The Brickey is a small river that flows into Dungarvan Bay. The cottage is still in the family having survived Cromwell’s last pillage and the mercenary 21st century. The Ballincurrig Beat is one of the most beautiful locations along the river and has an excellent piece of fly … In one trip he discussed — amongst others — the Knights Templar, Walter Raleigh, Noam Chomsky, John Huston, the Duke of Devonshire, the von Thyssen family, Barry Lyndon (part of it was filmed at Templemichael), Katharine Countess of Desmond (said to have died at the age of 140 after falling from a cherry tree), Claud Cockburn (and his sons Patrick and Alexander), Molly Keane and Richard Boyle (1st Earl of Cork and father of the man who gave us Boyle’s Law). While the River Blackwater was a barrier to road traffic between the counties of Cork and Waterford it was a very important artery for shipping traffic from along the river to the sea. I was with Niall O”Brien, Frankie Mills and Andy Kely a few days ago and yesterday met Denis Murray who has been involved with building a new cot at Tourin. bjg, In living memory coal was transported by boat as far bewley bridge on the Finnisk along with contrasting stretches of the countryside. It is not to be confused with the much longer Munster Blackwater, which also rises in County … The Munster Blackwater rises in Co. Kerry and flows for over 100 miles through Cos. Cork and Waterford to the tide at Cappoquin. From here, the East Munster Way continues. Waterford County Museum, and others, believe that work began on that project in the mid nineteenth century and that a driveable track along the south bank of a stretch of the river was built as a towpath. I’ve created a Want for it on abebooks. the Lismore Canal, which now has a page of its own here. Beat Map; Disclaimer; Location. [3] Like many Irish and British rivers, salmon stocks declined in recent years, but the Irish government banned commercial netting of salmon off the coast of Ireland in November 2006. Bus Stations 10) Tralee 10 24) Killarney 24 Map No. Little egret, European golden plover and bar-tailed godwit are listed on Annex I of the E.U. on the new face of agriculture: crops, mechanisation, the use of herbicides, I had always assumed this was a ford across the Finisk, but a cousin who lives in the area said it was a ford across the Blackwater, one of three south of Cappoquin. Click to access 102391.pdf, Cork City Libraries is another source for Blackwater images, The modern province of Munster contains the counties of Clare, Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Tipperary and Waterford. Ashe Quay, Fermoy Ireland. Antoin Daltún has drawn my attention to the evidence about the Blackwater given to the Shuttleworth Commission in 1907, starting on this page. Fortwilliam Fishery is 3 miles from tidal water and offers superior salmon and trout fishing on the Munster Blackwater River in Ireland. Waterford County Museum has 92 pictures of the Blackwater and related matters, including one of a hunt crossing the river on the Villierstown ferry. These maps are free to use, remix, and redistribute under CC-BY 4.0. Both rivers have fine stone quays as well as some lesser quays: the larger quays were probably those used for the timber trade. To facilitate river traffic the bridge was built to open and let river traffic pass through. I do not have a web site as yet but thinking about it. [4], Towns along the river are Youghal,[5] Cappoquin, Lismore, Fermoy, Mallow and Rathmore. Following the river from Muing an Oighin where it begins as a mere trickle to Ballinatray where it expands in to a great river course was an experience I will always cherish. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. Coordinates. Within catchment area Blackwater (Munster). Sellsgood/ie. The navigable River Bride joins from the west. She arrived in Ireland in September 1907 and continued sailing on the River Blackwater between Youghal and Cappoquin in County Waterford until 1913, when she was scrapped”. Page 38, Ramsar List of Wetlands of International Importance, "SITE SYNOPSIS SITE NAME: BLACKWATER ESTUARY SPA SITE CODE: 004028", Salmon fishing on the Munster Blackwater, from Salmon Ireland, The Munster Blackwater and associated navigations, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Munster_Blackwater&oldid=1014401410, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 26 March 2021, at 21:16. If possible and obviously with your permission, I would like to re-produce much of the item this coming Christmas. publicans and customers, B&B personnel, local historians and others enliven the narration and create vivid images of people and places. Note the sprat weir (for catching fish) in front of the abbey. The Ballyduff Bridge beat is almost a mile long offering a huge variety of water and is particularly suited to fly fishing. In 1863, the Commissioners had an inspection of the bridge carried out by Charles Tarrant, County Surveyor of Waterford and Frederick Deverill, County Surveyor of the East Riding of Cork. South Western CFRAM Natura Impact Statement The Munster Blackwater River Basin (UoM18) Type: Natura Impact Statement Published: 24/08/2017 Published by: Office of Public Works. Methods of data capture Six river systems, namely the Barrow, Blackwater (Munster region), Boyne, Clare, Moy and Nore, all designated as Special Areas of Conservation (SAC) formed the basis for this survey. Wonderful and very interesting read your article. