Schull & District Community Council
Representatives of Schull -2, Ballydehob -2, & Goleen Community Councils -5, have returned from Finland after a short visit (22nd <> 25th Sept 2014). Many hours of shared discussions on what the communities wish to achieve was very informative. The Finnish hosts were extremely hospitable & made their stay a memorable one. The three Community Councils are planning to work together on projects that will benefit the Mizen area.
More info see goleen.info -Visit By The Fins
Car Park (“East End”) Now opened on 31st October 2014 – 48 car slots including 4 wheelchair spaces – Note direction of movement , also parking is at 45 degree angle, except for 3 spaces in 2nd level.
– Work commenced mid February 2014 – most of major works completed by end June 2014 – regret new car park area not available for the summer season.
Various minor cosmetic adjustments occurred over the summer months – including the planting of plants/shrubs – etc, .
Mid August – ESB installed two galvanized poles.
Early September more progress made with completion of footpath towards the children playground, note also access from car park restored, which resulted in some negative comments in local paper recently !, when access to playground was restricted.
17/18th Sept – ESB activity of 2 days – removal of wires on the pole closest to the playground – appropriate rewiring to ensure local houses maintained their ESB supply. – Still to do! – removal of this pole – also change over of wiring from the timber poles on the roadside to the new galvanized poles.
20th Oct – ESB transferred cables points onto new galvanized poles – Old poles removed.
21/24 Oct – Contractor modified street-side footpath to include ramps at each ends. Fitted height barriers at entrances.
28/30 Oct – Car Park CLOSED for paint lining.
Schull Community Council – Nominations are sought for eight (8) new members for elections. The elections will take place in August and people of the Schull electorial area are entitled to nominate a candidate. Nominees must consent to be considered for election, closing date for nominations is July 26th. Nominations to be handed into Schull Post Office in a sealed enveloped clearly marked “Nomination for Community Council” – or alternative via email to schulldistrictcc@gmail.com
Schull Community Council has obtained permission to hold a Flag_Day on July 26th -Saturday. Please support your local community council at the 3 collection points from 9am – 6pm
Cope Swim Christmas Day 2013
Beautiful Day as can be seen from slideshow
THE OLD BUTTER ROAD
JOINT PROJECT of
-SCHULL AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY COUNCIL
-BALLYDEHOB COMMUNITY COUNCIL
-SCHULL COMMUNITY COLLEGE COMMUNITY LINK PROJECT
The idea of developing a linear walkway along the route of the Old Butter Road, from Schull to Ballydehob, has been looked at from time to time with, various interested parties investigating its potential development. Now, it is slowly becoming a reality. A dedicated team from both Community Councils, in conjunction with Schull Community College Link Project, have been working away quietly in an effort to have this 8km linear scenic stretch open to the public, throughout the year.
The route begins at the Old Mill house, and, traverses east, along the grassy track to a stream crossing. An information plaque on the route, designed by SCC students, Meg Minihane, Michelle O’Connor, and David O’Reilly, provides sketch maps and brief history on the origins of the Old Butter Road. From the stream, a gentle steady climb brings the walker through beautiful scenic vistas, with Mt. Gabriel, and its southern slopes to the North, and Schull Harbour opening up, with altitude, to the South West. Passing working farms, whose owners have kindly co-operated in facilitating development of the route, the road crosses the tarred road at the Woodlands. From there it carries on over a rough track, from whence it emerges again onto the tarred road at Kilbronogue.
Heading east the route was initially intended to join the old tram rail line at Stouke Cross, and follow on to the Twelve Arch Bridge at Ballydehob. This stage of the route has yet to be developed, and, in the meantime, the walkway continues on from Kilbronogue, on tarred minor road, through the townland of Cappaghnacallee, and via Stouke graveyard, east through Shanavagh to the Twelve Arch Bridge.
Enjoy this special local historical and scenic amenity project.
View Photos below –
a) Stream at low level – with the stepping stones visible.
b) Following 4 photos show the steam at medium flooding – where the stepping stones are 12 inches underwater – CAUTION – River current makes crossing dangerous.
Christmas Fair – 2013 – Saturday 7th December
Weather was very kind – mild temperature, calm conditions – which allowed for easy access for those who wished to visit Santa at his grotto….
Hopefully the children who were able to visit Santa got a small gift.
After his visit – Santa departed in today’s modern day sleigh for locations unknown !
Prior to opening to the public at 1200hrs – the exhibitors arrived early to dress their displays to impress the passing public -who hopefully stopped to view or purchase an item. Raffles tickets were available at the door – those who purchased – in it to win – 1st €100, 2nd € 75, 3rd €25, plus a number of small gifts in “black-bags” Following are names of winning tickets – drawn by Santa elves.
A portion of todays proceeds will be passed onto the Philippines storm fund.
After completion of draw of raffle tickets – 1700hrs – the public departed to the Tree of Light, while exhibitors removed their remaining products, all closed by 1800hrs.
Schull St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2013
Brilliant, Fantastic, Great Day for the Community, Spectacular are just a few of the superlatives been used to describe the huge success of the 2013 Schull St. Patrick’s Day parade on Sunday last.
The bonus was surely the weather – no doubt there was an umbrella from on high put over Schull to keep the rain away for everyone to enjoy the annual St. Patrick’s day Parade.
Super-efficient Parade Organizer Angela O’Callaghan set off the parade just after the scheduled time of 2 pm from the assembly point at the East End of Schull.
The parade line-up included fire trucks, musicians, horses, soccer players, Gaelic players, Montessori & Pre-school children, vintage cars & tractors , drama queens & kings, charlies Angels or men – the jury is out on this!!!!!! to name but a few of the fantastic line up of entries.
The parade also saw the launch of a new “H”airline by Whizzer Scissors business woman Bernadette Barry & her handsome husband Jimmy & the very attractive aer hostess’ Imelda Griffin & Marion O’Driscoll.
Nellie Cotter was Grand Marshall and led the Parade with St. Patrick (Donal McSweeney).
Flag men were the very popular Jean Michel Cahier & David Bray.
John O’Callaghan was master of ceremonies and added great hilarity with a very quick witted commentary.
Schull & District Community Council wish to thank all who supported, participated & helped in any way to make 2013 St. Patrick’s Day Parade another great Community event.
A special word of thanks to the Marshalls, Gardai & Sgt. Ger Prenderville for ensuring the St.Patrick’s day parade ran off safely.
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Original posting – March 2013.
Schull District and Community Council (SDCC) are presently working in collaboration with Ballydehob Community Council (BCC) on a proposal to improve the walkway on the old road from Mill Cove, Schull to Ballydehob (Butter Road). While much of this route is on tarred road (Kilbronogue east to Stouke), a considerable section at either end requires improvement works.
Once completed, a walkway, stretching from Ballydehob to Schull, will provide both a tourist attraction, and invigorating 5 mile stretch of scenic walking route, linking the two villages. It is also proposed to erect signage and scaled maps, outlining wildlife and features of interest on the route.
Update 25th Nov 2013 – Signpost – safety rails – erected Saturday 25th
… see Photos below
Great work. Nice asset for people who want to do some off road running the railing to cross the river is a great help and safety feature as it is high regularly at the moment.
Well done to all involved in getting this off the ground