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  MACROOM - LoveToKnow Article on MACROOM   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
of Cork by the Cork and Macroom railway, of which it is the terminus.
Besides a fine Roman Catholic church, a court house and barracks, Macroom possesses a modernized castle, which is said to have been founded by King John, though it is more probably attributable to Norman invaders.
Macroom has trade in corn-milling, leather-work and dairy produce, and is a good centre for salmon and trout fishing.
www.1911encyclopedia.org /M/MA/MACROOM.htm   (160 words)

  
 Macroom - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Macroom (Irish: Maigh Chromtha) is a small market town lying in a valley on the River Sullane, a tributary of the River Lee, between Cork and Killarney.
A few kilometres to the north of Macroom is Mushera Mountain, with the family attraction of Millstreet Country Park, a challenging 1.5 km walk to the summit of the mountain, and the ancient Saint John's Well.
In the town itself, the Castle Arch, a remainder of the demolished Macroom Castle, admits walkers to the Castle demesne parklands, held in trust as a gift to, and possession of, the people of Macroom.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Macroom   (253 words)

  
 Cork Hotels Castle Hotel And Leisure Centre Macroom Hotels Ireland
The Castle Hotel is perfectly situated in the centre of Macroom and is thus ideal for wandering this historic Irish town.
Macroom is a picturesque market town full of brightly painted buildings and with a wealth of historical interest.
The area around Macroom is renowned for its natural beauty and is ideal for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits such as hill walking, fishing and golf.
www.travelireland.org /cork/hotels/castle-hotel-macroom   (719 words)

  
 Own A Piece Of Ireland - Unique gift of land in Ireland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
Land at Macroom in the Barony of West Muskerry in …..
During the reign of the Ui Fhloinn (O'Flynns) tribe in the twelfth century a castle was built at Achad Dorbchon (Macroom).
The rise in prominence of Macroom in the years leading to the 17th century was due to the early influence of the
www.apieceofireland.com   (527 words)

  
 The Kingdom: GAA: Tarbert survive late scare   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
Macroom never played with the same fluency as they did in the drawn game and their forwards were held in a vice like grip by a superb Tarbert rearguard.
However, Macroom failed to register a score until the last kick of the half, as Tarbert gained the upper hand, with Eoghan O'Connell (2), Kiki Mulvihill and Patsy O'Connell with one each to leave the Kerry side well in control at the break.
Macroom resumed the second half as if they were going to stage a fight-back with early points from Michael Linehan and Fintan Gould to leave a goal between the sides.
www.the-kingdom.ie /news/story.asp?j=6849   (605 words)

  
 Macroom - County Cork - Ireland
Situated on the N22 midway between Cork City and Killarney is Macroom a busy market town in the valley of the Sullane River.
The Gateway which is all that remains of Macroom Castle is interesting and in fact, the town were once owned by Admiral Sir William Penn, whose son founded Pennsylvania.
Macroom is twinned with the Breton town of Bubry.
www.cork-guide.ie /macroom/welcome.html   (108 words)

  
 Macroom, Co. Cork - 1 2 Travel - Ireland Travel Information Guide
The town of Macroom has developed as a result of its position at the meeting between the Lee and Sullane rivers.
Curiously, Macroom was a significant centre of British power and yet also remained closely bonded with the neighbouring Muskerry Gaeltacht - an Irish speaking region where the Gaelic tradition dominates.
Macroom today is a popular inclusion in many tourist itineraries.
www.12travel.com /ie/Cork_Kerry/Macroom.html   (511 words)

  
 MACROOM FIRE
Macroom's Fire Brigade's first fire station was in the western side of the town hall, which itself is located in the town square.
In the late 1960's a new station was built in the grounds of Macroom Castle next to the gates to the GAA playing pitch (see picture on right).
Macroom's water tender until 1997, a 1988 Bedford Hughes, shown returning through the Castle Arch after attending a call.
www.iol.ie /~fireman/2station.html   (398 words)

  
 Jeremiah Lucey Family
Another Macroom Lucey researcher, Denis Lucey of the Ireland Museum of Transport in Killarney, thought that it might be Carriganimma, a district about 7 miles north west of Macroom, which was thickly populated in pre-famine times.
This map contains a map of part of County Cork, Ireland showing Macroom and nearby towns, including the city of Cork, which ought to be easily found on any good-sized map of Ireland.
Sir William Penn, a distinguished admiral, and father of William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania in America, was born at Macroom castle.
www.geocities.com /Heartland/Valley/6337/momI88.html   (2845 words)