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. This gave us the opportunity to look at a rare surviving example of one of the two types of Blackwater cots, formerly used for snap-net fishing, which is now banned. It is Ireland’s fourth-longest river and is noted for its big run of salmon. It then enters County Waterford where it flows through Lismore, before abruptly turning south at Cappoquin, and … A map of Ireland highlighting the main catchment area of the River Shannon, and also shown the catchment area of other Irish rivers. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Bothar na naoibh leads to the couples quay below cappoquin that’s where the ford was located The Book Centre in Waterford city: Liam Russell and Easons in Cork city have copies for sale as do shops in Fermoy, Lismore, Dungavan and Youghal. For additional information see cappoquin civic link/rowing club websites. From 1841 to 1847 he was curate of Glanworth, from 1847 to 1849 of Glanmire, and from 1849 to 1863 of Youghal, his native parish. For what its worth, I recently photographed all the bridges on the Blackwater and I wrote about it here: https://carrigmanblog.wordpress.com/2015/08/05/a-selection-of-blackwater-bridges/, Great photos, and thanks for the tip about Jim O’Malley’s book. Costs once construction had begun increased by 56% due to the discovery that the rock profile was considerably lower than initial borings had suggested. I give me a idea of what to look out for!! Fish for FREE in February! Unfortunately, shortly after we passed the N25 bridge on the boat-trip, the sky clouded over, and photos from later that day were taken in rain or in poor light. [p21], Affane was the principal crossing point on the lower Blackwater in medieval times and before. A grant fromt the National Development Fund was sought and approved and in 1956 the Minister made the order for the work to proceed on building a new Youghal Bridge at the new site of Ardsallagh. There were several quays on the Bride. The redoubtable F E Prothero, Rear-Commodore of the Cruising Club, wrote just over three pages about the Blackwater, from Kanturk down to the sea, in A New Oarsman’s Guide to the Rivers and Canals of Great Britain and Ireland edited by F E Prothero and W A Clark and published by George Philip and Son, London, in 1896, as a Cruising Club Manual. 527 likes. There were lots of boats moored or ashore, so clearly the river is much used. Maps: We have made our own maps! The Avondhu Way (also known as part one of the Blackwater Way) is a linear trail from Clogheen - Bweeng. Sir Maurice Fitzgerald os Dromana had armed boats upon the water with which he forced the retreating soldiers to drown or be killed by the sword. Very good. 25-02-2021 . thanks very much for a great site its great to learn so much about the river ..rw. A lovely tour in a fascinating website, thank you! I’m working on a project on the Blackwater and would love to include some stories from his travels last year! Small boats used its lower, tidal reaches, but in the eighteenth century there was a proposal to link the Brickey to the Finisk, another small river that flows into the Blackwater south of Cappoquin. Neither the Blackwater nor the Bride has any locks, navigation marks or navigation authority. Thank you for an extremely helpful and informative article! For my part, I would put this river among the best ten small ones that I have ever cruised, and pretty high among them at that. Blackwater River (Cork/Waterford) SAC. Jim O’Malley, The Blackwater is notable for being one of the best salmon fishing rivers in the country. Eliot, who grew up on St Loius, onthe Missouri, that the experience of living near a great river is incommunicable to those who have not experienced it. Full view. From upstream, you can look back at the castle. Enlarge image. Location Map; Bird's Eye View; Where to Meet; Beat Map; Local Interest! The surveyors supported repairing the bridge over building a new bridge. references to the flora and fauna. [7], This article is about one of the Irish rivers called the "Blackwater". Thanks, Antoin: that’s very interesting. The Blackwater or Munster Blackwater (Irish: An Abha Mhór, The Big River) is a river which flows through counties Kerry, Cork, and Waterford in Ireland. Ballynatray House lodge, salmon weir and thatched boathouse. River Munster Blackwater Guide. In 1875 Douglas was constituted a separate benefice, and he took charge of it. Canoeing and kayaking trips can be arranged by Blackwater Boating. In March 2015 we went down as many