Motions:
Cllr Murray asked that the Claycastle beach guard cabin be Cllr Revins called on Cork County Council either to erect a gate-
replaced as the windows are facing the car park meaning life way controlling access to the Claycastle car park or install ramps,
guards "have to huddle in the doorway" to see the beach! (Turn it to combat the prevalence of 'boy racers.' He said he was "sick of
round and the door is facing the wrong way!) She also queried it" with families being endangered by speeding cars. Angrily, he
whether the lifeguards might, at interview stage, be urged to empty compared Claycastle car park to "a runway" adjacent to a caravan
nearby bins on very quiet days as a matter of 'civic pride.' The park amidst efforts to promote tourism. "The gardai need to
town manager said she would inquire but the feeling was that the increase their enforcement," he added. Cllr Beecher concurred that
proposal would sink. The councillor concluded by querying why it was "crazy" what was going on" and advocated erecting a barri-
the work on the footpath at Foxhole had stopped. er at night.
Mayor McLellan inquired as to the bye-laws for dogs on the beach Cllr Murray drew attention to parking on the Lighthouse Hill and
during summer. Cllr Murray said new bye-laws prohibited dogs suggested CIE should park their buses at their derelict site in the
being unleashed on the beach between 11 am to 7pm during from strand rather than the council accommodating them. She also
May to August inclusive. During other times they had merely to be asked when the signs denoting free main street parking from 1-
"under control." 2pm would emerge. Mr. Ryan said to await the passing of the new
Mayor's Business: parking bye-laws. Regarding the Lighthouse Hill, he advised that
Mayor McLellan said Youghal Boat Club hoped to hold their fes- it was a Cork County Council issue and that there were several
should conduct a risk assessment and opted for the Irish Water
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Safety Association. The insinuation of the public voicing concern
factors involved, including redesigning and "proper bays". He is thus debunked as a sham, if not officially so.
noted to that private bus and truck operators also currently parked No apology Ms Power said she had no apology to make for order-
there. ing the closure, given the report's findings. A subsequent assess-
Cllr Beecher inquired as to a new footpath on the Quarry Road, a ment by the county council's own health and safety personnel, she
handrail between Knockaverry and Kilcoran Road and "continu- added, vindicated the original report. She would "not sit over a sit-
ing the road" from Blackwater Heights to Woodview Court. He uation" where she was told somewhere was very unsafe and she
was told the only impediment was the lack of funds. would be "horrified to think we could have fatalities there,"
Motion in the name of Cllr. Murray seconded by Cllr. Beecher: regardless of its fine history of safety. She added that Skellig
"That Youghal Town Council commission an independent study Michael was a different entity as it necessitated a conscious deci-
that will encompass all aspects of the Irish Water Safety Report. sion, involving a long journey bedecked with warning signage, to
This report should also evaluate how best this Council can proceed visit it. Youghal's diving rocks offered a more "casual" decision.
in ensuring that the Diving Rocks will be reopened to the public as Also, the 40ft in Dublin was deemed safe but an experienced
soon as possible." swimmer was nor a paraplegic after diving there.
The councillors were at pains to clarify that they had nothing to do As regards a resolution, there was little money for repairs etc, but
with either the safety assessment or the subsequent closure of the following Cllr Burke's report, Ms Power had agreed to have a fur-
diving rocks. In actuality, they had not even been informed of ther assessment conducted across all health and safety (as against
either in advance and were quite angry about that. There were in engineering) concerns. As requested, this would be conducted in
unanimous disagreement with the closure. Cllr Murray said Cllr summertime and within weeks.
Liam Burke- who was absent from the meeting- had sent each The chosen firm is Chris Mee, Safety Engineering, Cork, a mem-
councillor his detailed views on the issue from his perspective as ber IOSH, a highly reputed global health and safety organisation.
a regular visitor to the area spanning 50 years. Chris Mee have conducted work in Youghal before and the town
Cllr Murray said there was risk inherent in many places, whether clerk said he was satisfied as to their local knowledge capacity.
locally -at the beach's submerged groynes, the quayside, the Slob, Cllr Murray said there would remain risk regardless and said sig-
the Ardmore cliffs- or as far distant as Skellig Michael, where two nage was crucial. Ms Power replied that "as many measures as
people had died in recent times. Danger in natural environments possible could be employed against known dangers" following the
was part of life. She questioned the validity of an assessment con- audit and prior to gauging the remaining risk. Natural risks were
ducted in February on a summer facility and referred to the banal- unavoidable but encouraging usage through providing a diving
ity of assuming someone might dive off a board from three feet board etc., carried responsibility, she explained.
into an empty pool at low tide! Cllr Murray then warned that clos- The new safety audit will be prepared prior to July's meeting. The
ing off the access effectively meant creating danger by denying an council voted to foot the €2,500 bill for the survey, the money to
exit to those who accessed the area via the beach. "Can we not find come through cutbacks in other, unspecified services. Always a
a way to keep it open, with some signage and minor repairs, dark cloud to these silver linings. The council meetings will revert
instead of trying to wrap people in cotton wool?" she pleaded. She to Monday nights from July following the resolution of the public
hoped a consultant "with a little bit of savvy" could indicate like- sector dispute.
wise. Begins Septem
Cllr Beecher said the area, which had never seen an accident, was ber
2010 in Yougha
"now more dangerous" with the closure. Cllr Linehan Foley noted
that the Cliffs of Moher weren't closed off. Neither were Youghal's
County Cork l
quays; people undertook visits to such places at their own, con- Vocational Education Committee
scious risk. She urged haste towards a new report and said the
long-cordoned viewing stands be included too.
Cllr Revins noted that emergency service access was hardly a VTOS Second Chance
valid safety issue when "the services train on those rocks" and
would access the site by sea. He criticised the absence of local Education for Adults
knowledge from the safety report. Cllr Coyne also questioned the
report's credibility, pointing out that it recommended Green Hole This VTOS course is designed to provide second chance edu-
as a more suitable swimming area, despite it displaying a red flag! cation to adults who did not complete second level educa-
Cllr Hennessy said the rocks were "part of our heritage and should tion. The aim is to improve the general education level of
never have been closed." She said the area's natural topography participants so that they can progress to further education or
was an educational as well as a recreational attraction for children employment.
and adults. She wanted it re-opened "this year!" Mayor McLellan
said it was "health and safety gone mad" and that octogenarians
Course Content: English/Communications, Maths, Personal
were now compelled to climb a wall to get to their preferred swim-
ming spot. Development, Study Skills, Biology, Computers, Art &
Complaints? What complaints?... So where did it all begin? The Woodwork.
source of alleged "complaints" remains unclear. Town Manager
Patricia Power has not responded to e-mail requests before subse- Work experience will take place in Year 2 and Adult
quently stating that she was "not sure whether I received com- Education Guidance will be available for all participants.
plaints in writing or orally" and has failed to define how many
complaints there were or their nature. Duration: 2 year course, 5 days per week
However the manager informed June's council meeting that said
had been told of "a number of reports" citing the area as "being Certification: FETAC Level 3 & 4and ECDL
unsafe." On inquiring as to their origin, she recalled that Cork
County Council had a few years previous employed health and
Fees/Allowances: VTOS course are provided free of charge.
safety consultants "to try to inbed the issue of health and safety
issues within the working day of a local authority." At that time You may qualify for a training allowance.
comments had been made on the diving rocks and last year the
council's health and safety section had represented the area as For further information and an application form, contact:
unsafe, with a report dispatched to the town council. She then con- Maureen Murnane @ (086) 833 7498
sulted with "some of our health and safety people" as to who
IT'S OFFICIAL - SUMMER'S HERE
AS A RECORD TWO BLUE FLAGS RAISED IN YOUGHAL
Youghal was officially
confirmed as 'Ireland's
Finest Coastal Resort'
with two of its beaches,
Claycastle, and for the
very first time, Redbarn,
adjacent to the Quality
Hotel and Leisure Club
awarded 'Blue Flag
Status' by An Taisce on
Monday 14th June 2010.
The awards were pre-
sented by Mr. John
Gormley T.D., Minister for the Environment Heritage & Local
Government at Velvet Strand, Portmarnock, Co. Dublin.
This year a total 10 beaches in Cork - 5 in the South & East and 5
in the West of the county were awarded the prestigious blue flag
which represent the highest standards in water quality, environ-
mental information and education, environmental management
and safety, services and facilities.
Speaking at the official presentation of blue flag and green coast
awards ceremony at Youghal's Mall Arts Centre, Patricia Power,
Director of Services, Area Operations South, Cork County
Council commented: "It is important to remember that the Blue
Flag stands for more than just excellent bathing water quality. For
beaches, it covers 32 criteria which have developed over the years
to become more holistic and to address the various issues of sus- Aileen Ahern Youghal Tourism Development Officer, Cllrs Sammy Revins, Liam
Burke, Barbara Murray, Patricia Power County Manager, Mayor Sandra McLellan,
tainability; including litter management, provision of lifeguards, Cllr. Michelle Hennessy, Olivia Crossan Clean Coast Officer an Taisce and County
toilet facilities, animal control and more". Ms Power commended Mayor Derry Canty
the local authorities for their commitment to the Blue Flag cam-
paign, but also the clean-up operations carried out by various com-
Cllr. Mary Linehan Foley, Rev'd Canon Patrick Hewitt, Right Rev'd Paul Colton,
Bishop of Cork, Cloyne and Ross, Mayor of Youghal Sandra McLellan outside St.
Mary's Collegiate Church, Youghal
Presentation Convent nuns Sisters Elizabeth and Bridie with Canon Tom Browne
PP, Youghal
€1,679.13 raised at
Brookes Super Valu for
Shades 2010 Campaign
Michael Lee making a presentation to Tomy Quirke getting cosy with Kerry
Kerry Rose Veronica Hunt Rose Veronica Hunt
Mike Walsh and Mary Colbert pictured receiving the Green Coast Award for Ring
Strand Ballymacoda
Garryvoe Blue Flag Delegation pictured at the Awards Ceremony
Christine Conway pictured receiving the Green Coast Award for Garryvoe
Receiving a Blue Flag for Garryvoe is Bobby Walsh pictured with Olivia Crossan
Clean Coast Officer an Taisce, County Mayor Derek Canty and Patricia Power
County Manager
Ned Brennan pictured receiving the Green Coast Award for Claycastle
Receiving a Blue Flag for Redbarn is Connie Foley pictured with Olivia Crossan
Clean Coast Officer an Taisce, Youghal Mayor Sandra McLellan and County
Mayor Derek Canty.
