( Overview
/ Two Bullocks on a Boat in Eire
Summer Cove.
The eastern side of the harbour is dominated by the star-shaped 17th century Charles’ Fort which overlooks the River Bandon.
James’ Fort, an early 17th century pentagonal bastion fort stands opposite.
Kinsale town with Kinsale Yacht Club Marina.
Another tight spot to berth on the same pontoon as the Custaim Launch.
As it’s narrow, we fendered on the port side too. I was dismayed when one dropped and I wasn’t quick enough grabbing our boat hook; it was a long walk to the yacht berthed upstream opposite. Happily just in time; the owner, Mike, managed to hook the fender as it floated by before it was lost at sea.
Seagulls use the pontoons to drop and open mussels, and this one was having a tussle with a crab.
Castlepark Marina is a lovely little marina opposite the town, which is run by the very helpful and friendly Stephen and Aidan. It has showers (yay!), rubbish disposal and hopefully a laundry by next week. There is also a bar on the quay.
There is a short walk up to James’ Fort which also affords views over Kinsale Harbour.
Going into town is either a short trip in our dinghy or a half an hour walk over the bridge.
Looking over to Charles’ Fort.
Jarley’s Cove.
The fort was closed by the time we arrived, but we were still able to walk around the outside.
We also spied a fox as he was spying us.
Towards Summer Cove…
…and Kinsale.
We thought this was the way to the beach. It wasn’t! A delightful cove, but a haul back up.
We did find the beach though, and a very convenient path back to the marina!
One swimmer, and a few people picnicking, but otherwise deserted.
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