  
 Accommodation
There are several golf courses within an hour’s drive, the nearest being at Macroom, only 6 miles away.
Macroom also boasts a Pitch and Putt course.
A short distance away is the internationally known equestrian centre of “Green Glens” in Millstreet Town.
members.tripod.com /an.cuasan/facil.htm   (165 words)

  
 ireland.com - The Irish Times - FRONT PAGE   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
The closure of the General Semiconductor plant in Co Cork with the loss of 670 jobs is evidence that the global downturn is finally beginning to bite at the heart of the technology sector in the Republic.
The Macroom plant, like the Gateway facility in north Co Dublin, which is also due for closure, is at the most vulnerable manufacturing end of the technology spectrum.
Four years ago more than $30 million was invested in upgrading the plant, and despite a general downturn in the semiconductor sector it was felt that the company would be in a position to weather any storm.
www.ireland.com /newspaper/front/2001/0818/fro1.htm   (625 words)

  
 RTE News - Elan jobs possible at former GSI plant in Macroom
The announcement that the GSI plant was to close was a devastating blow for Macroom and the surrounding area.
By the time the last of the workers were let go in mid-December, a task force had been put in place to find a replacement for GSI and to market the 120,000-square foot factory.
GSI executives in Macroom have issued invitations to a function at the plant at mid-day tommorrow where, they say, Taoiseach Bertie Ahern will make an announcement about the future of the facility.
www.rte.ie /news/2002/0417/jobs.html   (268 words)

  
 Philadelphia Daily News
Macroom sits in Ireland's southwest corner, 25 mile west of the city of Cork.
Macroom has embraced Mummers with gusto." A South Jersey resident from Gloucester Township, Loomis plays bass saxophone for his band.
Macroom's Mummers-infused St. Patrick's Day Parade has become one of the biggest such events in the west of Ireland.
members.aol.com /wsbpage/wsbnews.html   (1297 words)

  
 Macroom -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
Tourist attractions include a colourful town centre, an 18-hole (Course consisting of a large landscaped area for playing golf) golf course and scenic surroundings.
In the town itself, the Castle Arch, a remainder of the demolished Macroom Castle, admits walkers to the Castle (Territory over which rule or control is exercised) demesne parklands, held in trust as a gift to, and possession of, the people of Macroom.
This large park contains beautiful riverside walks among mature (A deciduous tree of the genus Quercus; has acorns and lobed leaves) oak and (Any of several large deciduous trees with rounded spreading crowns and smooth gray bark and small sweet edible triangular nuts enclosed in burs; north temperate regions) beech trees.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/M/Ma/Macroom.htm   (277 words)

  
 RTE Business - 670 jobs to go in Macroom, County Cork
The company, which opened in Macroom in 1982, cited an unprecedented drop in demand for its product for the closure.
She said she would interrupt her holiday to travel to Macroom, which has a population of about 2,500 people, on Monday to meet with the workers in GSI.
The information and technology section of the employers group IBEC said the closure of GSI is a local disaster and a huge blow to the town of Macroom.
www.rte.ie /business/2001/0817/jobs.html   (600 words)

  
 Macroom - TheBestLinks.com - Irish language, Irish Gaelic, Oak, Cork, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
Macroom - TheBestLinks.com - Irish language, Irish Gaelic, Oak, Cork,...
Macroom, Irish language, Irish Gaelic, Oak, Cork, Market town, Beech, Killarney...
Macroom (Irish: Maigh Chromtha) is a small market town lying in a valley on the River Sullane, a tributary of the Lee, between Cork and Killarney.
www.thebestlinks.com /Macroom.html   (297 words)

  
 Open Directory - Regional: Europe: Ireland: Cork: Localities: Macroom   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
De La Salle, Macroom - A Catholic voluntary secondary school for boys in mid Cork.
Flower of Macroom - Florist offering fresh arrangements and bouquets for local delivery and worldwide wire relay.
Macroom Town - Information on the town, history,places to stay and community information.
dmoz.org /Regional/Europe/Ireland/Cork/Localities/Macroom   (203 words)

  
 Limerick Leader - May 1st, 2004 - Farming - FARMLEADER   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
LIMERICK farmers are furious this week at the news that the regional veterinary laboratory at Knockalisheen is to be re-located to Macroom.
The eleven staff based at the laboratory were also shocked to learn that the lab is to be amalgamated with a proposed new facility for all Munster, based in the County Cork town.
This followed a review of the Department's laboratory services for the Southern Region and the local office service for Cork in the context of the decentralisation implementation programme and the decision to allocate land at Model Farm Road in Cork for the Affordable Housing Initiative.
www.limerick-leader.ie /issues/20040501/farm.html   (1265 words)

  
 Dispensing Happiness: WCB#22: Cat in the Trash Can, A Series
Macroom suddenly decided the living room trash can was a good place to nap.
Macroom has what could at best be called an uneasy relationship with Alex.
Macroom is so lucky, that looks like a cozy place to sleep.
thehappysorceress.blogspot.com /2005/11/wcb22-cat-in-trash-can-series.html   (401 words)

  
 Woodland's Ireland Trip
Woodland was contacted through our page and asked to submit a bid for the opportunity to go to Macroom, County Cork, Ireland to perform in their St. Patrick's Day festivities.
The children of Macroom and the surrounding area were an inspiration to the guys in the band.
There were many tears, and promises to write and keep in touch as we pulled away from Macroom, and the experience has changed all of us forever.
members.aol.com /wsbpage3/ireland.html   (1755 words)