Martin McCormick pictured receiving the Green Coast Award for Rocky Bay
Receiving the Blue Flag for Claycastle is Mike Long pictured with Olivia Crossan
Póilin Ni Ghrigin, Treasa Nic Inneiri County Mayor Derek Canty with Clean Coast Officer an Taisce, Youghal Mayor Sandra McLellan and County
and Ailbhe Ni Loinsigh Youghal Mayor Sandra McLellan Mayor Derek Canty.
YOUGHAL ARTS NETWORK MIDSUMMER BALL
Sean O’Neill, Liam McLellan with his wife Mayor Sandra McLellan and Donacha
O’Cearúill, Ball Organiser
Killeagh Ladies, Becky Fitzgerald, Niamh Daly, Alison Hennessy and Emily
Desmond
Kate Mehegan, Chris Connolly and Chris Kenefick with Monica and Ken
Sandra Yeomans Davis
Jirapapa Sithissain, Jennifer Kirwan, Pauline Harris, Barbara and Elia Kirwan Lisa Jayne Jones, Irene Furey, Tish Kenefick, David Wood and Nicola Browne
MARY LINEHAN-FOLEY ELECTED
NEW YOUGHAL MAYOR
By Christy Parker lic sector pay
Fianna Fail councillor Mary Linehan Foley has been elected dispute, which
Youghal mayor for the coming year. The councillor was proposed has recently
and seconded by party colleagues Cllr Sammy Revins and Cllr been settled.
Eoin Coyne respectively at June's AGM. However, Cllr
Cllr Coyne was in turn proposed as deputy mayor by Cllr Revins Hennessy said
and seconded by Cllr Linehan-Foley. There were no alternative that "as a mother
proposals from the seven councillors present, who were Cllrs of four"
Linehan Foley, McLellan (outgoing Mayor), Murray, Hennessy, Tuesday's time-
Burke, Coyne and Revins. frame suited her
Cllr Linehan-Foley has been a member of Youghal Town council better for the
since 1999. She has previously served as mayor in 2002/3 and summer dura-
2005/6. The daughter of legendary councillor, the late Paddy tion and she
Linehan and his wife, Maureen, the new mayor expressed regret sought support
that her parents were absent to see her assume the chair once for the retention
again. She is married with five children. Cllr Coyne was first for next month's
elected to the council in 2009. meeting.
Cllr Revins said Outgoing Mayor Sandra McLellan handing over the chain
of office to newly elected Mary Linehan-Foley.
Monday night
Monday evening council meetings meetings suited him far better but he would allow July to remain
still on hold unaltered. Amongst the remaining councillors, Mary Linehan-
Foley said that, "As an elected representative I make it my busi-
Prior to the mayoral election, the council opted to retain the ness to be present regardless of the time." The others present
Tuesday morning council meeting arrangement at least until July. showed a preference for Tuesday mornings, having experienced
There was no opposition to Cllr Michelle Hennessy's proposal that the phenomenon, although they agreed that it may -certainly
the Tuesday sittings continue in July, where the situation will then would not in fact- be equally suitable or appealing to other coun-
be reviewed. cillors. With that, it appears that July will host the final breakfast
The meetings were shifted to Tuesday mornings in lieu of the pub-
Newly elected Mayor of Youghal, Mary Linehan-Foley pictured with Town Clerk Liam Ryan, Helen Walsh Staff Officer, Deputy Mayor Eoin Coyne and outgoing Sandra
McLellan. Standing are Cllrs Michelle Hennessy, Sammy Revins, Barbara Murray and Liam Burke.
Bathing Water.
Ardmore Notes Good news on the bathing water quality is that the quality of the
Ardmore beach bathing water has improved and that both
Mr Mullins.: Friday night at St Declan's Hall will be a nostalgic Ballyquin and Goat Island have been awarded The Green Flag for
occasion when the people of Ardmore will say farewell to Mr high quality bathing water.
Victor Mullins NT who is retiring from the school which he joined Masses
in 1978. Victor has put a couple of generations of Ardmore chil- Having enjoyed more sunshine already this summer than the entire
dren through his hands, and his influence and inspiration has summers of recent years we finally had confirmation that summer
touched most families. Like most rural schools, Ardmore school has officially arrived at the weekend when Fr Milo announced that
is really an extension of many family homes and Victor really Sunday mass will return to Ardmore from next Sunday. Summer
embraced this concept as every student over those 32 years was Mass times are: Ardmore Church - Saturday 7.30 pm and Sunday
made feel at home and every parent welcomed with open arms. I 11.30 am; Grange Church: Sunday 10 am.
have often mentioned that Ardmore is blessed with children and New Rector.
teenagers of character and integrity and while much of this comes There was a lovely Evensong ceremony at St Paul's Church on
from the families, Victor Mullins and his fellow teachers has had Sunday evening where many locals gathered to welcome Rev
major influence on the character building on all the young men Patrick Hewitt on his first official visit to Ardmore. George Perks
and women, boys and girls of the area. We'll miss him. did the official welcome, Rev Hewitt conducted the ceremony to
His staff too will miss him as there has always been a great spirit the accompaniment of the lovely choir and all enjoyed some
of happiness, cooperation and teamwork amongst the staff in the delightful refreshments afterwards.
school. It has always been a pleasure to visit and see this happy, Concert.
dedicated and highly motivated team in action. It speaks volumes The Community Alert Committee Concert on Saturday night was
too for Victor's influence that two of the current staff are past most enjoyable and a fine crowd showed up to support it as well.
pupils of his. So a big party then on Friday at 8 pm in the Hall and Jim Lane compered the evening and joined in with the mystery
everybody is welcome. Unfortunately it looks as if the senior foot- tour group in the anchor spot as well. Johnny Smith was in great
ball game with Ballinameala is going to clash but those who have voice as were the 6th class children from Ardmore School and
to go to the match will be home straight away afterwards - he there was some lovely dancing from the O'Brien girls and wonder-
taught and coached many of the players! In fact one of the unique ful music from Kathleen Quinn and Josephine Fitzgerald.
things about the school is the interaction between the teachers and Summer Bazaar.With only a couple of weeks to go to the annual
the past pupils. Frequently you'd see past pupils popping in to say summer bazaar the Hall Committee have asked that any unwanted
hello but Victor followed the progress of everyone of them with a items of household goods or garden furniture will be kindly
keen interest and a great sense of pride. accepted. Regrettably items of clothing, shoes and handbags can-
The beautiful new Ardmore School will be a monument to him for not be accepted.
generations to come as will the astra turf pitch which he has The Hall Committee is also running a raffle for a first prize of a
planned and which will be added during the summer holidays! Mountain Bike 2nd prize Lunch for 2 in Whitehorses 3rd 50 euro
Let's hope a big crowd will make the effort to turn out and say note, 4th Art print from Ardmore Art Gallery, 5th 25 euro vouch-
thanks to a man who has done our parish huge service over the past er from Mari Mina Pharmacy Ardmore 6th Bottle of Whiskey 7th
32 years. Box of chocolates. Tickets are on sale in Post Office or from any
The Cliff Walk: The Cliff Walk is, next to the Round Tower, prob- member of hall committee.
ably n Ardmore's most valuable asset, steeped in heritage with a Yankee Doodle.The Round Tower Hotel 'Gig in the Garden' on
unique collection of flora and fauna including some very rare Sunday evenings is really rocking with the fine weather and now
species of birds, breathtaking scenery and a key lookout spot for comes news that The Tidy Towns Committee are planning to cel-
whale and dolphin watchers. The extreme frost and heavy rain last ebrate The American Independence Day on July 4th with a Yankee
winter did untold damage to it and also to the grounds of St style 'cookout' Barbeque and with Samson booked for the music it
Declan's Well and the vigorous growth which has followed since promises to be a great evening, weather permitting.
knocked much of the fencing and all but closed the walk with bri-
ars and nettles. Up to recent years The Ardmore Enterprise group
kept it in good repair and a recent attempt for funding to restore it
to its natural and beautiful self was hi-jacked. Hence, there have Youghal Pigeon Club
been many complaints to Waterford County Council, to various
business people and to locals as people were being torn with bri- Last Saturday 18th of June the second last race of the old bird sea-
ars walking it. Most of the complainants haven't even seen it in wet son was flown from Larne in County Antrim. The birds were lib-
weather, when it is much worse, impassable with floods and muck. erated at 8.30am in ideal conditions with a helping wind and the
Well low and behold it is walkable again. Some knight or knights birds were expected to cover the 217 miles in a very fast time. This
in shining armour (and I wasn't one of them) tackled into it over was how it turned out with birds in just after 4 hours. First home
the weekend and cleared all the bushes and briars to open the path this week was P & A Kelly who timed in at 12.37. Their bird was
and even managed to repair some of the fencing. They did a fan- flying over 54 miles per hour. The full result was as follows:- 1st
tastic job, but the fencing still needs a good bit of work done and P & A Kelly, 2nd M. Aherne, 3rd M. Aherne, 4th B. Hehir, 5th F.
the blocked drain and rain outlets still need attention. Walsh. The last old bird race will be flown the weekend of 26th of
That's community spirit in action. They just got up and did it - no
June from Perth in Scotland. Many thanks to our sponsors for
bull, no lectures, no meetings and no pay. Volunteerism is a crucial
part of our heritage that is disappearing before our eyes and being their continued support.
buried by red tape and pseudo experts. Well done to the people
who took on this wonderful job - Ardmore owes you! COME AND JOIN US FOR
Sewage nearing completion: After months of heavy construction
work, the interim sewage plant in the church car park is nearing A FUN AFTERNOON
completion. Originally scheduled to be completed by the June
The Open House Sessions for older people in the community has
bank holiday it does look as if the road will finally be re-opened
proved to be very popular. The next event is on Monday 12th July
this week, to the relief of everyone. With the marvellous June sun-
2.30-5.00. Music by Bobby and Peter Lee and friends. Dancing,
shine, Ardmore has been very busy and both the road usage and
sing-along, storytelling, tea / coffee. Admission fee €2. For every-
car parking spaces have been hectic. Hopefully, now when the
one particularly young at heart. For further information contact
contractors move out that they will clear up the whole place.
Stacey.
WEST WATERFORD NEWS
June Walk meet all the members and enjoy the wonderful party athmosphere on
On Thursday last the boys and girls of Clashmore National School the day. A very special word of thanks to Oliver and Mruial and
together with their teachers set off on their annual June fundraising
walk which took them through the village and down the Raheen Walk.
Once again we were blessed with wonderful weather and everyone
enjoyed the day. thanks to everyone who sponsored the children our
draw co-ordinator Fiona Lombard and all who helped in any way to
make the event so sucessful.
