Cobh & Harbour Chamber

Our Friday Focus this week features Kilkenny Design and Christy’s Gift Shop 🌟 Welcome to Kilkenny Design and Christy’s Gift Shop in Cobh, where Irish craftsmanship meets breath-taking views of Cork Harbour from Cobh Heritage Centre. Their store showcases the finest works of Ireland's most celebrated makers. From the brilliance of Waterford Crystal to the enduring allure of Aran Knitwear, they bring you a curated selection that celebrates the spirit of Irish design.☘️ As part of the Kilkenny Design family, they carry forward a proud tradition of supporting and elevating Irish artisans, working with over 250 of Irelands local makers. Established in 1963, Kilkenny Design began as a revolutionary initiative in Kilkenny City to nurture and empower local craftspeople. With roots in working with precious indigenous materials like bog oak, marble, and clay, the program fostered a sustainable design ethos that continues to inspire. Today, they honour this heritage by connecting you to the timeless beauty and innovation of Irish craftsmanship. Visit Kilkenny Design and Christy’s Gift Shop in Cobh to experience the artistry, history, and soul of Ireland brought to life in every piece. To celebrate their 30th Anniversary in Cobh here's an open invitation to their 🌟🎄Christmas Spectacular & 30th Anniversary Celebration🎄🌟 Join them at Kilkenny Design and Christy’s Gift Shop Cobh Heritage Centre on Thursday 5th December from 6-8pm for their Christmas Spectacular Evening & 30th Anniversary Celebrations. Enjoy 20% off across departments in store, the perfect chance to pick up your Christmas gifts! Sip and socialise with mulled wine, nibbles and spot prizes on the evening. The team looks forward to seeing friendly faces from throughout the years & welcoming you all in store. They would like to thank the Cobh and East Cork community for supporting them and shopping local over the last 30 years. Fantastic Christmas specials and gifting offers on the evening.🌟 #ChampionGreen #sustainability #supportlocal #celebrate #Irish #fridayfocus #chambermember #kilkennydesign

President Toddy Stafford was honoured to attend a ceremony celebrating the awarding of the Chevalier de l’Ordre des Palmes Académiques insignia to Ms. Valérie David-McGonnell, in recognition of her exceptional contribution to the promotion of the French language in Ireland. This event took place during the visit of H.E. Céline Place, Ambassador of France to Ireland, to Cork.   Cork is home to a thriving French-speaking community, numerous educational partnerships, and cultural initiatives that deepen the bonds between the two regions. Events like this highlight the enduring collaboration between France and Ireland in areas such as language education, arts, and commerce. Picture L/R: Mr Toddy Stafford, H.E. Céline Place, Ms Valérie David-McGonnell, County Mayor Joe Carroll.

Cobh & Harbour Chamber would like to extend a very warm welcome to Hederman Smoked Salmon as they start their membership journey with us! https://lnkd.in/epyHuB9J

🚨 Press Release: Cobh and Harbour Chamber Expresses Continued Frustration Over Road access 🚨 The Chamber has been actively highlighting the need for the redevelopment of the R624 for over 50 years. The recent An Bord Pleanála decision further underscores the urgent need for investment in infrastructure to support both commercial and residential development, which is crucial to our community’s growth, safety and sustainability. The current inadequate infrastructure significantly impacts any future development of the area. The R624 as the sole access road to the area needs to be upgraded to a national road and to come under the Transport Infrastructure Ireland's remit. We urgently call on public representatives and Cork County Council to prioritise this issue and work collaboratively to achieve this. The Cobh and Harbour Chamber remains committed to engaging with stakeholders on behalf of our region. The Cobh and Harbour Chamber notes with huge disappointment the impact which the recent decision by An Bord Pleanála to decline permission for the proposed port facility at Marino Point will have on the continued and future development of the Great Island and Harbour area. Bord Pleanála Case reference: PL04.312981 Planning Authority Case Reference: 206955 Image Credit: Cobh News Chambers Ireland James O'Connor TD Mark Stanton Pat Buckley Mary IND Linehan Foley David Stanton TD Eamon Ryan Darragh O'Brien TD James Lawless Peter Burke Cliona O'Halloran Liam Quaide Paschal Donohoe Jack Chambers Michael McGrath Simon Coveney Simon Harris Micheál Martin Cork County Council Port of Cork Company Ltd. Visit Cork Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail #CobhAndHarbour #CorkDocklands #HousingCrisis #InfrastructureMatters #Cobh #Cork

