Back to the 80s: A Night to Remember
On March 7, 2025, The Blackbird Ballycotton hosted the Ballycotton RNLI “Back to the 80s” event, a spectacular night that transported guests straight to the neon-lit era of leg warmers, synth music and big hair. The event was a resounding success, raising an incredible €10,101 for Ballycotton RNLI and its life-saving efforts. A Celebration of […]
Host Your Next Event at The Blackbird Ballycotton – Your Party, Your Way!
Looking for the perfect event venue in Ballycotton? The Blackbird Ballycotton isn’t just an award-winning pub – it’s a place where unforgettable memories are made. Whether you’re planning a birthday bash, engagement party, corporate gathering or a good old-fashioned knees-up, we’ve got you covered. Why Choose The Blackbird? Private Room Hire – FREE of charge! […]
Huge Congratulations to the TrawlerBoyz at the Field Kitchen, Blackbird, Ballycotton
Congratulations to the McNamara TrawlerBoyz family, cooking from the Field Kitchen in our all-weather beer garden, for being awarded this prestigious finalist plaque from the 2024 Cully & Sully / McKenna Guide Chowder Competition. This recognition is incredibly well deserved, as we truly believe their chowder is the best in Ireland! Out of hundreds of […]
Christmas Parties at The Blackbird, Ballycotton
The festive season is fast approaching – have you planned your Christmas party yet? In collaboration with the award-winning TrawlerBoyz, we have all your party flavours covered! From fresh local seafood and other locally sourced delicious produce, we promise a celebration full of delicious food, music and great craic in traditional Irish fishing village pub […]
Packed December / Christmas Schedule soon to be announced
The Blackbird and Trawler Boyz will soon be announcing a jam-packed schedule for December and into Christmas. Live music is to include favourites such as Rag Order and Craig & Grainne, local talent such as Chris Tattan & Claire Murphy, and fantastic groups like the Ben Reel Trio. Trawler Boyz will be dishing up great […]
25 Best Beer Gardens in Munster and Beyond
By Joe McNamee, Irish Examiner, August 2022. “A great pub, the Blackbird beer garden is a machine of some sophistication without for a moment losing its antique character, retractable roof offering ample protection from weather’s extremes. What’s more, the beer garden is also home to The Field Kitchen turning out smashing fish and chips.” Read […]
Best Puppy-friendly locations in Cork… according to dog owners!
Yay Cork – March 2022. With community water bowls and treat jars a regular sight on cafe counters all over the county, Leeside businesses have finally accepted the idea that to love their customers is to embrace their canine companions too. Members of the Facebook group People from Cork with their Dogs have been sharing […]