By Dan Walsh at Rosslare Europort The first sea crossing from Fishguard to Rosslare took place on 30 August 1906. Marking its 120th anniversary, a week-long exhibition celebrating the route’s enduring role in travel and community connections opened last night in the Terminal Building at Rosslare Europort. The exhibition, entitled ‘120th Anniversary Fishguard to RosslareContinue reading “Rosslare-Fishguard 120 Exhibition”
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Celebrate National Heritage Week
By Dan Walsh National Heritage Week kicks off on Saturday, August 15th with free events across the country and plenty to explore in Co. Wexford. It continues until August 23rd. This year’s theme is ‘Heritage at Risk’ and encourages built, natural and cultural aspects of our heritage that are endangered for use to reimagine andContinue reading “Celebrate National Heritage Week”
Watty’s Well and the Brooklyn bench
By Dan Walsh Enniscorthy is building a pleasant reputation for improvements to its riverside walking trails further advancing its recreational facilities. A new amenity point has now been completed along The Banks, on the northern section of the Slaney Riverside Trail at Blackstoops. Enniscorthy Municipal District’s outdoor staff have completed stonework and planting at Watty’sContinue reading “Watty’s Well and the Brooklyn bench”
Kilmore Quay Lifeboat Open Day
By Dan Walsh The annual Kilmore Quay Lifeboat Open Day and fundraiser takes place on Sunday, August 2nd from noon until 5pm at the marina in Kilmore Quay. The lifeboat will be on display with stalls, games, entertainment and refreshments available at the marina promising lots of family fun throughout the afternoon.
Enniscorthy and Blacktown mark Sister Cities friendship
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal District meeting Enniscorthy Municipal District Council signed off on its midsummer report today at July’s meeting in the Council Chamber, Presentation Centre, Enniscorthy, where a visit by a delegation from Blacktown City Council was the highlight. Cathaoirleach Cllr Pat Kehoe, presiding at his first meeting since election last month,Continue reading “Enniscorthy and Blacktown mark Sister Cities friendship”
Wexford hosts Otherworlds Festival
By Dan Walsh This weekend, Wexford will play host to the inaugural Otherworlds Festival, a brand-new celebration of science fiction, fantasy, horror, folklore, gaming and all things imaginative. Over four days, from Thursday to Sunday, venues across Wexford Town will come alive with talks, workshops, screenings, panels, live performances, games and community events featuring someContinue reading “Wexford hosts Otherworlds Festival”
1798; Enniscorthy Longest Day weekend programme
By Dan Walsh The National 1798 Rebellion Centre at Enniscorthy has announced an exciting programme of events to mark the anniversary of the 1798 Rebellion and the Longest Day Weekend – Saturday and Sunday, June 20th and 21st. Assembling historians, local experts and musicians the weekend programme offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore theContinue reading “1798; Enniscorthy Longest Day weekend programme”
Enniscorthy weekend of music and fairytales
By Dan Walsh The 18th Enniscorthy Street Rhythms Festival brings atmosphere to Slaneyside this weekend with a myriad of attractions to excite young and old. Saturday’s family entertainment programme includes the Martina Dance Academy, Rathnure Pantomime Society and a kid’s disco. Market Square will be buzzing with all types of dance from Jazz, Brazilian Dancer,Continue reading “Enniscorthy weekend of music and fairytales”
Make a date for The Showgrounds on Saturday!
By Dan Walsh The annual Enniscorthy Monart Union of Parishes Féte Day takes place on Saturday (1-5pm) at the Showgrounds, Ross Road, and it promises a variety of attractions, social interaction, and family fun. Free admission for a day filled with fun events to suit all ages. This event is a fundraiser for the EnniscorthyContinue reading “Make a date for The Showgrounds on Saturday!”
Wexford creativity with Cruinniú na nÓg
By Dan Walsh A vibrant programme of free creative events and workshops will take place across County Wexford as part of Cruinniú na nÓg, Ireland’s national day of free creativity for children and young people. Funded through the Creative Ireland Programme and delivered locally by Wexford County Council Arts Department, this year’s programme offers anContinue reading “Wexford creativity with Cruinniú na nÓg”
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