A measure of what Cork has to offer

We’ve always known Cork had charisma but now the whole country will know too.

It’s part of RTÉ Radio 1's ‘The County Measure’ which will be boadcast on Sunday 28 July, and sees writer and broadcaster Vincent Woods criss-cross Cork where he uncovers the vibrant arts, history, heritage, sport, and diverse communities of Cork.

From boating down the River Lee, the beat of history in Baile Mhúirne, to infectious laughter in gleaming Baltimore, Vincent takes a measure of all that “the county of the rebels” has to offer.

He added: “Cork – Corcaigh – is the biggest county in Ireland; and within its borders is a myriad of communities, stories, linked and sometimes conflicting histories. Almost immeasurable in its scale – cultural, linguistic, geographic – and endlessly diverse, one can’t but think of the old line about ‘the real capital’ of Ireland in both city and county.”

The pianist, composer and conductor Cormac McCarthy will unveil new music on ‘The County Measure’, inspired by his native county.

The author Sara Baume will also feature with an exclusive piece of writing on the programme. Sara's most recent book is Seven Steeples.

‘The County Measure’ is a RTÉ Radio 1 series that explores the identity and communities of the 32 counties. It will be broadcast at 10am on Sunday 28 July.