Congratulations to the following pupils who were the winners of
prizes in our special draw for all who participated in the draw Ian
Roche,Adam Lombard & Will Walsh
Oliver Coffey Chairperson of Co. Mary & Billy Allen with Oliver Coffey at
Waterford Community Forum present- the presentation of the award for neigh-
ing Margaret O’Keeffe Chairperson of bour services & support won at the 2009
Kinsalebeg Community Group with community & voluntary awards in
their award Kinsalebeg last week.
The boys and girls of clashmore national school who took part in the annual june
fund raising walk for their school
Oliver Coffey Chairperson of Co. Waterford Community Forum pictured with the
committee of the Kinsalebeg Community Group at the presentation of the award
for neighbour services and support won at the 2009 community & voluntary awards
in Kinsalebeg last week.
Mayor of Youghal Sandra McLellan pictured at the Mall Arts Centre greeting Mayor of Larmor Plage Victor Tonnere accom-
Annick Schrotman, Lesley Bailey and
panied by Town Councillors from both towns and members of both Twinning Committees.
Jennifer Roycroft
Mayor of Youghal Sandra McLellan and Mayor of Larmor Plage Victor Tonnere
pictured with Town Councillors from both towns
Cllr Eoin Coyne, Jenny Cooney, Mayor of Youghal Sandra McLellan, Angela
Youghal and Larmor Plage Choral Society members O’Donnell and Cllr. Michelle Hennessy
SCOIL CHORÁIN FÁINNE
PRESENTATION
Sixth Class of 2010 at Scoil Choráin pictured with Principal Sean O’Murchú and teachers Jean Ni Mhurchú and Úna de Paor. Shannen, Noel and Marie Joyce
Úna de Paor, Dylan Kenefick, Trish Leahy, Aisling Flavin, Jean Ni Mhurchú and
Kate Savage
KILLEAGH/INCH COMMUNITY
COUNCIL
The June meeting was held on Thursday 3rd June in Killeagh Hall. Prize Winners: 1st Anthony Horgan (16) 42pts pictured here with Eileen Coree
A number of matters arose from that meeting as follows: (Sponsor), Jimmy Coleman Captain, Jim Morey President & Vice Captain Peter
Lehane.
Pride in our Community - It was agreed that a tidy up of the old
graveyard in Killeagh would again be our project this summer.
Volunteers are sought and will meet every Tuesday night in Killeagh Open 4 Person Team
Graveyard at 8p.m. There is a lot of work to be carried out so plen-
ty of help is needed. Please support.
Sponsored by: AIB
Fundraising - A church gate collection will be held in our Parish in
aid of the Community Council on the weekend of the 3rd/4th July.
This is to raise much needed funds. This money will be used to re-
build the wall in the old graveyard and hopefully to buy defribrilla-
tors for our parish and to cover insurance costs etc. Please give gen-
erously.
Defibrillator - It is hoped to purchase a defibrillator shortly and
have same available locally. At present we are short numbers to
organise a rapid response group but hopefully more people will take
the training courses in the future. 12 people attended the first train-
ing course in May and gave excellent feedback on same. It is now
hoped to run another two night course in July costing approx.
€60.00. 16-18 year olds can be subsidised for training expenses.
This course will be advertised shortly. Please consider same and if
interested contact Mary at 086-2324844 or Carmel at 087-2040156. Prize Winners: 1st Kay Curtin (20), Eileen Cashman (27), Pat Motherway (30),
Elections - This is the final term of the present community council. Jane Coyne (36) pictured here with Martina Hooley Lady Vice Captain & from AIB
Elections will be held later in the year. Youghal - Marie Barry, Branch Manager.
Playground - This committee are negotiating with Cork County
Council as to the Council's requirements for suitable playground “NINTENDO, PLAYSTATION, XBOX REPAIRS
equipment and the layout of the site. Progress has been made and OTHER CONSOLES & IPOD SCREENS”
it is now hoped that an application can be made for funding in the Will repair broken screens, cases & games not playing
near future. And many other repairs.
Tidy Towns - Please make every effort to keep our village litter Also “Computer Repairs, Training & Upgrade Advice”
free and remove all rubbish promptly from our streets and surround- Contact Matt: 086-8238873
ing area. Email: magneticdragon2004@gmail.com
KERRY IS THE KINGDOM
AND VERONICA HUNT WEARS ITS CROWN
By Derek Kiely called as the 2010 Kerry
VERONICA Hunt is the Kerry Rose 2010 and I caught up with Rose I just couldn't believe it
Kerry's favourite Cork girl at her family home in Seafield Youghal I was stunned, my whole
this week, to find out how she became Kerry's leading lady for this family were there my Dad
year's 'World Famous Rose of Tralee Festival' and what her hopes (John) my Sisters (Valerie
and plans are on the run up to the festival which begins on the 20th and Caroline) and my
of August. Mother (Eileen) it really was
The Kerry Rose has only been crowned the 'Rose of Tralee' on one a very special moment".
occasion and that was way back in 1964 when Margaret O'Keefe Veronica was adorned with
was honoured. the sash and then the tears
46 years later and the honour of representing the host County and started to roll as the realisa-
all the responsibilities and pressures that go with it, fall on the tion of what was just after
shoulders of the 27 year old Youghal girl. happening hit home and the
The process of getting into the competition proper i.e. the 'Kerry emotions went into over-
Rose Competition'. involves filling in some lengthy entry forms drive.
which are scrutinised by the Kerry Rose of Tralee Committee, but Veronica: "I just couldn't
I first asked Veronica how she entered the competition in the first stop saying thank you, every
place. second I was thanking some-
Veronica: "The coach company 'Kingdom Coaches' who are used one and the 500 people stood
by my school (Mercy Mounthawk Secondary School Tralee) are up and clapped for me, I
owned and supplied by a man called John O’Shea. couldn't believe it. I prom-
His company are used to transport the escorts during the Rose of ised that audience on the
Tralee Festival and he asked me would I go for the Kerry Rose, but night I will not let Kerry
I wasn't sure if I would be eligible to begin with and I was a little down and I really meant it
taken aback when John suggested it. So I made a few enquiries then and I mean it now. The
first to see if there would be a problem with a Cork girl represent- Kerry people have been very
ing Kerry and as I have lived in Tralee for three years now and I good to me, I have been
work in Kerry I was perfectly eligible to enter. I checked out the given a great job at Mercy
forms and I still was a little apprehensive, but in the end I said why Mounthawk by them, I have
not try and John O’Shea and Kingdom Coaches became my spon- made great friends in Kerry
sors". and I promise to do them
From the moment those entry forms were signed a journey of proud".
extraordinary excitement began for Veronica as she got the call to Winning the Rose of Tralee
attend a meeting. is extremely difficult and the
Veronica: "Some of the 17 girls and some escorts were asked to criteria involved is very
attend a meeting at the Imperial Hotel in Tralee. I didn't know what detailed down to the very
was happening straight away. We were given info packs and were last second, but Veronica has
interviewed and then out of the blue we were taken that night to an honest approach to being
Tralee Greyhound Stadium. We were introduced publicly as the asked if she would love to
Kerry Rose contestants to the public and we were observed during win the Rose of Tralee title.
the night, on things like how we behaved, how we reacted to being Veronica: In the 'Kingdom'
thrown into the limelight and it was at this point it hit me that I had winning is very important
made it through to the Kerry Rose Final". and Kerry people love winning things, I would love to win it, who
On the same night Veronicas Mother Eileen was celebrating her wouldn't? But it's such an honour to be involved at all and I am so
60th Birthday in Kenmare and after a spell in Baileys Corner in proud that I am the Kerry Rose, it means so much to me and I
Tralee, Veronica dashed across the Mountains to join her family promise to do Kerry proud, I will give it everything I have got".
and even at this stage she wasn't getting too excited and played it The burning question on every ones lips when speaking to
down when asked about her evening. Veronica is what do the Kerry people think of a Cork girl repre-
Soon after that strange but exciting night Veronica was asked to senting their County in such a prestigious event?
attend interviews at the Earl of Desmond Hotel in Tralee for fur- Veronica: "At the start I was really unsure of how it would be
ther scrutiny. taken and I asked so many people did they mind, but everybody
Veronica: "We had to go through individual meetings and group has been great to me and they are genuinely behind me and that
meetings in front of a panel. The individual interviews were ok, includes the other 16 girls in this year's Kerry Rose competition. I
but I must admit I found the group interviews difficult enough, you know it might sound like a bit of a cliché when people say the
had to be aware of not talking over the other girls and then again other girls were great, but it really is true, they were great".
not say too little that was tricky, but I think we all got the hang of As you can imagine the diary of Miss Veronica Hunt is pretty full
it eventually". at the moment, but she gave a commitment to do all she is asked
The big day had come for Veronica when the Kerry Rose would be to do in Kerry and she is certainly living up to her word.
decided. Again the Earl of Desmond was the venue, but on this Bungee Jumping in Fenit, appearing with Sean Kelly in Cork, the
occasion the 17 finalists would be facing a crowd of 500 people. best dressed lady with the Kerry Senior Footballers, Breast Cancer
Veronica: "We arrived at the Earl at 3pm and the show wasn't until Awareness Presentations to events in Killarney for sufferers of
8pm. We had rehearsals and practice on the stage and got to meet Down Syndrome and that is just the tip of the ice berg.
the host Daithi O’Shea, who will also host the Rose of Tralee this All I can say about Veronica is that she is a lovely lady, full of
year, he is the very first Kerry man to do so. He was really a very grace, humour and most importantly humility and come August
nice guy and to be honest I was a little star struck when I met him. the 20th until the 24th everyone should tune in and support the
On the night I was the last girl up on the stage and it was nerve Youghal girl as she goes on to the biggest stage of her life.
wracking but exciting at the same time and when my name was Veronica: "The kids at school have made banners, the school staff
Kerry is the Kingdom and
Veronica Hunt wears its crown
has also been great along with my housemate Maria Rohan and the
unbelievable support of my family and friends I feel very privi-
leged indeed. There are over a 100 people already booked in for
the festival coming down from Youghal, I can't wait".
9 of Veronica's favourite things.
Fav Film: Pretty Woman
Fav Album: Anything by Take That
Fav Perfume: Coco Chanel 'Mademoiselle'
Fav Place visited: Switzerland
Fav place yet to get to: Canada
Fav Sporting Person: Sonia O'Sullivan
Fav Colour: Blue
Fav Fashion Designer: Don O'Neill
Fav Achievement so far: Becoming the Kerry Rose
Biog of Veronica
· Started school in the Presentation Primary School (Now Bun
Scoil Mhuire).