  
 Macroom GC   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
Macroom GC Macroom G.C. - Par 72 parkland course.
Macroom Golf Club is a magnificent parkland course situated within the castle grounds on the winding banks of the Sullane.
With the Kerry mountains creating a backdrop to the west and the great old trees proudly standing erect, golfers cannot but be impre ssed by the peaceful beauty that surrounds them.
www.bonaventuretours.com /golf/ireland/macroom.html   (68 words)

  
 Holidayhound - Castle Hotel, Macroom, CoCork   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
What with Macroom's 18 hole golf course, the fishing challenges of the Lee Valley and numerous historical sites and attractions, Macroom certainly has alot to offer.
Beyond Macroom one has the wonders of the Atlantic Coastline, the drama of the Ring of Kerry and the spectacular beauty of the Lakes of Killarney.
The south west corner of Ireland is world renowned for it's magnificent beauty and amenities and has become home to many of Ireland's artists and craftspeople, so no matter where you go there's plenty to be seen, places to go and people to meet.
www.holidayhound.com /customers/ichot20794.htm   (284 words)

  
 Fine Gael   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
The Tánaiste's 'Golden Thursday' promise of 300 jobs at the former GSI plant in Macroom has turned out to be Fool's Gold, Fine Gael Leader Enda Kenny TD said today (Friday) on a visit to the plant.
This is another example of hollow promises, like former Minister Woods's promises on the school buildings programme, that this Government were happy to peddle before the election last year.
The plans for the GSI plant in Macroom were the centrepiece of this charade.
www.finegael.ie /fine-gael-news.cfm/NewsID/21979/action/detail/year/2005/month/3/level/page/aid/0   (1438 words)

  
 Rose Cottages Self Catering, Raleigh South, Macroom, Co. Cork, Ireland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
Rose Cottages are homely converted farmhouse cottages and apartments, situated just 1 mile off the N22 (2 miles from Macroom), the main Cork-Killarney road, on the Vaughan family farm.
This is a perfect spot to enjoy the many scenic attractions of the whole Lee Valley area, including the Gearagh wildlife reserve, Gougane Barra National Park, Farran Wood Park and Wildlife Enclosure, Millstreet Country Park, Ballincollig Gunpowder Mill and any number of superb golfing, angling and walking locaions.
There are also many local crafts to enjoy, including Ireland's only toy soldier factory, and of course a selection of fine restaurants and pubs with traditional music in Macroom.
www.rosecottagesmacroom.com   (389 words)

  
 Traveljournals.net - Travel stories from from Macroom, Ireland
Collection of 1 travel stories from Macroom, Ireland.
Blarney, Cavan, Cork, County Kerry, County Kilkenny, Dublin, Galway, Kilkenny, Limerick, Macroom, Wexford,
Well, Ireland is just as green, beautiful and friendly as we'd expected, hoped and imagined.
www.traveljournals.net /stories/ireland/macroom   (52 words)

  
 Macroom   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
A sculpture, called the "The Family - The Spirit of Macroom" is also present.
Dermot Desmond who was the first recipient of the freedom of Macroom on the 21st of June 1998.
It is to mark the visit of President Mary Robinson on the 24th of February 1996.
www.ict.mic.ul.ie /2003/vvaughan/Townhall.htm   (321 words)

  
 Our Wedding - Honeymoon   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-19)
We stayed in Macroom our third night in Irleand.
It was huge, although from the outside, it didn't look that big.
While we were staying in Macroom, we took a ride over to the Blarney castle and "Kissed the Blarney Stone".
www.chrissyandsteve.com /wedding/honeymoon/ireland/macroom.htm   (57 words)

  
 1169 and counting....
British troops and their colleagues in the Black and Tans, and the Auxiliaries and the RUC were 'chomping at the bit' to get at them, but were ('Officially') restrained from doing so by the terms of the 'Truce'...
Upwards and to the south-east we crossed the third road to Macroom and passed through Dromonig and Brohaun to reach the southern road from Kilnamartyra to Macroom.
Suggestions were invited from Officer and Private alike and all were examined ; the Macroom men were asked to investigate a legend we had heard about - an underground passage between the cellars of the Castle and the river bank.
1169andcounting.blogspot.com /2004_07_11_1169andcounting_archive.html   (4074 words)

  
 Macroom, Co Cork - Cork Ireland - CorkTourist.com
Macroom, Co Cork - Cork Ireland - CorkTourist.com
A Market town, Macroom was quite famous as the home of the hooded cloak, a mode of local dress covering the female from head to toe.
Local areas of interest - Macroom Castle Gateway, local museum, walks in the Castle grounds, scenic country walks, lively pubs, restaurants and shopping.
www.corktourist.com /towns/macroom   (181 words)

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