Fermoy

Fermoy is a town in east Cork. Located on the River Blackwater, it is 15km south of Mitchelstown, and 16km west of Ballyduff. Other nearby areas include Rathcormac, Castlelyons and Kilworth, all around 3km away. There are a number of industries in the town, whole local amenities include three supermarkets, pubs, shops, three secondary schools and five primary schools. The area is popular for salmon and coarse fishing with the scenic riverside walk at Barnane considered to be one of the town's most attractive amenities. The town's two annual regattas – usually in early May and early September – are hosted by Fermoy Rowing Club and serve to attract over a thousand visitors each day. For many years the main N8 Cork–Dublin road ran through Ferm...