Cobh & Harbour Chamber

10/06/2026

Cobh Community Hospital have a vacancy for an Office Administrator.
Email your CV to [email protected]

The Administrator will provide essential administrative and coordination support to Cobh Hospital, with a primary focus on organising respite care allocations, managing bed availability, and supporting nurse education and training activities. The role is critical in ensuring the efficient operation

09/06/2026

Tickets available for our Summer networking Event on Cobh Harbour!

When: 25th June 6-8pm
Where: Cobh Harbour - Boarding at the pontoon at The Last Drop Cobh

Join us for a relaxed summer networking evening on the waters of Cork Harbour. All are welcome, whether you’re a Chamber member, a local business owner, or simply someone who values our vibrant coastal community.

With thanks to the Port of Cork for their support.

Tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/1985996595278?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/06/2026

✨ Welcome to the Chamber, https://www.journey.partners/✨
We are delighted to welcome Journey Partners as a member of the Cobh & Harbour Chamber.

Journey Partners is an innovation and investment advisory firm supporting organisations across key sectors including mobility and transportation, climate and sustainability, food and agriculture, and heritage and tourism, helping scale great ideas into real world impact.

Their work aligns strongly with our region’s focus on sustainable growth, innovation, and future ready enterprise. We look forward to engaging with the Journey Partners team and exploring opportunities to collaborate, connect, and create lasting value for our business community.

05/06/2026

✨ Friday Focus: Meet Terri Ryan✨

This week, we’re shining a light on the incredible Terri Ryan, a passionate storyteller and proud member of our Cobh community.

Terri’s journey is as inspiring as the stories she tells. Qualifying as a Science Teacher from UCC at just 21, specialising in Botany and Herbs, she spent her early career in education before moving into the business world. There, she became a Senior Manager with a multinational company and spent a decade empowering others through Start Your Own Business courses.

In 2015, Terri added “author” to her list of talents with her award-winning book The Bullies’ Predatory Footprint. From there, her creative path flourished, bringing to life tales of bygone days — from the charm of the Corner Shop and Fair Day to evocative stories like Ghosts in the Bog and Murder in the Mountains.

Now a professional Storyteller/Seanchai, registered with Storytellers of Ireland, Terri captivates audiences at private, bespoke events and festivals across Ireland and beyond. Her shows — including Echoes of The Past, Whispers in the Harbour, and Oíche Scéalaíochta — celebrate Ireland’s rich oral traditions and revive the spirit of the Rambling House through storytelling, music, and song.

Terri also shares her knowledge through workshops on storytelling, herbal folklore, and the ancient vocal tradition of Caoineadh (Keening).

📅 Upcoming Events:
• Thursday 23rd July | 6:00–7:30pm
Oíche Scéalaíochta: An Evening of Stories, Song and Ceol with Terri Ryan

📍 The Arch Café & Wine Bar, Cobh
As part of the Cobh Trad Fest

• Friday 24th October | 8:00pm
📍 Saint George’s Arts & Heritage Centre, Mitchelstown

🎟 Tickets available on Eventbrite

A proud mother, granny, and fourth-generation Mitchelstown native now calling Cobh home, Terri continues to keep Irish heritage alive — one story at a time.

💬 If you haven’t yet experienced one of Terri’s events, be sure to add it to your list — it’s truly something special.


https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/oiche-scealaiochta-an-evening-of-stories-song-and-ceol-with-terri-ryan-tickets-1989743091148

02/06/2026

Want to make a public commitment to employee wellbeing? Sign the SME WellBusiness Charter today.

Becoming a Charter signatory gives your SME visible recognition for creating a healthy workplace — a powerful signal to employees, customers, and the wider community.

