Fenit Island
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Fenit Island is a populated island, in on the coast of County Kerry, connected to the mainland by a sandbar. Located in Tralee Bay, the island encloses Barrow Harbour. Historically, the area was called 'Fenit Within', it is adjacent to the areas of 'Tawlacht' and 'Fenit Without' on the mainland. The terms within/without refer to the walled protection that protected the island from attackers from the landward side.
The island is accessible by car at low tide, by driving on the beach. Many old ruins exist on the island, including a castle, two churches and a graveyard. The Castle is the only one of these ruins that remain visible today. it was built by the FitzMaurices in the 17th Century. Saint Brendan, the Navigator was born on Fenit Island. Lat/Long 52.17/9.52
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