Cobh & Harbour of Commerce would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to making the Switching On Cobh Christmas Lights event such a wonderful success. A special thank-you to Ella O'Brien for lighting up Cobh.❤️ The fantastic turnout from the people of Cobh created a truly magical festive atmosphere, reminding us of the strength and beauty of community spirit.❤️ When we come together, incredible things happen—and this event was a shining example of that. We hope you enjoy the festive lights, continue to support our local businesses, and take advantage of the FREE PARKING available throughout Cobh for the entire month of December. Thank you... Stafford Electrical, Cork County Council, Cobh Tourism, Cobh Confraternity Band, Cobh Animation Team, Colaiste Muire Glee Club, D2K, Sinead Sheppard's School of Dance, Our face painters and the businesses of Cobh for their contribution to the lights and for opening their premises for the celebration. 🎄Thank you for being part of what makes our town so special this holiday season!🎄

🌟 Friday Focus: Shop Local in Cobh! 🌟 We’re shining a spotlight on the incredible businesses in Cobh that take part in our annual Shop Local Campaign! 🛍️✨ This initiative isn’t just about boosting local businesses – it’s about giving back to YOU, the loyal customers. By shopping locally, you’ll be supporting your community and getting the chance to win amazing prizes, including the grand prize of €500 in vouchers and many more prizes! 🎉💳 Let’s come together, support Cobh, and make this year’s campaign the best one yet! 💖 📢 This is the list of participating businesses, Happy shopping! https://lnkd.in/e_SgNqUv #ShopLocalCobh #SupportLocal #CommunityFirst #CobhPride #ShopSmallWinBig

Toddy Stafford, President of Cobh & Harbour Chamber attended the launch of ESB's latest Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Aghada. Officially opened by Michael McGrath, EU Commissioner-designate, this project represents a major leap forward in Ireland’s energy transition. This cutting-edge facility brings 150MW (300MWh) of fast-acting energy storage to strengthen grid stability and enable the integration of even more renewable energy into Ireland’s electricity system. Delivered in partnership with Fluence and Irish firm Powercomm Group, this project is part of ESB's €300m investment in battery technology. Another step towards a sustainable, greener future for Ireland! 🌍

✨ Your Chamber, Your Town – Christmas Lights in Progress! The countdown to Christmas has begun, and the preparations are in full swing! This week, the dedicated team from T Stafford Electric has been hard at work—rain or shine—installing the beautiful Christmas lights that make Cobh so magical during the festive season. These sparkling displays are proudly organised by Cobh & Harbour Chamber, with the goal of creating joy for the community and supporting local businesses. Every light is a reminder of the teamwork and dedication that makes Cobh shine brighter every year. 🎉 Don’t forget to join us for the big switch-on ceremony on Sunday, 24th November at 5.30 PM. #ChristmasinCobh #SupportLocal #LightUpTheTown #CommunityPride

🎄✨ Cobh Christmas Lights Celebration! ✨🎄 Join us in Cobh as the town transforms into a festive wonderland! The Christmas lights will officially sparkle to life at 5:30 PM next Sunday, but the fun starts much earlier. 🕒 Schedule of Events: 3:30 PM: Enjoy festive face painting! 4:15 PM: The Cobh Confraternity Band performs at Casement Square. 4:50 PM: A dazzling dance display by Sinead Sheppard's Dancers. Throughout the afternoon: 🎶 The Coláiste Muire Glee Club will spread holiday cheer with performances at Centra from 4.30PM and at the Christmas Tree. 🎧 DJ DK2 will keep the energy high with music and sound! And of course, keep an eye out for our special VIP guest, Who will be the lucky winner?? ✨ 🚦 Traffic Notice: To ensure the safety of children and families, traffic calming measures will be in place at West View and under the Arch during the festivities. 🙏 A big thank-you to Cork County Council for their kind sponsorship and everyone involved in making this event possible. 🎉 So come on down! Enjoy the Christmas spirit, and celebrate with us! #happychristmas #christmaslights #funstuff #events

The Christmas Shop Local Campaign is back! Support your community by shopping at local stores, enjoying unique gifts, personalised service, and a sustainable festive season. Spend €5.00+ at participating shops for a chance to win local vouchers! 🎄🛍️ Discover the participating stores here: https://lnkd.in/e_SgNqUv Let's make this Christmas special—shop local, support Cobh! ✨