At Geneva Barracks that young man diedAnd at Passage they have his body laidGood people who live in peace and joyBreathe a prayer, shed a tear for the Croppy Boy. By Dan Walsh who attended ‘By Hooke or by Crooke’ Inspired by a stirring ballad, organised with passion and pride, and held in atrocious weatherContinue reading “The Croppy Boy remembered with pike and song”
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Passage to Crook ‘Croppy Boy’ 1798 commemoration
By Dan Walsh Pikemen and women from many parts of Wexford will take the sailing from Ballyhack to Passage East and then march to the grave of The Croppy Boy at Crook Graveyard in a special 1798 commemorative event next Saturday starting at 2pm.The event is being organised by Tim Corrigan and Michael Fortune andContinue reading “Passage to Crook ‘Croppy Boy’ 1798 commemoration”
Mystery ‘secret room’ discovered at Johnstown Castle
By Dan Walsh at Johnstown Castle A secret room in the 800-year-old gothic-revival Johnstown Castle, near Wexford town, has been discovered during conservation works and the story is generating massive public interest. As restoration works continue the Castle and gardens through 2023 a brand-new discovery was made on Sunday, August 13th by a carpenter whoContinue reading “Mystery ‘secret room’ discovered at Johnstown Castle”
New dolmen trail opens
By Dan Walsh The Ballybrittas Dolmen Trail, located on Bree Hill was officially opened last Sunday by Cllr. John O’Rourke, Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council. The dolmen dates from the neolithic period (4000 – 2500 BC) and is probably Wexford’s oldest standing structure. The Tomb consists of two large portal stones and a backstoneContinue reading “New dolmen trail opens”
Enniscorthy wishes the Roses well
By Dan Walsh in Enniscorthy Enniscorthy’s Market Square opened its friendliness for music, luscious red strawberries, and a warm welcome on the final day of the Wexford Rose Tour today (Sunday) and it was a festive occasion to match many of the memorable times in the town centre. Thirty-two Irish and international Roses were madeContinue reading “Enniscorthy wishes the Roses well”
Louisa wins the fashion stakes
By Dan Walsh at Wexford Racecourse It was Ladies Day at Friday evening’s Wexford races and there were plenty of fashion doing the rounds although the weather was misbehaving at times, but it was a pretty occasion of glamour, colour, social intercourse and good fun. The judge was celebrity fashion expert Marietta Doran, who admittedContinue reading “Louisa wins the fashion stakes”
New addition to Bree Hill Walking Trails
By Dan Walsh on Bree Hill Ballybrittas Dolmen, hiding low down on the western slope of Bree Hill, dates from around 1800 BC, and far and away the oldest man-made building in Co. Wexford and next Sunday it takes on a new identity when the Ballybrittas Dolman Trail is officially opened to the public. ItContinue reading “New addition to Bree Hill Walking Trails”
Enniscorthy music and food festival success
By Dan Walsh Enniscorthy’s latest and the best to date, Rockin’ Food & Fruit Festival has ended, leaving behind a trail of satisfied taste buds, joyful memories, and a harmonious blend of culinary and musical experiences. The festival was a resounding success, drawing in a diverse crowd that celebrated the fusion of flavours and music.Continue reading “Enniscorthy music and food festival success”
Family friendly success at Enniscorthy
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy The heat is turned off, the food shelves are bare, the giant Ferris Wheel is slowing down and the crowds have all gone home leaving a legacy of great memories from this year’s successful Rockin’ Food & Fruit Festival at Enniscorthy. The big talking point was the massive crowds inContinue reading “Family friendly success at Enniscorthy”
Gorey Town and District Park opens
By Dan Walsh at Gorey Town and District Park After many years of planning and controversy and delays mainly due to Covid 19, the magnificent community facilities at Gorey Town and District Park were officially opened today (Saturday) and in pleasant weather conditions large numbers, mostly family groups, were taking full advantage of Gorey’s latestContinue reading “Gorey Town and District Park opens”
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