GREAT ISLAND

'Great Island' (''Oileán Mór an Barraigh'' in Irish) is the name of an island in Cork Harbour, just outside Cork city, at the mouth of the River Lee. The town of Cóbh is situated on the island, which is connected by causeway to Fota Island to the north, which in turn is connected by causeway to the mainland. A railway line runs out through both islands to Cóbh.
The island's name comes from the Irish, meaning "Great island of the Barrys", referring to a powerful Norman family who settled in the area. The original name of the island was ''Oilean Ard na Neimhad'', the "High (or important) island of ''Neimhad''". ''Neimhad'' was a leader who invaded Ireland in ancient times.
Great Island is also the name of a island in Harpswell, Maine.

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★ Cobh railway station

★ Photos and further Information

★ History of Cobh