boreens as we could find and took photos of the water from the land, to complement those on this page, which are largely of the land from the water. Its early path is among considerable mountains; but its lower channel is along a pleasant valley, partly expanded in flatness, and partly screened by low and softly-outlined heights. If anything needs updating, I’d be glad if you’d let me know, as I’m on the far side of the country. I agree that the area should be better known: bring back the paddle steamers! Irish Angling Update 26 February 2021. I am trying to trace back some of the history – She had a brother, John Powers, a school teacher, who lived his life in this Blackwater area. At it is, I think anglers and kayakers are the main visitors to many rivers. It’s a shot in the dark but I would so appreciate getting in touch with Bill Power, the photographer who shared his pictures and who might have some information, or anybody else who could help me. This report/statement was prepared following Appropriate Assessment of Natura 2000 sites as required under the Habitats Directive. Thanks, Gerry. Google searches seem to divide about equally. [6] It is also a Special Protection Area (SPA) under the E.U. in 1839. This, remember, is where the Bride joined the Blackwater. Courtesy of Arnold Horner . new breeds of cattlethat he found along the Blackwater Valley. This is trail 16/42 in our project to walk every single National Waymarked Trail of Ireland. There are similar hotels available. anglers, to readers who value our local and natural heritage and to many On the west side, Old Strancally Castle is hidden by trees until you get quite close. Dartmouth Castle was sold in June 1907 to Irish owners. Welcome to G a i r h a . And I’ll join in recommending Niall’s book: if there’s anyone who wants to buy a copy, leave a Comment and I’ll pass on the message to Niall. See excerpt below from promotional flyer: ‘This book provides a unique snapshot of the Blackwater Valley and also The modern English name Blackwater therefore is not a translation, but a … Hayman was also a canon of Cork. I don’t know much more about the whole thing than I’ve put on this site, but there was also the stretch of canal above Mallow: https://irishwaterwayshistory.com/abandoned-or-little-used-irish-waterways/the-lombardstown-to-mallow-canal/. Dromana House is built on a site formerly owned by the FitzGeralds of the Decies. In June 1939, following a report from the County Surveyor, Waterford Commissioner, Simon J. Moynihan, ordered a series of barriers be placed across Youghal Bridge to regulate traffic crossing the bridge. For some time I have had a page about it here, based on a boat trip from Youghal to (and a little beyond) Cappoquin and on road trips to the Bride and the Lismore Canal.. Sounds grim but she was a courageous woman who lived in the Boston Massachusets area. Still have a few copies myself and so can sell direct if people have difficulties finding copies. There were anglers just out of shot. I was wondering if it would be possible to pass my email address onto Jim O’Malley? Within catchment area Blackwater (Munster). It rises in the Mullaghareirk Mountains in County Kerry and then flows in an easterly direction through County Cork, through Mallow and Fermoy. bjg. They included one or two jetskis and a few skiboats, but they had plenty of room and weren’t interfering with anyone. O’Malley’s writing is, however, much more than a conventional It rises in the Mullaghareirk Mountains in County Kerry and then flows in an easterly direction through County Cork, through Mallow and Fermoy. Much appreciated. Name Length Complete Route Relation Route Summary Websites Last Update Notes River Lee 90km 100% 3658613 3658613: Shehy Mountains to Celtic Sea (Cork Harbour) Wikipedia: dafo43 23:31, 16 April 2014 (IST) River Slaney. As a general principle, based on experience elsewhere, I’d say that, if it could be navigated, it probably was. Nowadays, with the end of salmon netting, the Blackwater is used only by a small number of pleasure craft, but Tony Gallagher‘s trip-boat MV Maeve, a half-decker, will give you a glimpse of the gorgeous scenery and the historic houses and quays. Eventually, the E8 and Coast to Coast Walk reach Dublin. Is there a local canoe/kayak club that might explore? Find nearby businesses, restaurants and hotels. ‘I do not know much about gods but I think the river is a great brown god/sullen untamed and intractable. Munster Blackwater river in Ireland. There … If you can find a way of seeing some of it from a boat it’s even better! Its taken longer than I had expected to get it into print but hopefully it will be worth it in the end. - click here for details. The Parliamentary Gazetteer of Ireland, published in 1846, says this of the Bride: BRIDE (THE) , a river of the counties of Cork and Waterford, Munster. In total, the Blackwater is 169 km (105 mi) long. Tony Gallagher’s poster seen in Tallow in 2006, Tony Gallagher himself on his MV Maeve in 2008, The map Tony