Inishfarnard


Inishfarnard meaning Island of the tall fern is a small island and a townland off Kilcatherine Point, in County Cork, Ireland.

Geography

Near the northern tip of the island there are pleasant cliffs; the best landing place for boats is located on the SE side of the island, near a fish farm. Freshwater, which was once available on the island, cannot be found anymore.

History

A small community of 24 used to live on the island, which is now uninhabited, with its old houses abandoned as well as the neighbouring fields.

Fishing

Inishfarnard is considered a good place for fishing.
A fish farm now operates in the waters on the southeast of the island, it is operated by Mowi