Oileain

The Irish Islands Guide, 2nd edition
Completely revised, this is the second edition of the sea kayaking guidebook describes over 570 islands. Suitable for kayakers or anyone in a small boat, it includes information on: landings, camping, drinking water and tidal information. It is illustrated throughout with colour photographs and maps.

Explore Ireland’s offshore islands — over 570 of them — with the definitive guide for sea kayakers, sailors, and small-boat adventurers.

Oileáin – 2nd Edition: The Irish Islands Guide by David Walsh is a completely revised and expanded edition of the classic reference for anyone exploring the Irish coastline. With a new format, hundreds of new photographs, and 270 additional islands described, this edition offers unparalleled detail and accuracy.

Inside this comprehensive guide, you’ll find:

• Detailed information on over 570 Irish islands — from tiny uninhabited skerries to remote outposts.
• Practical details for visitors in small boats or kayaks, including landings, camping, drinking water, and tidal data.
• Fascinating insights into island history, wildlife, legends, and human stories.
• Hundreds of new photographs bringing Ireland’s offshore beauty to life.

Oileáin tells it like it is — rock by rock, bay by bay — highlighting the good, the challenging, and the unforgettable. It’s a labour of love written by a man who has personally visited more than 500 of the islands described.

Why You’ll Love This Book:

• The most complete guide ever written on Irish offshore islands.
• Essential for sea kayakers, sailors, and adventurers.
• Combines navigation detail, rich storytelling, and cultural insight.
• A true celebration of Ireland’s maritime heritage.

UK Delivery:

• Free delivery on all orders of £10 or more.
• £1.49 delivery fee on orders below £10.
• UK orders are shipped via Royal Mail 2nd Class.

International Delivery:

• Flat rate delivery charges vary by country.

Dispatch and Delivery Times:

• All orders are shipped from our warehouse in Northampton, UK within 48 hours of receipt during working hours.
• UK mainland orders typically arrive within 3-5 working days via Royal Mail 2nd Class.
• International estimated delivery times:
• Europe & Channel Islands: 7 to 10 working days
• USA: 7 to 15 working days
• Rest of the World: 9 to 21 working days

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