little library

One of those spots that locals quietly love and rarely shout about — this little enclosed play area in Castlemartyr is just right for the 3 to 8 crowd, small enough to feel safe, big enough to keep them busy. Parents get decent sightlines from the benches, and there’s shaded seating which, let’s be honest, you’ll appreciate more than you expect even in Cork. It’s the kind of place where you end up staying longer than planned because the kids are happy and you’ve actually got somewhere comfortable to sit. The Hunted Hog is close by if you need to sweeten the deal with food.