Sherkin Island

A 15th Century friary, the Mainster Inis Arcain, is just uphill from the ferry pier. It's one of two ruins on the island, the other being Dun-na-Long Castle, which was the seat of the O'Driscoll Clan. The two buildings were heavily damaged in 1537 when citizens of Waterford invaded the island after a dispute over a seized and plundered ship.

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Walking in Ireland - General Information:

Introduction

Types of walking trips

Resources and Web links

Walks in Northern Ireland:

Giant's Causeway

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge

Rathlin Island

Guide: Chris Murphy

Walks in Southwest Ireland: