Five lesser-known Irish islands to visit before the summer ends

If it’s a staycation to remember you’re after, try these hidden islands, says Tom Breathnach

Heir Island: sailing, art and food are among the attractions.

Heir Island, West Cork

Think of West Cork’s offshore islands and you might imagine Cape Clear or Sherkin - but amid the archipelago along Roaring Water Bay there’s a populated island which shores up a lot less attention, Heir Island.