Bere Island is one of 30 EU islands who have been selected for the Clean energy for EU islands call for 30 renewable islands by 2030. All 30 finalists are working towards achieving complete energy independence through 100% renewable sources. The technical assistance spanning the next three years will address a diversity of areas, encompassing renewable …
The Rural Transport Bus Service on Bere Island is operated by Local Link, Bantry. The service operates weekly on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday and is available for use by both residents and visitors alike. A small charge of €2 per person is required for those using the service who do not have a Free Travel Pass. On …
West Cork IslandsThe West Cork Islands Community Council will hold their AGM on Thursday December 14th at 11.00am in the Sherkin Island, Community Hall. A ferry will leave Baltimore at 10.30am. All are welcome to attend.
A fitWALK Ireland one day Walking Leader Training course will take place on Saturday 25th November 2023 Myross Woods House, Leap, West Cork The Health Promotion and Improvement Department, Cork Kerry Community Healthcare in partnership with Cork Sports Partnership are delighted to announce a 1-day Walking Leader Training course delivered by fitWALK Ireland As part of …
The Bere Island Projects Group CLG are inviting applications for the position of Community Development Worker. For further details see the poster below.
The Bere Island Tourism and Environment Group Newsletter is now online with a report on how you can help how to identify and treat invasive species on the island. Hard copies are also available from the Projects Group Office, the ferries and Murphys Shop. Click here to download a copy
Bere Island Projects Group will be hosting a Digital Marketing Training course for anyone with an interest in learning more about the digital arena, whether a business owner, or otherwise. The course will cover all the key digital tools, including social media (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter), websites, Canva, creating video, email marketing, blogging …
Bere Island Projects Group will hold their AGM on Wednesday 8th November 2023 at 7.00pm in the Community Centre. All are welcome to attend. The agenda is as follows: Chairpersons Welcome and Report. Secretary’s Report. Approval of Accounts. Appointing of Auditor. AOB: (to include election of directors).
Bere Island has won the Tidy Island Award in the 2023 Supervalu Tidy Towns Competition. It’s the fifteenth consecutive year the island has won the award. Bere Island’s entry into the Tidy Town’s competition is overseen by the Bere Island Tourism and Environment Group, who arrange litter picks and beach cleans and oversee the island’s …
Bere Island Projects Group are raising funds to cut back roadside hedging on the islands for 2023. Donations can be dropped into the Projects Group Office or if you would prefer to donate funds via electronic bank transfer please contact 027 75099. The deadline for all donations is Friday October 6th.
