Bere Island

The Gallaun Stone, marking the centre of the island both width and longways. On the next hill stands a restored Martello Tower which is open to visitors. On the left is Berehaven with Hungry Hill in the distance. Bere Island is rich in historical importance, from a military point of view as well as from an archaelogical one. Once a base for the British Navy and Army it is dotted with observation buildings along its shoreline. The Irish Army uses the island these days for training exercises. As you tour the island you will also find a lighthouse, the Holy Year Cross with commanding views, Martello Towers and birdwatching opportunities on Bantry Bay side.
	The Church, situated on the north shore, you get there by keeping to the coastal road round the island heading west from Lawrence Cove
This fine collection of stones marks a wedge grave. It is on the south side of the island behind the village

Part of the fortifications at the fort. It is sealed off for the time but it is hoped the complex will be restored and opened to the public	One of the 2 surviving 6 inch guns at the fort, looking down Bantry Bay

Ferry Services

to Bere Island

Harrington's Ferry runs from the slip opposite Supervalu in Castletownbere to the slip at the Western End of the island

Times of service

Murphy's Ferry, runs from the Pontoon beside the Berehaven Golf Course to Lawrence Cove where it is seen here.

Times of service

September to May (Winter)
Depart	Depart
Bere Island	Pontoon
7.30am (Mon-Fri)	8.00am (Mon-Fri)
9.15am	10.00am
12.30pm	1.00pm
4.30pm	5.00pm
8.00pm (Fri only)	8.30pm (Fri only)
Note: No 7.30 am trip on Bank Holidays

June/July/August (Summer)
Depart	Depart
Bere Island	Pontoon
7.30am (excl Sun)	8.00am (excl Sun)
9.15am	10.00am
11.00am (excl. Sun)	11.30am (excl. Sun)
12.30pm	1.00pm
2.30pm	3.00pm
4.30pm	5.00pm
6.30pm	7.00pm
8.00pm	8.30pm

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