The Blackbird, Ballycotton is a charming traditional Irish pub

Renowned for popular Live Music, welcoming staff, fantastic family beer garden, great craic and delicious hand-made and locally sourced food from The Field Kitchen, The Blackbird is the perfect place to socialize and party when in East Cork.

Only 35 minutes East from Cork city and close to the home of Jameson Whiskey, Midleton.  The Blackbird is an authentic local Irish village pub decorated traditionally with a rustic and genuine ambience.  Jameson whiskey bottles with candles light the comfortable bar, Singer sewing machine leg tables and wood burners and an open fire make the bar warming and comforting in the winter.  

Discover Ballycotton

Perched on the East Cork coast, just 35 minutes from Cork City and Cork Airport, Ballycotton is a picturesque working fishing village known for its spectacular coastline, friendly locals, great food, traditional pubs, live music and genuine Irish craic. Enjoy the famous Ballycotton Cliff Walk, pitch & putt by the sea, boat trips around the lighthouse, fishing from the pier, secluded beaches and the village’s proud RNLI heritage. Come for the fresh sea air, walks and views, stay for the food, music and stories, and when you’ve worked up a thirst, a warm welcome will be waiting at The Blackbird.

Parties at the Blackbird

At The Blackbird, you can enjoy the spacious, attractive and child friendly beer garden.  Set amongst the ruins of the oldest part of Ballycotton village, the beer garden makes the perfect party venue and ideal for the ‘Afters’ of wedding parties, Birthdays, Christenings, Communions, Confirmations or any occasion, alternatively, make spending the afternoon in the Blackbird beer garden with friends and family an occasion itself!

Music at the Blackbird

Mundy, Liam Reilly, Juliet Turner, Glen Hansard, Gina, Dublin City Ramblers and Toy Soldier are amongst those who have played in the ‘Back room’ at The Blackbird.

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Our Rooms

From the fireside warmth of the Main Bar to the arched Music Room, the covered Beer Garden and the beautifully restored Ruin Room, every space at The Blackbird has its own story.

Music Room

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Music Room

Arched roofed space perfect for live performances and private events.

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Beer Garden

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Beer Garden

All-weather covered garden — the Blackbird’s social heart.

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Ruin Room

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Ruin Room

Beautifully restored heritage space with exposed stone walls.

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Main Bar

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Main Bar

Fireside warmth, craft beers, and the best craic in East Cork.

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Gallery

Blackbird Gallery

Discover the atmosphere of The Blackbird Ballycotton through our gallery, where great food, memorable gatherings, and coastal charm come together.

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