· Went to the Loreto Convent until 5th Year.
· Finished her Leaving Certificate at Bruce College Cork.
· Went to All Hallows College, Drumcondra in Dublin and along
with DCU (Dublin) did a BA in Psychology and Theology.
· Did her Post Graduate at UCC (Cork).
· Worked in Pobalscoil Na Tríonóide in Youghal.
· Currently at Mercy Mounthawk Secondary School in Tralee.
· In the 'Young Social Innovations Competition' Veronica brought
Mercy Mounthawk to second place in Ireland, which was an
astonishing achievement.
· As all her family have either strong theatrical or sporting
backgrounds she has already completed two school musicals at
Mercy Mounthawk.
Stephen & Avril Kenny on their Wedding Day 20th May, in the Garryvoe.
My wife the love of my Life.
We'd like to thank all our guests for such a great day.
Martin Drake told Youghal News "It was emotional, but it was
lovely. All of Caroline's family are here tonight and they are as
thrilled as I am about how highly thought of she was. I am delight-
ed and touched by the support I have received and I hope everyone
Willie and Breeda O’Mahony, Martin Drake with Maureen and Tom Fitzgerald enjoys the day".
YOUGHAL ICA MEMBER WINS
PRESTIGIOUS AWARD David Stanton TD
Julia Gracey-Cox with the Challenge
Cup awarded to her at a recent Cork Advice clinic - Youghal
ICA FEDERATION meeting. Julia 7.00pm, Monday,
received this award for her picture 5th July,
entitled "ALL CREATURES GREAT
AND SMALL". This picture is a Walter Raleigh Hotel
mixed media work and depicts over Please drop in if you have any issue to discuss
fifty animals, birds, reptiles etc. The
central theme is a Tree of Life, with a Constituency office:
day scene on one side and a night 29 St Mary's Road, Midleton
scene and water on the other side. Tel: 021 4632867
Julia, who has now been resident in Youghal for almost three or email: david.stanton@oir.ie
years, has just completed a two year Fetac 5 course in Art and Website www.stanton.ie
Design at the local Adult Education centre and is presently await-
ing her results.
MOST ORIGINAL CAR AWARD AT THE
At the recent AGM of the YOUGHAL ICA she was appointed
Hon Treasurer. Julia's fellow guild members congratulated her on YOUGHAL VINTAGE AND CLASSIC CAR RUN
bringing the Cup to Youghal.
YOUGHAL NEWS
NEXT ISSUE JULY 8TH 2010
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Aura's Award Winning Member
Youghal woman Mary O' - UPCOMING CONCERTS -
Keeffe had plenty of cause for
celebration recently when she
was chosen as Aura Youghal
Leisure Centre's Member of
the Month.
The monthly awards which
have been recently launched
at Aura Youghal aim to recog-
nise and celebrate Aura mem-
bers for their dedication and
commitment to their personal
fitness goals. AN EVENING WITH
Mary who lives in Garyduff, The 4 of Us Unplugged
Lackaroe just outside Youghal Brendan and Declan Murphy
has been a regular at Aura at the Walter Raleigh Hotel, Youghal • Friday July 2nd 2010
since she joined last
December and visits the cen- Brendan & Declan Murphy of The 4 Of Us will perform the highlights
of their 20 year career, along with new material, on their upcoming Irish
tre three or four times a week. tour in May.
She attributes much of her The Newry-born brothers have a critically-acclaimed back catalogue
improved fitness levels and improved body shape to her Aura spanning 20 years and six Top 20 albums, including hits such as Sunlight
workouts and the training she does with Aura Fitness Instructor - voted No 4 in a Today FM poll of Best Ever Irish Singles, and Mary -
David Fitzmaurice. one of the most played Irish tracks on national and regional radio.
"My main reason for joining Aura was to improve my health and The two-hour shows will be an opportunity to hear their songs in an
acoustic setting performed as they were originally written.
fitness levels. I really wanted to work on my cardiovascular fitness Brendan and Declan undertake a 20 date German tour in April alongside
and tone up and re-shape my body. My husband has been a mem- Kieran Goss before returning to Ireland to mix the new album, a largely
ber of Aura since last May and has seen great progress with his acoustic affair that sets out to capture the quality of their acoustic shows.
own fitness goals and was always encouraging me to join," The album is due for release in Ireland in September 2010.
explained Mary. Tickets available at Scott’s Treasure Shop, 137 North Main Street,
"I always had a fear factor about joining a gym, like many people Youghal (Tel: 024 90333) • Tickets: €15 • Under 16’s are free - I.D.
Required!
I didnt understand the machines or the programmes. But at Aura,
they made everything so easy. The staff are fantastic, they are
approachable and helpful and they really cater for people of all * O EMPEROR *
ages and abilities, which is ideal for a first time gym user like me," at Youghal’s International College Church (Across from Youghal
Garda Station behind the walls), O’ Brien’s Place, Youghal
added Mary. SATURDAY AUGUST 7TH 2010
"At Aura, they really help you stay motivated. The fitness team
have been great in helping me with a specially devised programme The Waterford five-piece spent the
which we update every month. They really keep you on your toes. last six months of 2009 astounding
all and sundry with their unique
Getting the right help is crucial and I really enjoy the active goal
brand of gorgeously crafted and
setting. Sticking to an exercise routine can be a challenge, but with constructed music.
the right help and guidance you can make it work," added Mary. Following on from their headline
"All our family are Aura members. Our two older children Aaron appearance on the New Band Stage
and Roisin are regulars in the gym and our youngest son Conor is at Oxegen, they released their first
a member of the Aura 'Swim Academy'. So it's really a family single “PO” which ignited the inter-
est of the media and industry –
affair for us. We made a conscious decision to have a healthier
between October and December the
lifestyle, to improve our diet and do regular exercise, it's a culture band performed numerous sessions
in our family now and the results have been fantastic," added on TV, radio and websites as well as
Mary. shows and showcases increasing
"Mary is the perfect candidate for this month's award. She was a their fan base with each one; by the end of the year O Emperor was band
first time gym user and has now turned into a regular and the to watch out for.
2010 has seen O Emperor in and out of the studio working on the EP and
results speak for themselves. She is the perfect example of how a
their debut album due for release in September. Never happier than when
little dedication and hard work can go a long way and shows us performing the band have also graced stages around the country and UK
that anyone can make their health ambitions become a reality" including supporting Ocean Colour Scene and more recently Mumford
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"Aura is all about helping people feel better about themselves. We "Gentle and delicate songs, guided by intricate urgently-picked guitars,
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ple to keep up their good work. Hard work and dedication goes a could mention..."
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THANKSGIVING Acknowledgement
MIRACLE PRAYER Rosalie Whyte
Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for many favours, On behalf of his entire family Richard Whyte would
this time I ask for a special one,
(mention here)
like to thank all the kind friends and neighbours who
Take it Dear Heart of Jesus sympathised with him following the death of his moth-
and place it within your own Broken Heart, er Mrs. Rosalie Whyte R.I.P. To all who sent Mass
where your father sees it.
Then, in his merciful eyes it will become your favour,
Cards, phone calls, travelled great distances to attend
not mine. Amen Rosary, Removal and Funeral - a big thank you to one
and all.
Promise publication and prayer and favour will be granted no
matter how impossible.
The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for
Our Lady of Lourdes & Sacred Heart your intentions.
A.L.M.
YOUGHAL CAMOGIE CLUB In Memoriam
Youghal 0-12 V Sliabh Rua 0-6 (friendly) 25th May
Some tough challenge games have come to Youghal Juniors over
the last month but Sliabh Rua who are a Junior A side, came down
to Youghal presuming it would be a walk in the park.
From the whistle Youghal put it up to Sliabh Rua and the 2 teams Birthday Remembrance
went point for point in the first half. In the second half Youghal
dominated only conceding 1 point to their oponents, all subs were Killian O’Brien
used on the day, and definatly proving that it will be a hard
Championship to be named. Remembering Killian on his 18th Birthday
The score line proved that the girls are on target scoring 1 point
from frees and 11 from play.
Youghal 3-14 Tramore 0-1 (friendly) 1st June
Special memories keep you near,
We travelled to Tramore on a lovely Tuesday evening perfect for As time unfolds another year.
hurling, a game that the girls were looking forwrd to after a good
challenge from Sliabh Rua the week before. We knew Tramore, a Out of our lives you may be gone,
Junior side from Waterford would not be the strongest but they
would be tough. Unfortunatly the challenge was an easy one for us, But in our hearts you still live on.
with Tramore proving no match, all subs were used came from a
tramore girl, resulting in wing back Chloe Daly beingbrought to
hospital when falling in an awkward possition. Always remembered by
Lukily Chloe was sent home the falling moring after tests. We are
looking forwrd to her making a speedy recovery.which was fantas- Nanny & Grandad O’Brien
tic and the younger girls like Allanah Finn and Norah Sheehan were
able to show there werent only 3 forwards in this team. These girls
are both still playing u14 and it is great to see young talent emerg-
ing and getting their oppurtunity to shine.
The evening ended in disaster though as an off the ball challenge
Youghal 0-8 Ring 0-8 (friendly) 4th June
Ring came to the top field last Thursday night, weather was perfect
again but the girls knew this would be nothing like Tramore as Ring
Birthday Remembrance
are a Senior Waterford side with several of their players playing
intercounty, the game was fast and intense and the girls showed Killian O’Brien
their weight in gold as they battled for every ball against Ring. Remembering Killian on his 18th Birthday
Youghal kept the senior side to a draw but we were lucky in the end
as Ring showed thier dominance in the last 10 minutes running
down the center of the Youghal defence, when we started to tire. God called your name so softly,
More challenge games are ahead of us now for the next couple of That only you could hear,
weeks before championship, to fine tune the players. And no one heard the footsteps
The Championship draw has been made with our first encounter Of angels drawing near.
being Ballinora on the 16th July and then Charleville on the 29th The Golden Gates stood open,
July the Junior C Championship is played on a round robin sys-
tem.Ann O Connell has been named as our captain for 2010 and we
God saw you needed rest.
know she will do us proud in this role. His garden must be beautiful,
The Imokilly draw has also been made for u11's U13's and U15's He only takes the best.
with the fixtures coming out in the next week.
Our annual Tesco bag packing was a great success and we would Loved and remembered always by Dawn & Ger,
like to thank Tesco and the people we packed shopping for, thank
you very much for your genorosity as they say in Tesco "every lit-
Michelle & Pat, Martin & Ann & all your cousins.
tle helps" Congratulations to the Youghal hurlers on their victory in
the first round of the Championship.