As a signatory, you can:
🌐 Have your name and logo displayed on the Chambers Ireland website
📝 Display your Charter Commitment Statement internally to show employees your dedication to their wellbeing
🏅 Display the SME WellBusiness Charter badge on your website and workplace communications
📖 Feature in case studies and promotional materials
🏆 Enter our awards recognising best practice in workplace wellbeing

For SMEs, demonstrating commitment to employee wellbeing is more important than ever. Gallup research shows that better work-life balance and personal wellbeing was the number one factor people considered when looking for a new job. Being publicly recognised not only celebrates your efforts — it also helps your business stand out and attract and retain the best talent in a competitive market.

👉 Sign up for the SME WellBusiness Charter today
https://chambers.ie/sme-wellbusiness-charter/

02/06/2026

✨Welcome to Our New Chamber Member The Rob Roy Bar Cobh 🍺
We’re thrilled to welcome The Rob Roy Bar to the Cobh & Harbour Chamber as part of our growing network of vibrant local businesses.
A long-established favourite, The Rob Roy is renowned for its warm Irish hospitality, live music, great drinks, and stunning views of St. Colman’s Cathedral. It’s a fantastic addition to our Chamber community and a true reflection of Cobh’s renowned warm welcome.
We’re excited to have them on board and look forward to supporting their continued success. Be sure to drop in and experience the friendly welcome and great craic for yourself! 🎶
📍 Cobh, Co. Cork

26/05/2026

Get out and enjoy this fabulous weather, avail of a 15% discount online before June 7th.

Book now, limited-time offer

25/05/2026

Zoe Basha is a musician based in Dublin. Zoé’s songwriting explores identity, grief, societal norms, and human connection. Her debut album, Gamble, is inspired by her experiences of travelling and growing up in different cultures, and blends country, blues, Americana, French chanson, and Irish traditional influences. Named ‘folk album of the month’ by The Guardian in 2025, Gamble has earned both national and international recognition. At Sirius Arts Centre, Zoé performs key songs from Gamble alongside new pieces she has been developing during her year of touring.

Saturday, 6 June
7pm (doors: 6.45 pm)
Tickets: €15 (non-refundable)
Advance booking via Eventbrite is recommended (link in bio)
Tickets may also be purchased at the SIRIUS reception before the performance, depending on capacity.

20/05/2026

Cobh & Harbour Chamber: Celebrating Excellence
Doyle Shipping Group (DSG) has been named the recipient of the prestigious President’s Business Award for 2026, in recognition of their outstanding contribution to the local economy and maritime sector.
The award was presented at the President’s Gala Dinner held in Fota Island Resort where Cobh & Harbour Chamber, President, Colin Morehead formally honoured Doyle Shipping Group.
In his acceptance speech, Tim O’Regan of DSG shared exciting news about the future of local maritime transport. He announced that Doyle Shipping Group, and Cross River Ferries, will shortly begin construction of a brand new hybrid electric ferry designed to serve both vehicles and passengers.
The vessel will be built locally at the dockyard in Rushbrooke, with construction set to commence in the coming weeks. The project represents a significant investment of approximately €4 million and highlights a strong commitment to sustainable and locally driven development.
Due to be completed in 2027, the new hybrid electric ferry will offer increased capacity for approximately 34 cars, enhancing service levels and will provide a notable upgrade on the existing ferry.
This forward-thinking investment reflects DSG’s continued leadership in innovation, sustainability, and regional connectivity, reinforcing its well deserved recognition as this year’s President’s Business Award winner. Congratulations!

19/05/2026

Cobh & Harbour Chamber was delighted to host its annual President’s Gala Dinner at Fota Island Resort last Wednesday, welcoming over 160 members, business leaders, and community representatives to celebrate collaboration, enterprise, and community spirit across the Harbour region. Addresses were delivered throughout the evening by President Colin Morehead, Guest of Honour H.E. Céline Place, the French Ambassador to Ireland, keynote speaker Vice Admiral (Rtd.) Mark Mellett, and Siobhán O’Shea, Chief Infrastructure Officer at EirGrid, the main sponsor of the event. Highlights of the evening included the presentation of the Chamber’s annual awards, recognizing outstanding contributions to business and community life across Cork Harbour. More pictures will follow throughout the week!