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You should approach the cache from the north, as there is a road
leading up to it from there. If you are driving you should leave
you car at N 52° 02.652’, W009° 59.057’, but it is
possible (and allowed) to drive through to the gate there (remember
to close it behind you!) and make your way by car to the top of the
hill. You’d want a good 4x4 though! There is a level area on
the top to leave the car for those that come here for hang gliding
and if you’re lucky you might see some of them underneath you
soaring above Rossbeigh Strand.
Buddy was a most beautiful, strong and clever Border Collie who
lived all his life with his family at the foot of Rossbeigh Hill.
He died peacefully on the 26th of September 2006, aged 14 years,
and he has left a big gap in our hearts.
All the places you can see from the cache site are part of
Buddy's world. The fields, hills and mountains, the lakes and
coves, and most importantly Rossbeigh Strand, where we went for
many walks together. Please spare a thought for this wonderful dog
when you enjoy the views.
From the cache site you’ll have (weather permitting)
beautiful vistas over Glenbeigh to the South, the mountains of the
Glenbeigh Horseshoe with their corrie lakes to the South-west,
Dingle Bay and the Dingle Peninsula to the west and north, and
Rossbeigh and Inch Strands to the north and north-east. Legend says
that Rossbeigh is from where Oisin and Niamh took to the sea on
their white horse to live in Tir na nOg - the land of eternal
youth.
After returning from the cache I recommend you take the road
that is locally known as the Bealach (pron. Beloc) down to
Roossbeigh Strand. You'll find it at N 52° 02.835’, W009°
59.255’
For other parts of Buddy's World visit the nearby
Windy Gap and
Caragh View