Thank you also to the parents and friends and team who gave thier
time on Saturday and Sunday to help with the bag packing
Two Special Needs Assistants
Childminder required Required by Bunscoil Mhuire, O'Brien's Place, Youghal,
To mind 2 children in children’s own home, Co. Cork. Roll Number 20024C. (Infant Hours) This is
1 school going. Non-smoker preferred a fixed term-temporary contract to the end of June 2011
5 mornings a fortnight - No weekend work and DES terms and conditions apply. Please forward
Contact Brian & Liz (Ballymacoda Area) 024-98026 curriculum vitae, references (written), referees (name,
contact no., role) and SAE for return of documents to
The Principal, Bunscoil Mhuire, O'Brien's Place,
Youghal, Co. Cork. Closing date for receipt of applica-
YOUGHAL NEWS tions is Friday 2nd July 2010. Applicants may be short
listed on the basis of their applications. A panel of suit-
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FORÓIGE SUMMER PROGRAMMES 2010
WEEK 1 - AGE: 10-12 YEARS OLD Tuesday 20th July
Monday 28th June Dunmore East Adventure Centre(Kayaking, Canoeing, Team
Start: 10:30amArt Craft Workshop Challenge Games. Leave at 11:30am)
Art Craft Workshop Finish: 4:30pm Return at 7:30pm
Tuesday 29th June Wednesday 21st July
Glen Resource Centre Leave at 11.40am Hill Walking in Coumsingaun
(10:30am-1pm. Leave at 9:30am. Activities: Climbing wall, Food in McDonalds, Dungarvan Return at 5.30pm
Gladiator Challenge, Cable Traversing and Archery) Thursday 22nd July
Mahon Point (1:30pm - 4:00pm, return at 5:00pm) Garrettstown Surf School (surfing/body boarding and co-steering
Wednesday 30th June and beach Olympics - Team challenge games. Leave at 8:30am)
Start: 10:30am Art Craft Workshop Return at 5.30pm
Pool, wii, darts and jenga tournament Finish: 4:30pm
Cost for week 4 is €35 To book your place, please leave a
Thursday 1st July message on Catherine Ryan's (youth worker) phone: 086
Trabolgan (Leave at 9am - return at 5pm) 0481956. Deposits of €10 will per child per week to be paid on
22nd and 23rd of June in Nagle house (3-6pm).
WEEK 2 - AGE: 10-12 YEARS OLD
Some Activities may change (due to unforeseen circumstances)
Monday 5th July
and an alternative activity will take place instead.
Art Craft Workshop Pool, Wii, Darts and Jenga Tournament
Tuesday 6th July YOUGHAL GOLF CLUB
Glen Resource Centre (10:30am-1pm. Leave at 9:30am.
YOUGHAL - LADIES: Wednesday 16th June - Open 4 Person
Activities: Gladiator Challenge, Cable Traversing, Crate Stack
Team EventSponsored by: AIB Youghal
and Zip Wire)
1st Kay Curtin (20) Eileen Cashman (27) Patricia Motherway (30)
Mahon Point (1:30-4:30pm, return at 5:30pm)
Jane Coyne (36) 98pts 2nd Mary Lawton (17) Trish Landers (23)
Wednesday 7th July Paula Brennan (23) Breda O' Donoghue (24) 94pts 3rd Sharon
Trabolgan (Leave at 9am) (Return at 5pm) Lupton (19) Jo Swayne (25) Amanda O' Neill Coyne (27) Avril
Kelly (27) 93pts 4th Catherine Hayes (11) Mary Kennedy (16)
Cost for week 1 is €35 and for week 2 is €25. To book your place Virgil Murphy (19) Mary Pomphrett (19) 93pts
please leave a message on Catherine Ryan's (youth worker) Fixtures: Wed 23rd June: Club Singles Sponsored by: Denis,
phone: 086 0481956. Deposits of €10 will per child per week to Bettie Broderick & Sons Wed 30th June: Open 3Ball Sponsored
be paid on 22nd and 23rd of June in Nagle house (3-6pm). by: Aherne Seafood Restaurant Wed 7th July Open 4 Person Team
Some Activities may change (due to unforeseen circumstances) Event Sponsored by: Bank of Ireland, Youghal.
and an alternative activity will take place instead. TEAM NEWS: Miele Fourball Friday 25th June Youghal v
Mahon Tee Time: 4.30pm at Mahon Golf Club Tee Time: 5pm at
WEEK 3 - AGE: 14-15 YEARS OLD Youghal Golf Club 3rd Round of Ladies AA Championship -
(1ST, 2ND AND 3RD YEARS) Southern District Sunday 27th June at Mitchelstown Golf Club
Intermediate Cup Youghal v Fota at 11.30am Minor Cup East Cork
Monday 12th July v Youghal at 1.10pm
Start: 11.00 in Nagle House Soccer Tournament JUNIOR GOLF: Tuesday 15th June - 18 Holes Singles
Barbeque Finish at 6.00pm Stableford Cat 1 1st Conor Coyne (3) 41pts, 2nd David Ryan (24)
Tuesday 13th July 37pts Cat 2 1st Harry Oliphant (35) 41pts, 2nd Oisin Keniry (35)
Kickboxing Workshop Start: 11.00 in Nagle House 40pts
Soccer Tournament Finish at 5.00pm GENTS: Tuesday 15th June - Open 18 Holes Singles Qualifier
Sponsored by; Killarney Plaza Hotel. 1st Declan Wyer (19) 39pts,
Wednesday 14th July 2nd Brian Barry (14) 39pts CSS 39pts Fri 17th - Sat 18th - Sun
Leave at 9:30am Glen Resource Centre 19th June Open 18 Holes Singles Stabelford Sponsored by: Multi
(Activities: Zip wire, Crate Stack, high all aboard, Gladiator Roofing Systems 1st Sean Lordan (19) 44pts, 2nd Stephen
Challenge, Cable Traversing) Sheehan (13) 43pts, BG Darren O' Sullivan (2) 36pts 3rd Delcan
Mahon Point Leave at 4.00pm, back at 5.00m Wyer (19) 42pts, 4th Niall O' Riordan (15) 41pts Ring of Kerry,
Thursday 15th July Best Fri: Tony Fitzgerald (16) 40pts, Best Sat: William Varney (11)
Garretstown Surf School (Leave at 8.30am - return at 5.15pm) 39pts, Best Sun: David Walsh (14) 41pts CSS 37pts
Activities: surfing/body boarding. Co-steering and beach Fixtures: Tuesday 22nd June OPEN Singles Qualifier Fri 25th -
Olympics - team challenge games) Sat 26th- Sun 27th June: OPEN Singles Sponsored by: OMAH
Printing Ltd. Tues 29th June: OPEN Singles Qualifier
Cost for week 3 is €35 To book your place, please leave a Thurs 1st - Fri 2nd - Sat 3rd July -
message on Catherine Ryan's (youth worker) phone: 086 OPEN 3 PERSON TEAM EVENT
0481956. Deposits of €10 will per child per week to be paid on Ladies/Gents/Mixed Sponsored by: Youghal KIA Motors Entry
22nd and 23rd of June in Nagle house (3-6pm). Fee €25pp
Some Activities may change (due to unforeseen circumstances)
and an alternative activity will take place instead.
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WEEK 4 - AGE: 15-18 (4TH 5TH AND 6TH YEARS)
Monday 19th July
purchased from our Offices at
Start in Nagle House at 11.00am Soccer Tournament in Ardrath
Barbeque in Nagle House Finish at 5.00pm
Flanagan Print, Foxhole, Youghal
Youghal U12 County Camogie Champions
Teresa and Jane Murphy from Midleton Winner of the Best Dressed Lady event,
soaking up the sunshine at the Cork Ruth Cagney from Ballyvolane is pre-
Summer Show in Ballincollig on sented with a designer watch by Tim
Saturday. Pic: Diane Cusack Keane of Michel's Jeweller.
Finalists in the Best Dressed Lady competition Betty Byrne, Kilkenny, Nipaporn
O'Laoire, Carrigaline, Ruin Kennedy, Shanbally, and Ruth Cagney, Ballyvolane,
pictured with Tim Keane of Michel Jewellers at the Cork Summer Show in
Ballincollig on Saturday. Pic: Diane Cusack
BEATLE INFESTATION IN Ardmore GAA Notes
THE ANCIENT SEASIDE
Presidential Visit.. Ardmore GAA Club will be honoured by the
VILLAGE OF ARDMORE visit of Uactaráin Cumann Lúthcleas Gael, Mr Christy Cooney,
The wonderfully ancient seaside village of Ardmore is set to be who will officially launch The St Declan's Way sponsored walk.
infested with beatles this summer, thankfully, its not the six legged This is a huge undertaking by the local club and is a real boost to
variety but a tribute band to the legendary Beatles called the the history and heritage of the entire area. In one stroke a whole
Classic Beatles, who have wooed Sir George Martin and Queen host of people and many from our younger generations will dis-
Elizabeth and are set to rock the village during the Ardmore covery and relish this near 1600 year old pilgrim path. All happen-
Pattern Festival in July ! ing to coincide with the Pattern Festival and St Declan's Day.
Their show will bring all the joys of Beatledom to a whole new The walk will be divided into 4 sections as follows: Section 1:
generation and to those of you old enough to be original fans a Friday afternoon from The Heritage Centre in Lismore to
chance to stroll down Penny Lane and relive the music and mania Cappoquin Community Centre via Drumroe (St Declan's birth
that was ! place) - approx an hour and a half;
So Day Trippers..... Theres a Place to Be ! Get your moptop hair- Section 2 from Cappoquin to Geosh, with a brief stop at Keereen,
style and tailored suit and follow The Long and Winding Road to also on Friday and approx 3 hours including the stop;
Ardmore this July where Red Sails in the Sunset and do the Hippy Some walkers will travel to Lismore under their own steam and we
Shake Shake with all of your might ..... ! Be-bop-a-Lula ! will bring them back by bus in the evening and some will travel by
Ardmore Pattern Festival is an action packed, fun-filled, free 3 day bus to Lismore and be collected again by bus at Geosh.
Festival on and off the water - there are events and activities for I will detail the two Saturday sections in next week's notes, but it
all! For further information go to www.ardmorepatternfestival.ie will be a late morning start.
or stop by on Facebook ! All our adult players have taken out sponsorship cards and we
hope that all able bodied adult club members and supporters will
In Memoriam also take cards and join in the walk - live the historic experience,
enjoy the fresh air and the country side and above all experience
the freshness of walking along routes hitherto unknown to you,
Acknowledgement & First Anniversary although beside you all your life. Don't miss it. Change your
schedules, whatever they are. This is an experience you will never
Eileen Glavin forget.
