Activities at Castlemartyr Resort

Tennis

Love to Play?

Cycling

Enjoy fresh air, spring scents and the sounds of birds with a bike ride through the grounds of Castlemartyr Resort during your next visit.

Garden Games

Be lured by a game of Giant Jenga, Connect 4 or Croquet on our Mitchell’s Lawn in the warm summer months.

Afternoon Tea

Always a firm favourite, Afternoon Tea at the Castlemartyr Resort is a luxurious and decadent experience. Served on Vera Wang china in the Knights Bar, it channels the vintage style and surrounding...

The Spa Experience

Our award winning ESPA & Germaine de Capuccini Spa can be hired exclusively for pamper parties or individual treatments. Why not start your morning with a private Yoga or Pilates class with experie...

Archery or Laser Clay Pigeon Shooting

For our guests who wish to experience more adventure on the Resort, we can organise archery or laser clay pigeon shooting for you on the grounds. These activities must be prebooked prior to your st...

Ballycotton Island Lighthouse Tours

From exhilarating fun rides around Ballycotton Island, to a guided tour of the majestic Ballycotton lighthouse or fishing for mackerel in Ballycotton Bay, there is something for all interests in th...

Jameson Whiskey Tour & Tasting Experience

Cork is steeped in Whiskey history with the famous Jameson Distillery on our doorstep. Our entertaining tutor will bring the whiskey making process to life by use of a small model distillery and yo...

Fota Wildlife Park

A day trip to Fota

Located near Castlemartyr Resort is the very popular Fota Wildlife Park, situated on 100 acres at Fota Island is 10km east of Cork City, 19km from Castlemartyr Resort and is the second largest visi...

Blackwater Valley Opera Festival

Classical and Opera Music Festival

Ireland's Summer Opera Festival

The Titanic Experience Cobh

Live the history, feel the story with the Titanic Experience Cobh. Home to the original White Star Line Ticket Office, the tour is steeped in history dating back to the early 19th century.

Ballycotton Cliff Walk

A hidden gem of East Cork with breath-taking views of the Irish Sea, Ballycotton Cliff Walk is an invigorating 7km walk along the cliffs, with a number of spots to stop for breaks and to take photo...

Sea Church Live Events

Sea Church in Ballycotton is a live events venue with a varied line up all year round from comedy to live music

Leahy's Open Farm

The family farm experience

A great day out for all the family

Regal Cinema Experience

Just a short drive away in Youghal, you can enjoy the latest blockbuster, or select a classic from a list of thousands. Soak in the Art Deco stylings and unwind in the wine bar after your showing.

Hederman’s Smokehouse

One of the finest Smokehouses in Ireland. Savour the earthy, sweet beech-wood smoke, reminiscent of a log fire, and gain an insight to the highly skilled craft of traditional cold smoked salmon. In...

Ballymaloe Cookery School

Regarded as one of Europe’s finest cookery schools, Ballymaloe runs a number of cookery courses for enthusiasts of all skill levels.

Stephen Pearce Pottery School

Stephen Pearce Pottery in Shanagarry, County Cork features handmade and hand-decorated pottery that follows a 250 year old tradition of handcrafted pottery in East Cork. Join their experts for an i...

Horse Riding

For our guests who love horse riding, whether it is a beginner lesson or a long trek by the sea you are after we can organise it for you at venues near-by to the hotel in conjunction with our local...

Swell Surf School

Whether you’re new to surfing, or an expert, you’re in good hands with the crew at Swell Surf School. Enjoy an early morning or group session in one of East Cork’s most beautiful coves.

Franciscan Well Brewery Tour

The Franciscan Well Brewery was founded in 1998 on the site of the old Friary and combines modern technology with age-old traditions to create classic and experimental brews.