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SHERKIN
ISLAND
| FACTFILE | |
| Situation | Co. Cork, lies about 1½ km. Offshore from Baltimore |
| Size | |
| Highest Point | Sleivemore - 104 metres |
| Population | 80 |
| Access | Regular Ferry from Baltimore, W.Cork |
| Accommodation | Bed and breakfast |
| Facilities | Post-office, school, shops and pubs, church services |
| Main Industries | Knitwears, Marine Station, Farming |
| Services | Electricity & Water |
| Attractions | Outdoor persuits Centre |
| Further Information | |
A
Little bit of Background
Annals of the 4 Masters record
that in 1460 a monastery was founded for Franciscans in Anis-Arcain, Sherkin.
There is the remains of a castle and the Franciscan Friary.
For more on this island go to: Sherkin Island
Copyright ® Island
Trust 2002
Milltown Park, Dublin 6. (01) 269-8411
Milltown Park, Dublin 6. (01) 269-8411