Leigh-Dale Cottage
Irish Girl Guides cottage in Carrigrohane, Cork, available for day hire and overnight stays for youth groups.
Inside the Cottage
Overnight Accommodation
Our large, L-shaped bunk room has been recently fitted with new beds, and comfortably sleeps 24 children.
The separate leader’s room contains 2 bunk beds, sleeping 4 adults. Also fitted with a sink and vanity unit.
Recently refurbished, the kitchen is fully equipped and even features a handy hatch through to the dining room.
Our History
Leigh-Dale in Numbers
1960
year of opening
28
beds available
5
committee members
100%
fun guaranteed
Why Stay at Leigh-Dale
Situated in a quiet location, just outside Cork city centre, Leigh-Dale offers an ideal base for exploring Cork or escaping the hustle and bustle completely.
- 4km from Ballincollig Regional Park
- 1.5km from the nearest bus stop to Cork city
- Space for indoor and outdoor activities including camping
- Peaceful gardens to enjoy
- Campfires welcome!
“It has everything we need!”
It’s so easy to bring our Guide unit away here. It’s well-equipped and comfortable.
Jennifer, IGG Guide Leader
“We stay every year”
Our Ladybirds love visiting Leigh-Dale for a sleepover, we plan at least one here each year!
Joan, IGG Brownie Leader
“So easy for training days”
There’s enough parking for 6 cars so it’s ideal for my small group training sessions.
Ciara, IGG volunteer
Our latest news
The Leigh-Dale Blog
- The History of Leigh-DaleIn redeveloping the website, and learning more about Leigh-Dale Cottage, the cottage committee came across an account of the cottage history, written by previous warden, Violet Warner. This history isContinue reading “The History of Leigh-Dale”
- Join us to celebrate Violet WarnerJoin us on Sunday 15th September to celebrate the life of Violet Warner, previous Cottage Warden, between 2-4pm. Tea and cake will be provided by the cottage committee and there’sContinue reading “Join us to celebrate Violet Warner”
- Leigh-Dale Cottage Relaunch!On 26th February 2023, Leigh-Dale Cottage was officially reopened. Previous Cottage Warden, Violet Warner, had the honours of cutting the ribbon to officially reopen the cottage after renovation work that gave the cottage a much needed upgrade and refresh.
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