Pushing the boat out for Whiddy Island’s future

Meet Tim O’Leary from Whiddy Island: He’s the local ferryman, postman, farmer and publican.

Pushing the boat out for Whiddy Island’s future

Meet Tim O’Leary from Whiddy Island: He’s the local ferryman, postman, farmer and publican. This year he’s the man bringing guests at the West Cork Literary Festival to Kevin Barry’s reading, and he’s even giving a guided tour afterwards.

Pat Fitzpatrick visits him for a taste of island life

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