Inishfarnard

Inishfarnard (Irish: Inis Fearn Ard) meaning Island of the tall fern is a small island and a townland^[2] off Kilcatherine Point, in County Cork, Ireland.

Inishfarnard

Native name: Inis Fearn Ard[1]
Panoramic view
Inishfarnard
Geography
Location	Atlantic Ocean
Coordinates	51°42′38.4″N 10°1′32.2″W
Area	0.3296 km2 (0.1273 sq mi)[2]
Highest elevation	45.1 m (148 ft)[3]
Administration
Ireland
Province	Munster
County	Cork
Demographics
Population	0

Geography

The island seen from Kilcatherine Point

Near the northern tip of the island there are pleasant cliffs; the best landing place for boats (not suitable for kayaks) is located on the SE side of the island, near a fish farm. Freshwater, which was once available on the island, cannot be found anymore.^[4]

History

A small community of 24 used to live on the island,^[4] which is now uninhabited, with its old houses abandoned as well as the neighbouring fields.^{[citation needed]}

Fishing

Inishfarnard is considered a good place for fishing.^[4] A fish farm now operates in the waters on the southeast of the island,^[5] it is operated by Mowi.^[6]

See also

• Ireland portal
• Islands portal

• List of islands of Ireland