Chleire Haven
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Add your business detailsCamping at Chleire Haven on Cape Clear Island, is a unique, peaceful and adventurous opportunity to leave the mainland (and your worries!) behind. Being Ireland's most southerly Irish-speaking inhabited island, situated some eight miles off the coast of west Cork, makes Cape a pretty special place for your holiday.
Leave the car behind and take the 45-minute ferry trip from Baltimore to this unique island which can easily be walked around on foot. Relax amongst the scenery, while absorbing the tranquil beauty of the island, with its spectacular hills and shimmering harbours. Take in the ever-changing colours of the hillsides, where wild flowers mix with yellows and purples of gorse and heather, turning to the rich autumn gold of bracken.
Chleire Haven campsite has sea views over South Harbour towards the Atlantic ocean. Catch a glimpse of a basking shark, dolphins and whales from your tent!
Site type
40
8Languages spoken
English
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Tents for hire Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Leave the car at home Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Chleire Haven
Cape Clear Island
Skibbereen
Co. Cork
Republic of Ireland
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Directions Timezone
Europe/Dublin GMT (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.43379°N
9.5058°W
Route directions
Take the bus from Cork to Baltimore and from there take the Cape Clear ferry to the island. We will pick you and your bags up from the pier and take you to the campsite. Please include your estimated arrival time in the booking form by using the 'special request' box.
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Although you won't be bringing your car onto the island, there is a taxi service if you'd like a tour or to just be taken to the goat farm (which sells ice cream and cheese), Heritage Centre, a working farm or the Maritime Museum. All sites can be reached on foot also.
There are also several monuments on the island, plenty of walks to choose from and lots of beautiful beaches providing great family days out. The island has restaurants, pubs, cafés, a church, craft shops and a lake, so you will never be short of something to do.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tragumna | 18.2 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Barley Cove | 19.1 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Warren, Cregane Strand | 37.1 km | Sea | Excellent | Good | Good | Good |
| Owenahincha, Little Island Strand | 38.3 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Inchydoney | 47.9 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Chleire Haven have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Chleire Haven dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Chleire Haven? Although you won't be bringing your car onto the island, there is a taxi service if you'd like a tour or to just be taken to the goat farm (which sells ice … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Chleire Haven?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 10:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Depart by: 4 p.m. Pick up from the pier available from 11.15am and drop off on departure day from 11.30am.
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