Ballymadog, Youghal Crucial Meeting. A most important will be held at the clubhouse
Who died on June 23rd 2009 on Thursday evening at 7 pm of all coaches and mentors from the
nursery age group up to and including minor. The meeting will
conclude at 7.30 in time for training. Anyone who cannot make
this meeting is asked to contact Billy Harty beforehand on 086-
The family of the late Eileen Glavin wish to express their heart-
8785222.
felt thanks to all who sympathised with them on their recent loss. Field Congestion. Such is the demand for the use of our pitches
A very special thanks to all her friends, especially her card play- that our senior footballers had to go to Old Parish to train on
ing friends (in both Ballymacoda and Gortroe), Canon Tom Monday night. We are indebted to our neighbours for once again
Brown, Fr. Patrick Winkle, all staff at Gortroe Nursing Home, to coming to our assisitance.
the many people who travelled long distances to be with us and Munster Final Tickets. Thankfully we are looking forward to a
Egans Funeral Home. As it is impossible to thank everyone indi- ticket scramble for the Munster Final, which takes place this year
vidually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our in Thurles on Sunday July 11th. Every year, the club is inundated
appreciation. Mass has been offered for the intentions of all. with late requests for tickets from genuine members all of whom
we try to accommodate. Please, please make up your mind this
“Until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand” week whether you are travelling or not and order your tickets by
end of this week. We will only get tickets for those who have
ordered them by end of the week. Tickets can be ordered from Jay
Prendergast, James O'Donnell, Peg Freyne, John Tierney or Billy
Harty.
Senior Football. On Saturday evening our senior footballers were
In memory of victorious when they proved too strong for Rathgormack in
Leamybrien. The opening half was nip and tuck and we were
Bob Bickerdike lucky to be in front at half time, thanks to an opportunist goal from
Alan North. We were fast out of the blocks after the break and
1st Anniversary quickly put the game out of Rathgormack's reach and a Kenny
Murphy goal and the benefit of an extra man for the final quarter
On the 19th of June helped us seal a vital victory 2-10 to 0-6.
With Nire accounting for Ballinameala our next game will decide
Good Friend & Neighbour our fate as Ballinameala are tied in second place on 2 points so it's
winner takes all on Friday night when we are in action against
Ballinameala in Fraher Field at 8pm.
The last milestone passed Minor Hurling Minor training went ahead on Wednesday night in
a crowded field with senior training and ladies footballers also in
action. With the first championship game at home to St Saviour's
Rest in Peace on next Wednesday, June 30th at 7.30 pm.
Under 14 Hurling Semi final. Our under 14 hurlers met Ballyduff
Upper in their semi final clash on Monday evening last.
From John, Olive & Family Under 12 Football. These lads who have been training hard in
recent weeks are at home to An Gaeltacht on Sunday morning next
at 11.30.
Youghal Athletic Club - Sponsored By Youghal Credit Union
All Ireland School Championships four events, hammer, discus, javelin and shot. She came 3rd in the
On Saturday the 5th of June, 3 athletes from Pobailscoil Na Javelin throwing 21.29m, 3rd in the Shot 8.82m, 2nd in the
Trionoide competed in the All Ireland schools Competition. Hammer 20.48m and Lauren went one step further to win the G/14
First into action was Nikita Savage in the senior girl's Pole vault: Discus Munster title. She also obtained PBs in all her events and
Nikita was reigning Senior champion and duly added a second title is showing tremendous form this season. She has to drop one
in a row with a 3.20 metre, Nitika opened her competition with a event for the All Irelands as you are only allowed to compete in
first time clearance at 2.80 metres and was successful first time at three events therein.
3.00 and 3.20 metres. She was unlucky at 3.40 metres where she Adam Curley also did very well in the javelin coming 2nd throw-
failed with 3 very good attempts. ing 29.92m. He participated in the 1500m coming in 7th in a time
Lee Curley was competing in his first All Ireland Schools of 5.12.94 and was unlucky in the 800m just one place outside All
Championships and finished a very creditable 4th place, one Ireland qualification in 5th place in a good time of 2.22.37. Shane
height away from a medal. Lee started with a first time clearance Buckley competed in the B/14 Hammer and Discus in his first
at 2.40 metres and was also first time over 2.60 metres. He came Championship and did very well finishing in the first ten. He has
very close to clearing 2.80 on his 3 attempts but it was not to be. just started in these events and is showing great improvement.
Patricia Curtin took part in the Intermediate Girls Javelin Ross Donovan competed in the 1500m finishing 7th in a time of
Competition and put in a fine performance to finish up with a best 5.12.94 and 7th also in the 800m in a time of 2.24.61 in a high cal-
throw of 28.30 metres and just outside the medals in what was a ibre field. This was a great result for Ross who has been experi-
very competive competition. encing injury to his knee for a while. He also competed well in the
Leinster Senior Championships 200m heat. Cian Greene had an outstanding performance in the
Sarah Ryan from Youghal A/C made the journey to Tullamore on B/15 100m winning the Munster title. Cian is definitely back in
Sunday the 6th June to compete as a guest in the Leinster Senior form after a long series of injuries. He won his heat very comfort-
Women's Pole Vault Competition. ably in a time of 11.99 with his old rival Darren Lee of Leevale
Sarah finished second in this competition with a clearance of winning the other heat. Cian ran in superb fashion in the final not
2.75metres, in miserable weather conditions. Sarah opened the making any mistakes and going over the line to win a time of
competition with a first time clearance at 2.55 metres and was also 11.97 the only competitor under 12 seconds. Cian is looking for-
successful first time over 2.75 metres. Sarah was unlucky at 2.95 ward to competing in the All Irelands on the first weekend of July.
metres with her three attempts and came very close on her final go Adam McCarthy competed in the B/15 Hammer and Discus.
to clearing the bar. This was Sarah's first competition in a quite a Adam came 4th in the Hammer and thus qualified for the All
while taking off from her full distance run up and she showed that Irelands with his throw of 24.62m. Adam came 7th in the Discus
there is a lot more to come, throwing 20.42. Conditions were very difficult as there were very
National League first round - Tullamore, Co Offaly-13 June strong winds causing the discus to hurl in a backwards fashion
The first round of the National League took place in Tullamore on which was a pity.
Sunday the 13th June. The National league is a team competition The Boys U/15 gave us all a thrilling finsih to a long second day
where there are points awarded for each placing in every event. of competition in the 4x100 100m relay. The team included Adam
Sarah Ryan from Youghal A/C was competing with Leevale A/C Curley, Daniel Smiddy, Ross Donovan and Cian Greene. Adam
as a guest on their team. Sarah competed in the Pole Vault got off to a great start with Daniel running a great second leg.
Competition which she duly won with a new PB of 2.90 metres. Ross had an outstanding rum on the bend passing three competi-
Sarah opened with a first time clearance at 2.50 metres and was tors and Cian finished in top form passing Nenagh Olympic to win
again clear at 2.70 metres first time. Sarah knocked 2.90 on her the Munster gold medals. The lads were thrilled as this was their
first attempt but made no mistake second time. Sarah then went first win in the relay at the Munsters. Brilliant stuff!
for 3.10 and came close with each of her three attempts; it's only a Munsters - CIT, Cork 19th and 20th June
matter of time before she clears it. On the track Fearghal Curtin came 4th in the B/13 600m. He ran
Sarah also competed in the Javelin competition where she finished well despite undergoing injuries during the past few weeks. He
4th with a throw of 23.79 metres, Sarah hasn't thrown Javelin for was unlucky to be crossed by another athlete on the finishing
a few seasons, so here's to a lot further before the league is over. 100m who caused him to stop and tumble. Fearghal deserves a
Munster Championships long rest to recover and is looking forward to the Cross Country
Youghal AC had a number of athletes competing in the Munster season. Conor Forde did tremendously well in the B/13 Long
Track and Field Championships in Castleisland on 6th and 13th Jump coming 9th with a very good jump of 4.0m. He just missed
June. The club had three teams entered in the B/9, B/10 and B/11 out by one place to get into the top eight. Cian O' Brien compet-
2 X team competitions. The B/9 team saw cousins Kristian ed inthe B/13 Shot coming 9th with a throw of 6.72m. He was 6th
Coughlan and Billy Gillman compete in the Ball Throw and 300m. in the High Jump jumping 1.28m which was a good result for
The boys came 3rd in the Ball Throw; Kristian threw 25.83m and Cian.
Billy threw 15.07m. They also ran very well in the 300m. The We had a couple of lads competing in the B/13 Javelin including
lads have now qualifed for the All Ireland Ball Throw in Christopher Coughlan, Cian O' Brien and Fergal Smiddy who all
Templemore on 26th June. Very well done to these young rising did very well but were unlucky not to get into the top eight. These
stars! lads have only started this event and all have lots of potential.
The B/10 team saw Peter Buckley and Matthew Cody in action in Lauren Murphy also competed very well in the G/13 Javelin and
the 60m and 500m races. The lads came 7th in the 60m and did Shot.
very well in the 500m coming in a strong second. Peter ran in a Diarmuid Clancy did very well in the B/12 Long Jump getting into
time of 1.38.82 and Matthew in a time of 1.41.81. These lads have the top eight and finishing in 6th place with his jump of 4.03m.
also qualifed for the All Irelands in Templemore. Well done lads! Sean Broderick and Diarmuid Clancy were outstanding in the
The B/11 team saw Ben Donovan and Killian in action in the 60m B/12 High Jump in a big field of 21 competitors. Sean won the
and 600m. The lads came a very good 7th in the 600m in a big Munster title in a convincing fashion clearing 1.34m on his first
field. Killian ran in a time of 1.54.74 and Ben in a time of 2.19.20. attempt and achieving a PB. Diarmuid came 3rd also jumpng very
Well done lads! well. It was fantastic to see the two Youghal AC lads in medal
Heather Curley competed in the Long Jump, 100m sprint and did positons. Diarmuid went straight from the High Jump to compete
very well in the javelin coming 4th with her throw of 19.05 and inthe 600m final. He came 2nd in the heat on Saturday and the
qualifying for the All Irelands in Tullamore in July. Lauren O' final was held on Sunday. Diarmuid ran a very clever race which
Mahoney had a fantastic championship winning medals in all her was run at a very fast pace. He held in with the leading group and
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was run at a very fast pace. He held in with the leading group and 8th June Junior Camogie Challenge Eochaill 3-8 Lismore 1-6
went into 2nd place after 200m. Unfortunately he was pipped for 8th June SHC Imokilly 0-13 UCC 2-10
2nd place just before the finishing line. It was a super performance. 11th June Under 10 FL Eochaill (Win for Youghal) Fr. O'Neill's
Sean Broderick also got into the final 8 in the Shot and finished in 12th June Eochaill Under 8's Football Team v Inch. Great Start for
5th place in a very big field of 20 lads. Youghal Under 8's
Faye O' Brien had a great Championship. She came 2nd in theG/16 12th June Under 12 Camogie League S/f Eochaill (Win) v
Javelin with a throw of 23m, 5th in the High Jump jumping 1.35m. Ballincurra
She also competed in the Long Jump. She qualified for the All 12th June IFC Eochaill 1-11 Castletownbere 1-12
Irelands in both the Javelin and High Jump. Lee Curley also won the Under 8's Hurling Blitz Eochaill (Win against Rovers) but lost to
B/16 Munster Pole Vault title clearing 1.90m to win the event. This Russell Rovers & Castlelyons lost to St. Catherines.
