Courtown seaside village welcoming and safe

By Dan Walsh

A North Wexford public representative is urging people to visit, support and enjoy what Courtown Harbour has to offer over the Easter Weekend and the summer months.

Speaking to WexfordLocal.com, Cllr Joe Sullivan said that over the past number of months at various meetings of public bodies such as Gorey Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council, Wexford County Council, Wexford Joint Policing Committee and social media postings by elected and non-elected politicians he has noticed that “Courtown Harbour is been portrayed as at worst as crime ridden place, or at best a place where law enforcement could be enhanced.

“I would have to take issue with the above in my opinion I believe Courtown Harbour is a safe and welcoming place to visit and indeed I would encourage anybody visiting North Wexford over the coming Easter Weekend to include Courtown Harbour and indeed the general Courtown area in their list of destinations to visit during their stay.

Cllr Sullivan says Courtown has a number of attractions which are well worth a visit including, Active Tribe Leisure Centre, The Seal Sanctuary, Courtown Woods where one can go on a foraging tour with Lorraine of Gallivanting Tours and get a detailed insight to the plant life that exists in the woods.

While walking in the woods one will encounter the ancient Kilbride Cross and can view the historic Ballinatray Bridge from the level of the Ounvarragh River as it flows to the sea. If you are into walking or hiking the Courtown-Kiltennell trail will bring you three kilometres north on a peaceful journey through woodland.

In Courtown Village itself you will find the usual seaside attractions Amusements, Ice Cream outlets, Coffee Shops, Restaurants, Public Houses, Gift Shops and indeed a turf accountant should you want to have a punt while there. A short walk across the footbridge will bring you to the newly refurbished Plaza Area beside the RNLI Station and Gift Shop. This is a relaxing seaside area with ample seating provided to unwind.

“I believe that Courtown has for far too long been in receipt of far too much negative publicity about policing and crime. It is now time based on facts to send out a positive message that Courtown is a safe welcoming seaside village where tourists to the area are safe and their visit is appreciated and respected,” concluded Cllr Sullivan.