HISTORY | Roberts Cove Inn

ROBERTS COVE INN - A HISTORY

Scenically located in located in a bay that looks out towards the famous Daunt Rock beacon Roberts Cove Inn is built on the site of an old mill where a community of monks once milled corn.

Roberts Cove Inn's First Owner

Roberts Cove Inn's First Owner Charles O'Shea outside the Inn, with his second wife Julia on the left and his daughter Maggie on the right. During this time it was know as Charles O'Shea's place, he then passed it to the wife and became know as Julia's, after she died, the daughter took over and it became known as Maggie's! Maggie then sold to the Basils, who in turn sold to Tom Frawley who in turn sold to Dennis. Maggie then lived behind the mobile site until she died in the 80's. Year of the picture is unknown, 1920's or 30's we think.

Cork 20 International Rally

The Cork 20 International Rally as it passes through Roberts Cove. Note The Roberts Cove Inn, a two story building at the time just to the right of the picture. C.1976.
Photo John Crone

Roberts Cove 1841

An ordinance survey map from 1841 which shows the cove and its buildings including Roberts Cove Inn.

Charles O'Shea does advertising

An old drinks promotion pic taking outside the old front door of the bar from the 20's/30's

Postal Directory 1891

This is the Postal Directory from 1891 where O’Shea, J C (Charles) first appears as a Vintner in Roberts Cove.

Pubs Sale Letter 1965

Sale of Licensed Premises at Robertscove 1965