was also a PB for Lee. Isobel O' Mahoney competed in the G/16 Events
Hammer event straight after her exams on Friday evening in
Launch of Youghal G.A.A Family Fun Weekend 11th June
Midleton and the results are awaited. This event had to be changed
from the CIT as the cage had to be taken down for maintenance. On Friday night last June 11th, a large crowd gathered in Club
Trisha Curtin came 2nd in the G/17 Javelin throwing 28.94m. Nikita Arás for the Launch of the Family Fun Weekend being organised
competed in the G/19 Pole Vault in her last Juvenile year and win- by the Club over the August Bank Holiday Weekend. The interest-
ning the Munster title clearing 2.80m. Well done to Nikita who has ed parties were joined by Sandra McLellan Mayor of Youghal who
still to finish her Leaving Cert exams on Tuesday. officially launched the event and the unmistakable talents of
TAILTEANN GAMES Congratulatons to Trisha Curtin who was Wobbly Circus in the form of Clara Belle standing at an incredible
selected to represent Munster schools in the Javelin event in this 8 feet tall and Paul Wheels who honked his way around the club
interprovincial event in Tullamore next Saturday 26th June. on his Penny Farthing. Also in attendance were several other char-
All Ireland Track and Field Championships acters including Bat Man, Tweety Pie and a silly old Monkey. It
It was a difficult season with a lot of our athletes suffering injuries was an entertaining evening with a cheese & wine and finger food
and doing exams. Nevertheless the club are delighted to have 15 reception. No stone has been left unturned to ensure the festival
athletes qualified in a good range of events inlcuding Sprint, Middle got off to a good start.
Distance, Ball Throw, Pole Vault, High Jump, Javelin, Hammer, GOLF CLASSIC
Shot, Discus, Relay. Most of these athletes will be competing in two There were 13 winners on the day, here is a sample of the 1st to
weeks time in Tullamore and we wish them all the very best of luck!
5th Teams
A lot of hard work has been put in by coaches and parents giving up
1st: Team Team Sponsor (Paddy Coleman) 1st Prize Breda
their Sundays to bring these talneted athletes to these
Championships- well done all! Fitzgerald, Anne Coleman, Anne P.Coleman (67). 2nd: Team
Training Training resumes at the usual times up to the All Irelands Sponsor (Dominic Fogarty) Dominic Fogarty, Brian Barry, James
- we will give out notes at training with Summer arrangements short- Fogarty (66), 3rd Team (Sam Cashman) Sam Cashman, Patsy
ly. It is hoped to travel to a few Open Sports over the Summer; O'Regan, Ml. Coyne (65 on back 9), 4th Dermot Drumgood Team,
therefore please ensure that all parents forward their mobile numbers Dermot Drumgoold, Ray Shiels, Jim Condon (65 on back 3). 5th
or e-mail contacts to any committee member. Team Berties Bar, Anthony Horgan, Dessie O'Halloran, Ml.
O'Sullivan (65).
YOUGHAL UNITED U10’s Youghal G.A.A. Quiz Night - 24th of June @ 8pm. (Teams of 4
€40). Proceeds of this event will go towards the funding of the
Youghal united under 10s finished off a great season last Satuday family fun weekend which is scheduled for August next. Please
morning. We started all the way back last September and played contact our Facility Manager Ken Bulman with Team Names and
well over 30 games, in a season which included the east cork/west details on 024-25838.
waterford schoolboys league, 2 cup competitions and finished VHi GAA Cúl Camp Youghal
with the cork schoolboys mini league. The lads’ effort and com- This camp will be taking place on the 11th, 12th and 13th August
mittment was fantastic and the quality of their play got better and at Club Arás, Youghal. The cost is €55 for the 1st child, €45 for
better as the season went on.There were 4 awards handed out on 2nd child and €35 for 3rd & subsequent children.
sat morning. The first 2 were monthly awards and went to the Meet the President Night 17th of July @ 7.30 pm - Uachtarán
deadly duo of Liam Christy Cooney. Further details to be issued shortly. All Welcome
and Cahal Maraga for at Club Arás Youghal and this night should not to be missed!
their great displays in Shop - If you need anything from the Shop it is open every
the games in may and Saturday from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m
june. The next award 02
was the most O2 have done a deal with the GAA, 5% of an 02 customers' spend
improved player and each month will be donated to the Youghal Club. It has no cost
went to Dean implications for you and will not increase your bill. So we are
McCarthy who just asking all parents/family members who are 02 customers to sim-
kept getting better the
ply text CORK YOUGHAL to 50308. You should receive a con-
more games he
firmation return text. Thanks for your support.
played. The last
award was the hardest www.youghal.cork.gaa.ie
to pick . There were
some great performances through the season and the list of play-
ers who could have got it was long. But the under 10 player of the YOUGHAL NEWS
year went to Keith O Conner .He played at a high standard all sea- NEXT ISSUE JULY 8TH 2010
son ,scored some great goals ,never missed training and always
worked hard for his team. Mike, Derek, Anthony and Gene were 024 - 93358
delighted to train these great bunch of boys and will see you all at www.youghalnews.ie
the start of next season .
Youghal RNLI Lifeboat
Launched To The Aid Of Jet Ski
The Youghal RNLI Lifeboat Launched on Sunday 6th June at
15.44 to a report of a broken down jet ski somewhere between Red
Barn and Capel Island. The Lifeboat under the helm of Jason
Ansbro and crew members Thomas Cliffe and Liam Keogh locat-
ed the Jet Ski with one person on board at 15.50 where they took
the casualty on board and proceeded to tow the Jet Ski ashore. The
casualty, a young male was safe and well.
Sky Beauty
feature the finest of local produce in the Family Food Festival in
Market Square. The highlight of the entire weekend however will
be the crowning of Youghal's very own 'Queen of the Sea', gener-
ously sponsored by local businesses; Claycastle Recording Studios
and The Seahunter Charter Boat.
This festival will feature a non-stop programme of events including
Watson’s Lane, Youghal Tel: (024) 91777
children's storytelling, sandcastle building and crab-catching com- Prop: Triona O’Regan C.I.B.T.A.C.
petitions. The sound of music will fill the streets with children's
busking sessions and interactive children's dance workshops. Introducing the new and upcoming
Sunday 18th July is Funday. 'Greenpark' in the centre of the town Super Body Shaper
will come alive from 12.00 - 4.00 pm with mayhem sure to ensue in
the 'Fastest Daddy Competition', 'The Walter Raleigh Spud & Spoon
Race' and 'The Teddy Bear Hospital'.
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Wed: 10am - 5.30pm Thurs: 10am - 8pm
& East Cork Area Development (SECAD), and Youghal Chamber
Fri: 10am - 8pm Sat: 10am - 4pm
of Tourism & Commerce in association with Failte Ireland and
Youghal Town Council. For further details of this festival log onto:
www.youghal.ie or call the festival headquarters in Youghal Tourist
Office on: 024-20170.
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COLLINS
TO W N AND COUNTRY SUPPLIES
Unit 3, Yawl Business Park, Foxhole, Youghal
Tel/Fax: 024 - 20655 Mob: 087 2889159
Sanda McLellan, Mayor of Youghal tries out the Penny Farthing Bicycle surround-
ed by well wishers at the Launch of the Family Fun Weekend at Youghal G.A.A. Paul Wheels and Clara Bell of The Wobbly Circus, and young fans pictured with
Club. Batman, Hugsie Bear and Tweetie Pie
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Family Fun Rendezvous
Aura Leisure
At the Aura Leisure Centre Youghal there is something for every- Gastro Café
one, whether you want to get fit, loose weight or de-stress. You can South Main Street, Youghal
work out in the gym or take one of our many fitness classes, or Tel: 024 25777
maybe you want to bring the kids for a swim or simply relax in our OPEN:
Health Suite Area, the choice is yours. The centre really has to be Monday - Sunday 9.30am - 6.30pm
seen to be believed, you don't have to be a member you can just Closed Tuesday
pay as you go !
Perks Entertainment
Breakfast served til 3pm
Perks Entertainment Centre has something fun for all the family. Mediterranean, Continental
Situated in Youghal, East Cork you'll find a variety of top class & Irish Cuisine
activities for all ages in comfortable and spacious surroundings. Daily Specials & Pizzas
Some activities include: Tenpin bowling, Lazer Tag, Adventure
Play Centre, Adult only Casino & Roulette, Video Games,
Carousel, Bumper Boats, Derby Racer, Ghost Train, Kiddies
Rides, Snooker & Pool and lots more.
If you feel peckish you can eat at 'Mac Perkies' Fast Food
Restaurant. There's also a novelty gift/tuck shop. Birthday parties,
TWOMEY BUTCHERS
corporate outings, fundraisers, leagues and school tours are all North Main St., Youghal
catered for. With over 70,000sq ft of indoor entertainment not even Tel: 024 92291
the weather can spoil your fun! PERKS where every minute is
packed with family fun. Free Parking. Free Admission
Youghal Pitch and Putt
Try Our Weekly Specials
Pitch and putt your way across fairways and bunkers for winning
glory. Located right on the beach front Youghal's 18 hole Pitch Joint Beef, 4 Steaks & 1lb Mince - €20
and Putt course is open all year round. 2 Chickens, 4 Chicken Fillets - €10
The course layout is a varied array of lakes and hillside to put
every level of skill to the test. Groups are welcome and prebook- Try Our €25 BBQ Special
ing is not necessary, Clubs hire is available.
