By Dan Walsh Wexford Bus is named as the Official Travel Partner for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025. To celebrate this partnership, Wexford Bus will offer journeys free of charge on the Wexford Bus Connect Town Services (Routes WX1 and WX2) throughout the Fleadh. Additionally, the Wexford Bus timetables will be extended to include extra nighttime servicesContinue reading “Wexford Bus named Fleadh Travel Partner”
Category Archives: TOURISM
Wexford has six Blue Flag beaches
By Dan Walsh Six beaches in Co. Wexford received the prestigious ‘Blue Flag’ at a ceremony this afternoon at Ravenport Resort, Curracloe. The six beaches on the Wexford coastline that received the Blue Flags are; Curracloe Beach, Carne Beach, Morriscastle Beach, Rosslare Strand, Ballineskar Beach and Ballymoney North Beach, who regained the Blue FlagContinue reading “Wexford has six Blue Flag beaches”
Wexford races Saturday family day out
By Dan Walsh Saturday is expected to be dry, warm and sunny; suitable for a family day out at the Wexford races. The first of seven races is off at 2.25pm and the card consists of four hurdle races, two steeplechases and an amateur flat race to finish the day. Watering has been ongoing throughoutContinue reading “Wexford races Saturday family day out”
Seamus Rafter Bridge may be removed
By Dan Walsh at Riverside Park Hotel Wexford County Council and the OPW (Office of Public Works) are developing a Flood Relief Scheme for Enniscorthy. A public consultation on the option selection was held at Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy, on Wednesday. Phase 1 involves removing the Seamus Rafter Bridge, which obstructs the River Slaney duringContinue reading “Seamus Rafter Bridge may be removed”
Mobile saunas coming to a beach near you?
By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting Mobile saunas are popular at beaches and lakesides, but regulations vary. Wexford County Council discussed this issue at their monthly meeting today, and significant changes may be coming down the tracks! Cllr Pip Breen, Cathaoirleach, chaired the meeting. County Wexford bans mobile beachside saunas. Chris Mortimer ofContinue reading “Mobile saunas coming to a beach near you?”
Fringe Fleadh 2025 launch held in Gorey
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council and Gorey-Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council announced Fleadh Cheoil Loch Garman 2025 and Fringe Fleadh 2025 at an event held in the Ashdown Park Hotel, Gorey, last Sunday. This event signified the commencement of a lively season of Irish music, culture, and community celebration. Gorey Community School will once againContinue reading “Fringe Fleadh 2025 launch held in Gorey”
€180m Tourism Resort Hotel for Kilmore Quay
By Dan Walsh at Kilmore Quay Local developer, Rob Roche, has attracted significant interest from international operators for a proposed Integrated Tourism Resort development in Kilmore Quay. The details of the plan were unveiled during a public information event held at Stella Maris Community Centre, Kilmore Quay, last Friday. The Resort project is estimated toContinue reading “€180m Tourism Resort Hotel for Kilmore Quay”
Wexford delegates return from Savannah and Atlanta
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council delegates recently visited Savannah and Atlanta, Georgia, to explore new economic, educational, and cultural development opportunities for County Wexford. Led by An Cathaoirleach, Cllr Pip Breen, the delegation included Municipal District representatives, council officials, and enterprise leaders. The visit reinforced the sister city agreement with Savannah and investigated newContinue reading “Wexford delegates return from Savannah and Atlanta”
Official opening of Brennan’s Lane, New Ross
By Dan Walsh The refurbishment of Brennan’s Lane in New Ross has been officially opened. The project aims to create a safer, more accessible thoroughfare and enhance connectivity within the town, providing a space for residents, visitors, and businesses. The Brennan’s Lane refurbishment project received a €500,000 grant from the Department of Rural and CommunityContinue reading “Official opening of Brennan’s Lane, New Ross”
Enniscorthy festival of food and family fun
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Thousands of people squeezed into Enniscorthy town centre on the opening day of the annual Rockin’ Food & Fruit Festival where a family friendly atmosphere prevailed in favourable weather conditions. The focus was on diverse food stalls offering a range of delicious treats, ensuring everyone was satisfied. There was aContinue reading “Enniscorthy festival of food and family fun”
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