Where We Are

The Skellig Coast is located on the Iveragh Peninsula, part of the world-famous Ring of Kerry in Ireland. Stretching from Kells to Castlecove, this coastline is a place of rare beauty — where rugged cliffs meet the wild Atlantic and ancient history lives alongside vibrant communities.

Our region encompasses eight distinctive villages and towns: Ballinskelligs, Caherdaniel, Cahersiveen, Dromid, Foilmore & Kells, Portmagee, Valentia Island, and Waterville. Each has its own character, yet all share a deep connection to the land, the sea, and a proud tradition of learning and hospitality.

A Place of Learning

The Skellig Coast has a long and proud history as a place of learning — from the early monks who sought solitude on Skellig Michael to the thousands of students who visit today to study English, pursue research, or attend festivals and summer schools.

Our learning hubs include the Amergin Poetry Festival, Asana School of English, Cill Rialiag, the Daniel O Connell Summer School at Derrynane, Éigse na Brídeoige, Kells Bay House & Gardens, SMARTlab, Tech Amergin, The Mitchell Scholarship, The O'Connell Centre, the Learning Landscapes Symposium, and Sea Synergy.

About This Website

This website was designed and developed by Colm McGill to share the story of the Skellig Coast with visitors and locals alike. It brings together information about our communities, events, learning centres, and the remarkable heritage of this corner of Ireland.

We invite you to explore our villages and towns, discover what's on, and learn more about the people and places that make the Skellig Coast so special.