Gallagher shows to passengers, The bay at Youghal. Train Stations 10 10) Tralee 23 23) Farranfore 24 24) Killarney 42 42) Rathmore Map No. Many of the longer Irish rivers flow, for at least part of their journey to the sea, along courses where the gradient is quite limited. View all photos (26) 26. The shores of this Irish Rhine are so lovely that the sail on a sunny day is one of unequalled charm. http://www.logainm.ie/Viewer.aspx?text=affane&streets=yes. ( Log Out /  Wonderful pictures and surprising to spot my mothers old family cottage at Cooneen visited twice as a visitor from New Zealand. This link may bring you to the Hathi Trust Digital Library’s copy of James Roderick O’Flanagan’s The Blackwater in Munster (J How, London 1844); there is nothing to look at until you get to page 8. On 26 Sept. 1854 he married, at St. Anne’s, Belfast, Emily, daughter of the Rev. It rises on the south side of the Nagles Mountains, on the north-west border of the barony of Barrymore; and flows, 21 miles eastward through that barony, the barony of Kinnataloon, and the co. Waterford barony of Coshmore and Coshbride, to the Blackwater river, 4.75 miles below Cappoquin, and 7 above Youghal. I don’t know what dredging might have been done in recent centuries to make the Blackwater navigable to Cappoquin, but I think that even now you have to have the tide with you. Molana Abbey, on the west side, was originally on an island. The towns of Mallow, View all. Some were taken from shore early in the day, when the sun was shining, and some were taken on other visits to the area. and highlighting hiking routes. [4], The Blackwater Estuary was listed on the Ramsar List of Wetlands of International Importance on 11 June 1996. Rila Mountains Domino; Rila Mountains at 1:50,000 on a large, double-sided, contoured map with GPS waypoints for shelters and chalets, peaks, etc. bjg. If you’re interested in contributing you can send me an email at frances.mulraney2@rte.ie, Sorry that should be frances.mulraney@rte.ie, There is a little known bookk called ‘The History of the Blackwater’ by Joe Hallissey from Youghal. I don’t know what obstructions there may now be in the river (fallen trees and so on) but perhaps the boatmen at Camphire would know. They discussed the trip here and there are some photos here. Here is a photo of the Kitchenhole taken from the land earlier in the day, before the rain started. more; its narrative is lively and lyrical in places. “This important bridge, linking the Counties and County Boroughs of Cork and Waterford on one of the most important national arteries will facilitate communications of all kind between the areas in question and I have no doubt will constitute an important economic asset to the south in the years to come”. bjg. Is it available by post? Here is some information about the Purton boat graveyard, on the Severn estuary in Gloucestershire, which includes some vessels that traded with the Blackwater. The local authorities of Cork and Waterford requested funding and support for the building of a new bridge. Very interesting read, Living up the road from Tallow I hope to Canoe the Stretch this summer. ( Log Out /  Britain and Ireland. Your walk is a great idea; best of luck with it. Incredible I didn’t know of such beauty in a place I once lived. The final, much higher, costs went to arbitration and were not agreed until 1970. Does anyone know how far up the Finisk which flows into the Blackwater at Dromana traffic was able to go up. The Blackwater Way connects with the East Munster Way at Clogheen. Hi Brian, In other words, the definition of navigability was much broader in bygone days than it is now. River Blackwater Special Area of Conservation (Site Code: 002170) The Munster Blackwater catchment is the largest Freshwater Pearl Mussel catchment in Ireland. It has a huge amount of information and lots of wonderful old photos and, at €25, it’s a bargain. The Irish section incorporates the Wicklow Way, the South Leinster Way, the East Munster Way, the Blackwater Way and parts of the Kerry Way and the Beara Way. The average size of the brown trout is rather small. He is a native of Youghal area and has fulfilled a long-standing ambition to walk the course of the Blackwater. I’ll email you direct with the author-publisher’s contact info. 13 Figure 2-3 Map of Catchment showing land use 14 Figure 2-4 Munster Blackwater Catchment divided into its Sub Catchments 15 Figure 2-5 Topography of the Munster … The Grand Hotel Fermoy. Even when you’re level with it, you can’t see New Strancally castle, but you can see its pontoon. Tony’s usual trips last ninety minutes (€20 per head), but we were fortunate enough, in 2008, to contact him just before the start of his season, when he was able to give us a much longer trip all the way to Cappoquin and back. It is true that the aforesaid cousin Walter may have been a better raconteur than historian; still, local tradition vigorously opposes any lessening of the number of the countess’s years, pinning its faith rather