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.

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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.

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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.