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Welcome to Bandon

Bandon is a market town rich in history and heritage. This historical West Cork town has roots back as far as 1588 and its name comes from the River upon whose banks it has built up over time. Bandon is an ideal base for exploring Cork and the wealth of outdoor pursuits and incredible vistas will not disappoint.
Bandon owed its development and historic walls to Sir Richard Boyle, First Earl of Cork. He referred to it as 'his most beloved town'. He is buried in St. Mary's Collegiate Church in Youghal. Bandon's prime position close to the Wild Atlantic Way and links to Ireland's Ancient East makes it an ideal spot to link up these two prime Tourist trails.

Bandon Walled Town Festival
August 2025
programme coming soon!

We're already making exciting plans for 2025—watch this space!

If you have ideas or would like to be part of creating the events, we'd love to hear from you. Come join us in Bandon this August for History Alive!

From engaging walks and talks throughout the week to our ever-popular Free Family Fun Day, there’s something for everyone.

Plans are shaping up, and the full programme will be revealed very soon. Keep an eye out, as new events will be added as they’re confirmed!

Check out 2024 programme here.

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Sustainability Statement

Bandon Walled Town Festival recognises the importance of environmental sustainability. To that end we aim to minimise our carbon footprint by encouraging all participants,  attendees, demonstrators,  supporters, volunteers and venues to consider their impact on the environment by reducing/recycling waste, avoiding single use plastics, using reusable water bottles/ keep cups, saving energy and carpooling to events if and when possible.

The promotion of traditional skills is at the core of our events.

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