The Lough is a shallow, freshwater lake with an average depth of one metre and a total area of 4 hectares. It is an important wildfowl preserve, particularly for swans, and has been a protected area since 1881. The Lough is also popular for coarse angling and is home to fish species such as carp, eel, tench, rudd and perch.

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October 1, 2020

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Nice place to walk around when the weather is nice and great for a picnic on the grass around the lake.

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1. The English Market, Cork – National Monument loop from City Centre

4.00km

01:03

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. National Monument – The English Market loop from City Centre

7.69km

02:00

50m

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. St. Fin Barre's Cathedral – National Monument loop from Cork

18.5km

04:47

90m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 80 m

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Sunday 8 February

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32 %

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Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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Location: Cork, Munster, Ireland

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The Lough, Cork

1. The English Market, Cork – National Monument loop from City Centre

2. National Monument – The English Market loop from City Centre

3. St. Fin Barre's Cathedral – National Monument loop from Cork

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