Soccer School
The National Irish Bank FAI Summer Soccer School
Programme... the official soccer schools of the Football
Association of Ireland. The National Irish Bank FAI Summer
YOUGHAL FAMILY FUN
Soccer Schools are the most enjoyable and safest place to be this FESTIVAL
summer. They are open to boys and girls aged between 7 & 15 and
will take place this year in Youghal .All our coaches are FAI 16th-18th July 2010
Accredited, referenced and Garda Vetted. We aim to ensure best
practice in Child Safety and Welfare to ensure your child is in very
safe hands indeed.
RAFT RACE
Tennis
Youghal Tennis Club is open all year round. Weekly or daily mem-
ENTRY FORM
bership is available for visitors. Tournaments held throughout the
summer months. Tennis Court keys are available at Youghal NAME:........................................................................................
Visitor Centre Contact No:.................................................................................
Youghal Greyhound Stadium
Youghal Greyhound Stadium offers a dynamic and exciting night 1. All entrants must construct their own raft
out for the whole family. Races are held every Tuesday and Friday 2. Safety checks for sea worthiness will be carried out one week
Night. During the summer months entry is free every Tuesday, prior to race (the committee's decision is final )
light refreshments are available throughout the night. 3. Life jackets must be worn by all crew members
4. No mechanically or wind assisted rafts will be permitted
5. Crews must be sitting ON the raft not IN the raft
6. Horseplay on water will result in immediate disqualification
7. Minimum crew of four
8. Each crew is responsible for their own raft
9. The use of alcohol/drugs on the raft will result in immediate
disqualification
10. No part of a boat, canoe or kayak may be used to build the
raft
Return to: Youghal tourist office, market sq, Youghal. with
€20 entry fee Marked raft race
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YOUGHAL
OXEGEN THE SOUTH COAST’S
2010 MOST POPULAR RESORT
Youghal is now recognised as south coasts most popular resort. This
Worldwide Cabs & Coach Hire stunning holiday destination has been awarded an EU Blue Flag for
the beach at Claycastle near the town centre. It's no wonder that
Now Taking Bookings Youghal has become the family destination of choice. The adventur-
ous holiday-maker can choose from a range of activities including
Tel. Noel power-boating, dinghy-racing, yacht cruising, whale watching, even
086 - 2626717 wreck-diving!For those looking for a more laid-back experience, vis-
itors can take a relaxing cruise or fishing trip on the Blackwater river
- one of Europe's most unspoilt rivers. Perks Family Entertainment
For Keenest Rates Centre and the Aura Leisure Centre is a must for all the family and
with more holiday homes to rent than any other resort town on the
South Coast - including cottages, houses, apartments, guest houses
and even luxury villas, many with spectacular views, you will be
spoilt for choice.
But this resort is not just about the sea...It's about the 'craic' in the bars,
the live music, the world famous seafood restaurants, the golf and
greyhound racing all set in the backdrop of a medieval town of stun-
ning beauty and character.What sets Youghal apart from other resorts
however, is its natural beauty, with stunning walks and cycle routes
along ecology areas to the historical town centre. Youghal is also a
perfect base in which to explore the beauty of East Cork and West
Waterford. A large number of internationally acknowledged heritage
sites and conservation areas are visible along these routes. Youghal is
also one of the best preserved examples of a 13th century town in
Europe, and as such has been designated a 'Heritage' Town by Failte
Ireland. It was built as a town to defend and control trade on the
Blackwater River which leads into the heart of Munster's rich farm-
lands.
Youghal's position was critical to the maintenance of that trade, and
access to the most valuable farmland in Ireland. It derives its name
from the Gaelic word 'Eochaill', meaning 'yew wood', pronounced
'Yawl'. You can explore the walls and one of the towers from which it
is possible to make out the original layout of the town. Full details on
the historic buildings in Youghal, such as the Watergate, Myrtle
Grove, Tyntes Castle and St. Mary's Collegiate Church can be found
GREYHOUND STADIUM in our heritage section. The most notable (and photographed) building
in the town centre is the fine Clock Tower in the main street, built in
FREE 1776 as a gaol (jail) to imprison the renegade Catholics. It was rou-
tinely used as torture chamber and was universally regarded as a sym-
bol of terror and tyranny!Sir Walter Raleigh is probably the most
famous citizen of Youghal, responsible for bringing two things to
ADMISSION Youghal - potatoes and tobacco, as Youghal was the leading trading
point in Ireland at the time. Another famous resident of Youghal was
the first Earl of Cork, Sir Richard Boyle, who purchased many of the
Every Friday estates of Raleigh.
Boyle's remains are buried in St. Mary's Collegiate Church, an 11th
During July & August century jewel.To fully appreciate medieval and historical Youghal,
take a guided or self guided tour around Youghal Heritage Trail , com-
mencing at Youghal Tourist Office.Today Youghal celebrates its past
SPONSORED BY and present in a series of events and festivals throughout the year. For
the Irish music and dance enthusiast Ceoltas Si' is performed in a
FENNELLYS TEXACO number of locations throughout the town, both shows running
SERVICE STATION, MIDELTON throughout July and August. Sports enthusiasts can take part in the
Youghal Triathlon in July. A family fun day that celebrates Youghal's
magical medieval past is the annual Medieval Fun Day. Youghal
ANDYOUGHAL TRACK Celebrates History is an annual conference when historians from
Ireland and abroad gather for animated discussions on Youghal's her-
SUPPORTERS CLUB itage.Youghal is ideally geographically positioned. It's where the
beauty of East Cork merges with stunning West Waterford and serves
First Race at 8.00pm as a perfect base for the holidaymaker. With access to both Cork and
Waterford Airports only a 45 minute drive away.
Cork Road, Youghal Local Tourism Info: 00 353 24 20170
Tourist Guide to Services & Shopping in Youghal
June Events In Youghal August Events In Youghal
Irish Music: Irish Music:
Brú na Sí - Throughout the Month Brú na Sí - Throughout the Month
O Emperor:
Zrazy: St. Mary's Collegiate Church - 7th of August
Mall Arts Centre - 25th of June Cycling Club V Challenge:
Youghal - 8th of August
St Raphael's Open Day: Chamber Philharmonia Cologne:
St Raphael's - 27th of June St. Mary's Collegiate Church - 11th of August
GAA Camp:
July Events In Youghal Youghal - 11th of August
7 aside Beach Tag Rugby Festival:
Irish Music: Youghal - 14th-15th of August
Brú na Sí - Throughout the Month Perky Bears Birthday Party:
Perks - 18th of August (pay once play all night)
The Four of Us: Medieval Festival:
St Mary's Collegiate Church - 2nd of July Youghal - 28th of September
Wrist Band Night:
Perks - 8th of July (pay once play all night ) September Events
Family Friendly Festival: Triathlon:
Youghal - 4th of September
Youghal - 16th-18th July
Las Vegas Night: Race Around Ireland
September 12th - 17th. www.teamyoughal.com
Showboat Casino Perks - 16th of July
Women's Voices: Medieval Wall Towns:
The Mall Arts Centre - 14th of July Youghal - 24th of September
JO H N B UTLER
M INI & CO A C H H IRE
(EST’D 1968)
Summerhill, Tel: (024) 92544
Kinsalebeg, Youghal, John: (087) 2587784
Co. Cork.
Youghal’s Longest Serving Brian: (087) 9946443
Coach & Mini Bus Hire Business
W e have been successfully providing coaches/mini buses to the East Cork/West Waterford Region with
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W eddings, Stag & Hen Parties, School Trips,/Outings, Matches, Concerts, School Runs, Bingos,
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Brian Butler on (087) 9946443
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Ardmore Adventures specialises in exciting outdoor activities to
suit all ages and interests from beginner to expert.
Activities include; Sea Kayaing, Surfing, Rock Climbing,
Thundercat Powerboats,
Snorkelling and much more. We
emphasise learning new skills
through a fun safe environment.
Summer Camps & School Tours
School tours run through out the
year. Our very popular kids sum-
mer camps run for July and
August. Camps also during
school mid-terms. Age 8-16yrs.
A great way for kids to learn and experience adventure activites in
a fun safe environment, its also a great way to make new friends.
Open all year round from 10am, times vary slightly between win-
ter and summer seasons. Evening sessions also available Please
contact us for exact times. Bookings by appointment
Individaul activites from €25. Group discounts available. See web-
site link below for full details or contact us.
Situated in the beautiful unspoilt Ardmore village.
We are just off the N25 Youghal to Dungarvan Rd on the R673. We
are only 15min from Youghal and Dungarvan.
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CYCLE YOUGHAL
You can find all sorts of suggestions and alternatives by visiting
youghalcyclingclub.com or by asking in the Tourist Office in the
centre of town near the Clock Gate. The route takes you out of
DOYLE’S
TAKEAWAY & RESTAURANT
Youghal on the N25 towards Cork on the man road for about one
kilometre and then you swing left on the Ballymacoda road - the Phone 024 93069
R633.
You notice a beautiful marshy area on your left - Ballyvergan Bog
-as you turn left on the R633. Just after that left turn there is a
Hide from which you can enjoy the wildlife of this very special
bog which is both sea water and fresh water. Local Ranger Pat
Smiddy has written a beautiful book about the flora and fauna in
Ballyvergan Bog - this contains photographs and detailed knowl-
edge about the Bog and is well worth reading. There are 4 species
of bat.... the book is available locally and is a real treat.
We continue on towards Ballymacoda. You could take a short
detour (500 metres) to the Quality Hotel at Redbarn where a mag-
nificent lounge bar enjoys unrestricted views of Youghal Bay and
Capel Island but we are heading now towards Ladysbridge. You Open 9am til Late
come to a T Junction - to the left is Ballymacoda , if you take that
road you reach Knockadoon - the southern tip of the bay where
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be crossing the N25 again, this time heading for Mogeely, a short
run. Turn right at Mogeely and the road will bring you back to
Killeagh where you rejoin the N25.
It is well worth stopping to visit Killeagh Woods where the colour
which seeps through the trees, glinting on the streams, is haunt-
ingly beautiful, an ancient forest full of surprises and a few well
marked routes. The entrance to Killeagh Woods is behind the Old
Thatch pub - which serves an excellent meal, bowl of soup, cup of
.. or a pint! This is one of the oldest pubs in Ireland and brings
with it a lovely mellow ambience. Killeagh is not a big town - but
just count the number of pubs!
There are a few possible routes back to Youghal - the most
straightforward is the main road the N25 which is a straight run
into Youghal. There is a wide hard shoulder for cyclists. It is a
gentle, downhill road - and if the wind is with you, throw back
your shoulders and sail into Youghal.
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