3 Star Campsite
MANNIX POINT CAMPING & CARAVAN PARK, Cahirciveen,
Ring of Kerry Coast,
Ireland
Tel: +353(0)66-9472806

News Update

I had been talking about this for many years, but this time it became a reality:
The Mannix Point Photo Contest 2011 with the first prize a stay at Mannix Point for 2 people for a week. Check the winning entries here.

I find it difficult to believe that it is Mannix Point's 28th season. It seems such a short time since opening. I started with a rough, wet, unproductive piece of land in a superb location; almost no money but plenty of enthusiasm. There have been many difficulties along the way but on the whole it has been a wonderful experience.
From very humble beginnings Mannix Point has developed but has continued to retain its fundamental charm and ambience. It continues to win national and international awards which is both re-assuring and motivating. My sincere thanks to all of you who voted for me. It is very much appreciated.

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News updates from the Mannix Point (Camping in Kerry) Facebook page.

Music Festival www.celticmusicfestival.com

Pre-booking is essential for all categories for the weekend of the Music Festival - minimum three nights stay.

The Cahirciveen Celtic Festival of Music and the Arts 2011 takes place on Friday 29th July, Saturday 30th July and Sunday 31st July. Musicians from Ireland, the U.K. and various parts of mainland Europe gather at Mannix Point and in the weeks running up to and after the festival the music sessions in the Camper’s Sitting Room are brilliant. All are welcome to join in so bring the instruments and have a go. It is a bad time for me because I stay up too late but I have the winter to recover.

Walking Club

This is a great area for high and low level walking. The beentee looped walk for example is very popular. It is important to get local information about access. Just ask and I’ll be able to put you on the right track. There are plenty of local maps and guides available on loan or for sale at the Reception.

 

You can learn to play the Bodhran or the Fiddle while you are on holiday at Mannix Point.

Bodhran player, Phil Stephens gives one-to-one 2 hour lessons.

Peter Mullarkey gives individual tuition to beginners or already relatively accomplished fiddle players.

 

Bodhran

Fiddle

The musicians also play in sessions in local pubs.

Pub Session

Looking forward to meeting old friends and new arrivals during 2011.

Cheers,
Mortimer