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![Blue Pool, Glengariff](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e9471bf3d1461047aa277e0/1621505123172-J827XTXBKNLWX25LP8EW/Blue+Lagoon-2.jpg)
Blue Pool, Glengariff
The Blue Pool is a special place…its naturally somewhat magical harbour is hidden yet super accessible only a few minutes walk from the Main Street in Glengariff.
![Carrigfadda Hill Walk](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e9471bf3d1461047aa277e0/1621332658741-BIKSTBSNME5ZFHNKIOZ1/Carrigfadda-14.jpg)
Carrigfadda Hill Walk
A steep hill was that holds a magnificent reward for the effort - with views over a vast expanse of coastline from the Old Head of Kinsale, Galley Head Lighthouse, Cape Clear, Mount Gabriel to Mushera mountain.
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Rosscarbery Woodlands Trail
This little gem, very close to the main road is a great “nature immersion” or picnic stop whilst on a road trip in West Cork or as a destination for a short walk if you’re in the area.
![Downeen Castle](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e9471bf3d1461047aa277e0/1616502555633-MJ7QTXZOZIYB7OIAXD4A/West+Cork+Discovered+Downeen+Castle+Aerial-6.jpg)
Downeen Castle
Downeen Castle, specifically its southerly tower which sits on a little island and which was formerly joined to the mainland, is located just a few kilometres outside Rosscarbery.
![Flight to Downeen Castle, St. Patrick's Day 2021](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e9471bf3d1461047aa277e0/1616410066497-K2KJ2HBQSH4RM6F3LF98/Video+Thumbnail+Flight+to+Downeen+Castle.jpg)
Flight to Downeen Castle, St. Patrick's Day 2021
In this video - "flight to Downeen Castle" shot in West Cork Ireland, every aspect of the vision I had for this video had to come together in a very brief moment - I had speculated that the morning sunlight would hit just the top third of this mystical looking castle tower for only a few minutes during sunrise and I envisaged this would lend it an even more mystical appearance.
![Baltimore Beacon](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e9471bf3d1461047aa277e0/1615817270423-1CMH35LUOMWFNXRL17G7/West+Cork+Discovered+Blog+Baltimore+Beacon-5.jpg)
Baltimore Beacon
One of West Cork’s most beautiful spots, only 15 kilometres from Skibbereen and just outside the beautiful harbour town of Baltimore on the Wild Atlantic Way in West Cork, Ireland
![Chasing Waves after a Storm in West Cork](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e9471bf3d1461047aa277e0/1614859183888-IAGIGZJ9DAIF1AJKTL7S/Video+Thumbnails.jpg)
Chasing Waves after a Storm in West Cork
I have been curious about capturing waves on video in creative ways, flying close to them, over them, alongside them and with them. We had a Big Storm in West Cork and I ventured out the next morning to go chase waves…
![Full version - Exploring my 5km limitation](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e9471bf3d1461047aa277e0/1612988484075-2Y06EH0BDD4JTFK4BQOZ/Video+Thumbnails-6.png)
Full version - Exploring my 5km limitation
This is the complete version of the 3-part short video series and I think it actually works better as an all-in-one release. I am also including the story behind this series below the video.
Inchydoney Beach - Inchydoney Island, Clonakilty
One of West Cork’s most beautiful beaches, only a few kilometres from Clonakilty on the Wild Atlantic Way in West Cork, Ireland
![Three Castle Head](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e9471bf3d1461047aa277e0/1604442585878-JOMAV2E8BWL372276EDT/P1040566-HDR.jpg)
Three Castle Head
It’s hard to describe this amazing spot, only a short distance from Mizen Head and Barleycove in West Cork on the Wild Atlantic Way.
![Courtmacsherry to Woodpoint walk](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e9471bf3d1461047aa277e0/1603963108305-RGYIYCBD7VIKULLHV6I5/West+Cork+Discovered+Woodpoint+Courtmacshserry+Sunrise+2020-10.jpg)
Courtmacsherry to Woodpoint walk
Part of the 7 Heads Walk, this short portion from Courtmacsherry to Wood Point is the perfect way to combine a woodland trail with stunning seascapes.
![Toe Head](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e9471bf3d1461047aa277e0/1598963550961-W8OS8XB264GF7OZITVPO/P1030541-HDR.jpg)
Toe Head
Although I have been living in West Cork for many years, I have discovered this somewhat hidden gem only recently whilst studying maps for potential sunset locations. It’s hard to describe it without being there, but there is something mythical about this magnificent location and its dramatic cliffs and outcrops.
![Warren Beach, Rosscarberry](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e9471bf3d1461047aa277e0/1596551736431-KJCKKPFUWDDI16H6IMAD/Adjustments.jpeg)
Warren Beach, Rosscarberry
A stunning beach nestled between rocky outcrops on the Wild Atlantic Way in West Cork, Ireland
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Lough Hyne
A stunning Seawater Lake with beautiful views and walks only 10 minutes from Skibbereen and on the Wild Atlantic Way.
Dromkeen Woods
A wonderful option for a walk in the woods without venturing far from the gates to West Cork.
![Fairy Woods - Rineen, Castlehaven](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e9471bf3d1461047aa277e0/1587400915899-MIM4TL0CYMR0NAFA77VF/IMG_6672.jpeg)
Fairy Woods - Rineen, Castlehaven
Picturesque trail dotted with fairy houses and all sorts of magic for kids and those young at heart. Bring boots/wellies, some fairy dust and a mind open to tails of magic.
Ballinacarriga Castle
Ballinacarriga Castle (Béal na Carraige in Irish, meaning Mouth of the Rock) is a 16th-century tower house located in the village of Ballinacarriga.
![Glandore](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e9471bf3d1461047aa277e0/1587053218733-2CBSVMHI6AAX161ZTQLW/IMG_1072.jpeg)
Glandore
A small village with BIG views and an active sailing scene.
![Cliff Walk by Warren Strand](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e9471bf3d1461047aa277e0/1587055959457-5K3Q070LUKFJZZU9R9EJ/IMG_1613.jpg)
Cliff Walk by Warren Strand
This short but beautiful walk can be started either from Warren Strand, Rosscarberry or from Owenahincha.