Just below the pods, wander our enchanting Fairy Forest.
Located just above the pods is The Goats Path Walk — a steep, long walk to the top of the farm with a stunning viewpoint by day and star-gazing by night. It continues down the other side of our farm past Glenlough Lake and back to the pod park. The main Glenlough Loop of the Sheep’s Head Way can be joined whilst walking the Goats Path Walk.
Take a stroll around the working farm and meet the animals on site — a hit with kids and animal lovers of all ages.
Step into nature and enjoy a peaceful countryside experience with our beautiful Farm Walk — perfect for families, couples, and animal lovers of all ages.
The Sheep’s Head peninsula is packed with places to eat, drink and explore. Here are some of our favourites.
Arundel’s by the pier is located in the heart of the Sheep’s Head Peninsula, in the beautiful seaside village of Ahakista. Our beer garden not only acts as an idyllic spot to enjoy a fresh cooked meal and a refreshing drink, but also as a central hub for the local community.
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Heron Gallery showcases the work of Annabel Langrish, as well as a unique and unusual collection of objet d’art, prints and original artwork. The café serves Fairtrade organic coffee and teas, delicious scones and cakes, and, in summer, simple, wholesome lunches using locally-sourced organic produce. There is a lovely sunny terrace and free Wi-Fi inside and out.
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Taste the fresh local food being dished up at The Old Creamery, and you’ll be getting a real flavour of life on the western edge of Europe. In this family-run café and restaurant, sample wonderful local meats, fish and produce overlooking Dunmanus Bay. And you can even hire a bicycle to explore the peninsula and work off the effects of your indulgence!
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The Tin Pub – which is, as you might have guessed, constructed from tin! – has remained the same since day one. Sample the stout in the traditional interior, or spend some time outside in the beer garden which gives you beautiful views across Dunmanus Bay.
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The Sheep’s Head Way is an 88km walking trail along the coastline of Ireland’s Sheep’s Head peninsula – a European Destination of Excellence – and the lighthouse loop walk is one of the best ways to experience the trail for experienced hikers and day trippers alike.
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Bantry Bay is an area of outstanding natural beauty and we are lucky to call it home. Let us take you out on the bay to explore our stunning part of the Wild Atlantic Way from the water, and let your senses immerse you in the sounds, tastes and sights of West Cork from the sea.
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Launched in 2020, Bantry Bay Charters offers top quality marine adventures for groups, families, couples, and individuals to enjoy! Join us aboard the “Deep Star” or “Puffin” for serious Deep-Sea Fishing, Mackerel fishing, a Marine Wildlife Tour, Whale Watching, Scenic and Historical Cruises, or a customised day on the bay.
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Located just five minutes from Bantry town, this is the best place for riding enthusiasts in West Cork. Bantry Bay Pony Trekking offers pony treks and riding lessons in all disciplines for all ages and levels, supervised by two fully qualified HSI Level One coaches and their enthusiastic staff.
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Bantry House and Garden is a stately home situated on the Wild Atlantic Way overlooking Bantry Bay in the south west of Ireland.
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Resting between peninsulas in Bantry Bay, Whiddy Island enjoys a superb strategic position in one of the world’s finest deep water harbours, with an intriguing naval history. During World War One, seaplanes from a US navy base on Whiddy patrolled Fastnet Rock, and the island later served as a Gulf Oil terminal for berthing supertankers.
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