About CIT Blackrock Castle

Privacy

We have developed this Data Policy in order to demonstrate our firm commitment to the privacy of your data. We are committed to safeguarding your data whilst ensuring you get the best out of our website. If you have any special requests concerning your personal information or any queries with regard to our privacy practices, please contact us by e-mail at info@bco.ie We have a designated data protection officer who can ensure that your interests are constantly reviewed. This Data Policy applies to all “personal data” as defined in Ireland’s Data Protection Acts 1988 and 2003. In this Data Policy, we also refer to personal data as “data”, “information” or “personal information”. We are not responsible for the privacy or data procedures of any website which you may use as a result of using this website, either using a link provided by us or otherwise. Information Collected and its Use We collect personal information from you at different stages of your use of the website, in particular when you register with us. We collect this information in order that our services can be offered as effectively as possible and so that we can fulfill our agreement with you. We may use information that you provide: To enter your details into our database and to enable us to administer our services; For assessment and analysis (e.g. market, client and service analysis) to enable us to review, develop and improve the services we offer and to enable us to provide you and […]

Our Mission

Promoting science, engineering and technology in Ireland as a centre of excellence in scientific research, education and outreach.

Contact CIT BCO

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Sponsorship and Fundraising

We are committed to best practice in fundraising for our StarWall supporters of Blackrock Castle.

Star Wall Corporate Membership

Your sponsorship of BCO will: Enhance your company’s image as a corporate supporter of the community. Allow for high profile brand visibility Generate increased awareness and appreciation of your company amongst the general public. Make a critical difference to the development of BCO and our capacity to make a real difference to the society we live in. Sponsor Brochure Download our Star Wall Corporate Membership brochure to learn about all of the benefits and supporter levels available to our valued sponsors. Star Wall Corporate Membership [ PDF, 2.44MB ] SOLAR MEMBERS (€500.00 annually) Unlimited complimentary general admission for 5 named guests for 1 calendar year. 10% discount on BCO merchandise, Cosmic Birthdays and Space Camp. Advance notice and priority registration for special events at the Castle including Pulse, That’s Why!, Space Camp, First Fridays at the Castle, the Cork Science Café, lectures,  film screenings and more! Opportunities to participate in members only events like Movies by Moonlight and StarBQs. 10% discount on BCO rental facilities. Entertain your guests in the historic surrounds of 16th century Blackrock Castle using our state of the art multimedia facilities. A fully functional conference room is available for up to twelve people in the original castle round tower affording panoramic views of Cork City and Harbour. Your name on our promotional material and the busy BCO website STELLAR MEMBERS (€1000.00 annually) Stellar Members enjoy… All of the benefits of Solar Membership, plus complimentary general admission for up to 10 guests SUPERNOVA MEMBERS (€5,000.00 annually) Supernova […]

Blackrock Castle Venue Hire

Blackrock Castle is an extraordinary venue and a spectacular setting for weddings, corporate events, launches and private events. Avail of state of the art technology and a dedicated on-site event planner for your event.

BCO Galactic Blast Archive

Read past issues of our action packed newsletter BCO Galactic Blast News.

GDPR

General Data Protection Regulation   The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into effect on the 25th May 2018, replacing the existing data protection framework under the EU Data Protection Directive. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) increases the obligations and responsibilities in how a company collects, uses and protects personal data. It requires full transparency about how we are using and safeguarding personal data, and the ability to demonstrate accountability for data processing activities. Here you will find information on GDPR, your rights therein and some forms on requesting data should you require it.

Our Team

Here at CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory, we are committed to ensuring that our team is as diverse and passionate as the communities we have the privilege of serving. Since our inception in 2007 our team has grown year on year, and we look forward to bringing more amazing people into the fold in the near future. Our team is comprised of people from multiple nationalities and backgrounds; Scientists, artists, activists, and more, have all come together to champion our shared belief that space is awesome, and it belongs to everyone. We’d like to introduce you to some of our core team members who make all of this possible:   Head of CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory – Dr Niall Smith Niall studied astrophysics at University College Dublin and graduated with his PhD in 1990. He lectured in the Department of Applied Physics & Instrumentation in Cork Institute of Technology for 18 years before becoming the Institute’s first Head of Research in 2005, now providing strategic oversight of a budget of €14m per annum across disciplines from science and engineering to arts and music. Niall is the Founder-Director of the internationally award-winning Blackrock Castle Observatory which has just celebrated its 12th anniversary and over 1.2 million visitors. In 2017, Niall was the host Director for the International Space University Space Studies Programme which is the largest conference programme ever to come to Cork, lasting a total of 9 weeks and involving over 320 global space experts. Niall’s research focuses on space topics […]