on one Hayman, who says that she presented herself at the English court at the age of one hundred and forty years, to petition for her jointure, which she lost by the attainder of the last earl; and it also prefers to have her fall from the historic cherry-tree that Sir Walter planted, rather than from a casual nut- tree. About 16 miles of its course are in Cork, and 7 in Waterford. Congratulations and well done Jim and a fantastic personal achievement for yourself. Qualifying Interests. In company with Berry Castle, Dartmouth Castle sailed on the Dartmouth to Totnes service at a tariff of 1/- (5p) saloon and 9d cabin for the single trip. Thank you BjG for a lovely trip on the Munster Blackwater with the River Bride and the Lismore Canal. In October 1953, a Local Inquiry was held and following this inquiry and the recommendations of the Inspector, the Minister for Local Government, Mr. Patrick Smith, TD, agreed that a new concrete bridge should be built. Niall O’Brien says: After [the Earl of Desmond’s] defeat at the battle of Affane, some of his troops tried to escape by swimming across the Blackwater. (on canoe or kayak). Before leaving Barrymore, it traverses what was once a dangerous fastness, and a dreary and almost impervious morass; and there it is so shut up between artificial hanks, and shaded with wood, as to look like a canal in a forest; it then proceeds in constant and countless sinuosities; and receives the tide, and bears flat-bottomed boats of traffic, up to the barony of Kinnataloon. The Blackwater or Munster Blackwater (Irish: An Abha Mhór, The Big River) is a river which flows through counties Kerry, Cork, and Waterford in Ireland. Other notable species occurring within the SPA are pale-bellied brent goose, common shelduck, Eurasian teal, mallard, Northern shoveler, red-breasted merganser, great cormorant, little egret, grey heron, Eurasian oystercatcher, common ringed plover, grey plover, red knot, common greenshank and ruddy turnstone. Sea Fishing Maps for Ireland; Sea Fish species; Sea Angling and Conservation; Tackle and Baits for the Sea Angler; Sea Angling Tips; Fishing Reports. Full view. This publication is a celebration of a great water course, its people and towns. It has been remarked that the Blackwater is an invisible gem: unless you like exploring boreens, and (preferably) have a 4WD car,it is very difficult to see the river from the land. Millstreet features quite significantly. I am retired now, but still contribute occasionaly. Here is a view of the Blackwater from water level: an account of swimming the river. After the railway bridge was built in Cappoquin, a quay was provided on the west bank below the bridge. Designation. Back in the main channel, we carried on towards Cappoquin, noting these quiet moorings. 145 reviews #2 of 2 Hotels in Fermoy. was passed. Schooners might take on only half a load in Cappoquin and complete the load further downriver, in deeper water. This site has been developed, and is hosted and maintained, by the Environmental Protection Agency. The boat turned back at that point. Thanks very much for those corrections; I’ve amended the captions accordingly. Thanks to Nicholas Grubb for information on this and Camphire House; his own site has more information and photos about Dromana. Hope to revisit again soon and explore more of the river sights. … “ and it lists 18 publications of which many are about the Blackwater area. It was on the main highway from Lismore to Ardmore. bjg, I am the grandaughter of Mary Powers who lived in the Blackwater area and escaped to America at the age of sixteen after being “farmed out” to work for a farmer and slept in a hayloft . The official opening was performed by Mr. Donough O’Malley, TD, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Finance, acting on behalf of Mr. Neil Blaney, TD, Minister for Local Government and Public Health. The furthest upstream was at Janeville. If you put up a website afterwards, let me know and I’ll link to it. Annraoi O Liathain walked it in 1959 and subsequently wrote a book ‘As Gaeilge’ about his experience. We’re putting together a programme on the Blackwater for the Abhainn series with RTÉ which takes a journey down Ireland’s rivers. The bend of the river between the railway bridge (left) and the road bridge (right), Cappoquin Rowing Club, below the road bridge. From feelgood dresses to perfect-fit jeans, shop new styles for new beginnings. http://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Hayman,_Samuel_(DNB00), Some are available as British Library Reprints through the usual outlets such as Abe books or Jan 1st - May 11th - 1 fish per day** May 12th - Aug 31st - 3 fish per day … Change ). It’s going to be a mixture of modern and old photos from along the river, and will include historical notes and observations on the villages, towns, big houses, castles, bridges, families etc, associated with the river. Share. 