Ardfield (), historically ''Ardofoyle'',
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(see archival records) is a small village on the south-west coast of County Cork
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, Ireland
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. It lies 8 kilometres south of Clonakilty
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and 11 kilometres east of Rosscarbery
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History
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, near Galley Head. Ardfield is part of the Roman Catholic
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parish
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of Ardfield/Rathbarry.
Ardfield is home to St James’ GAA Club, which fields both hurling and Gaelic football teams. Local amenities include a church, a school, a pub, Ardfield Creamery, a children's playground and two all-weather tennis courts. The village is close to several beaches, including Red Strand, Long Strand, Sandscove and Dunnycove.
See also
* List of towns and villages in Ireland
References
External links
Ardfield and Rathbarry local historical society web pageArdfield Rathbarry Rowing Club
Towns and villages in County Cork
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