Haulbowline to become major tourism centre

Haulbowline Island is set to become a major tourism and leisure attraction in Cork harbour under a master plan due for completion by the year end.

Planning permission was granted in May for a clean-up project at a tip site on part of the island, accessed by motorists from Ringaskiddy but also accessible by boat from Cobh.

This should clear the way for the 22-acre eastern side of the island to be turned into a public park, but Cork County Council wants to set a clear vision for further developments of the island which also hosts the headquarters of the Irish Navel Service.