145 reviews #2 of 2 Hotels in Fermoy. The average size of the brown trout is rather small. We saw only about a dozen boats moving on the river. Here is Strancally Castle, from the Dublin Penny Journal in 1834. I am glad to let you all know that my book, ‘Walking the Munster Blackwater’, pubished by Ashfield Press, will be launched at the Clubáras (GAA), Youghal, 6th Nov. It also forms part of the border between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, flowing between Counties Tyrone and Monaghan, intersecting into County Monaghan briefly. Here is an interesting article about the Clashmore Distillery. His encounters with farmers, anglers, The earlier bridge had an opening span, Boats moored on the east side above the bridge, The tree-covered west bank, where we saw otters on our way back down. The Grand Hotel Fermoy. Special Area of Conservation (SAC) Counties. Level 5 lockdown extended to 5 April, what it means for anglers. Share. I am grateful to Nicholas Grubb for correcting some errors and for pointing me to some wonderful photos, now here; he offers traditional houses for rental at Castle Grace near Clogheen and at Dromana on the Blackwater. • In 2005, following a Section 8 Planning process, an Advance Works contract was awarded by Cork County for the elements of the ‘Mallow North’ Scheme … Light the Munster Blackwater River. thanks for your nice comments on the River trip tonygallagherardmore@gmail.com, Thanks for a great trip. More books… Maps. On the Blackwater (Munster). National Catch Restrictions for 2018* Click here to view the full IFI regulations for 2018. “HAYMAN, SAMUEL (1818–1886), antiquarian writer, eldest son of Matthew Hayman of South Abbey, Youghal, co. Cork, by Helen, third daughter of Arundel Hill of Doneraile in the same county, was born at Youghal on 27 July 1818. Both rivers are tidal, but I wonder if the Blackwater would fall to a level low enough to be fordable on any regular basis? This has certainly proven to be the case in the first 50 years of its history. Pity theres not a quay or pier in Cappoquin where one could safely moor for a few hours. I have been researching the Blackwater and Bride for my ongoing book on the Kathleen & May and have met with several of the people in the area who have great knowledge. The rich lands in the valley of the Munster Blackwater were colonised by English settlers, including Sir Walter Raleigh, after the Elizabethan plantations. rw, Thanks very much for that: great to get some hard information! I have moved the Lismore Canal to a page of its own here. A specification was drawn produced for a wrought iron brdige located on the site of the old timber bridge. If you search the NLI catalogue for Dromana you’ll find a few more pics. I’ve asked Jim to let me know as soon as he has a link to an online source where the book can be bought. It would be nice to see the bridge in operation: I can’t work out how it operated. I don’t myself know the answer, but maybe someone else will see this and respond. And I was excited to see this morning on Twitter – courtesy of Turtle Bunbury – that Jim O’Malley’s book “Walking the Munster Blackwater” will soon be published by the Ashfield Press. Smaller boats could get as far as Tallow, where the bridge marked the end of navigation. Welcome to the Blackwater google satellite map! There is a gap in the 25″ coverage around Youghal itself but switching to one of the other views will show where the river is. Shop new in For other rivers of a similar name, see, South Eastern River Basin District Management System. Outstanding fly fishing on the Munster Blackwater. http://www.corkpastandpresent.ie/mapsimages/ particularly It’s easier to see from the water than from the land. Yours is a most enjoyable and informative article. Thanks, Niall. The video is of a sponsored row by Cappoquin Rowing Club on 15 October 2016. bjg. The photographs, writing and maps are excellent and it truly makes a great Christmas gift. Hello BJG. My only reference now is google maps and street view and with another staycation on the way this may be a good option (if we can travel around county Cork only). I’m absolutely enthralled by your images and scenes. The Cork Blackwater is one of Ireland’s finest Salmon Rivers. The walk links several waymarked routes - the Wicklow Way, South Leinster Way, East Munster Way, Blackwater Way and the Kerry Way. Prior to the establishment of the county system between the 13th and 16th centuries, each county comprised a variety of "tuaths", or clan territories. ‘Cois Moire’ was published in 1962 by Sairseal & Dill. Tony’s trip is unbeatable! Strancally Tower comes before New Strancally Castle. In 1950 the County Engineer, David Sheedy, wrote to the Gardaí in Middleton, Co. Cork to complain about the lenient sentence of a 10 shilling fine passed on a lorry driver who crossed the bridge. Samuel Hayman gets a passing reference above as a source of information on the Countess of Desmond. I saw something recently about a proposal for a Blackwater greenway, which would provide access, but I don’t know whether it would reach the areas I visited.