Rosslare Harbour Village Park and Gardens have been recognised by the Wexford Gardens Trail as worthy of being included in the guide of visitor attractions in the county. The Secret Garden is no longer secret! It is great that Rosslare Harbour can now boast the distinction of being a member of both the Wexford Walking TrailContinue reading “Rosslare Harbour gives up its Secret Garden!”
Category Archives: TOURISM
Active Tribe Courtown set to open soon
By Dan Walsh The former Courtown Adventure & Leisure Centre has found new owners, and will be renamed Active Tribe Courtown, however, the price paid by new owners Active Tribe has not been disclosed, but reliable sources claim the complex was sold for more than €1 million. Active Tribe Courtown is expected to open in the comingContinue reading “Active Tribe Courtown set to open soon”
Story of 1798 rebellion told at Enniscorthy
By Dan Walsh One of the major visitor attractions in the south-east is the National 1798 Rebellion Centre at Enniscorthy and having emerged from the Covid-19 lockdown the doors to history are open again and visitors are welcome. The Centre had been threatened with sale of the property to a local businessman, thankfully the saleContinue reading “Story of 1798 rebellion told at Enniscorthy”
Reading about the Cistercians!
By Dan Walsh Founded in 1210, Dunbrody Abbey is one of the finest examples of a Cistercian monastery in Ireland and today the abbey features a modern visitor centre and has plenty to offer visitors at Campile. Dunbrody Abbey and Visitor Centre is built on the site of one of the most impressive of ruinedContinue reading “Reading about the Cistercians!”
Bumper weekend starts at Morriscastle
By Dan Walsh Large numbers are flocking to Morriscastle for the June Bank Holiday weekend and to avoid car parking problems like those unexpectedly experienced recently a new green field free public carpark capable of safely holding 350/400 vehicles opens on Saturday morning on a 2.5-acre site generously provided by local landowner Chris Hammel closeContinue reading “Bumper weekend starts at Morriscastle”
Easing congestion at Cahore Pier
By Dan Walsh With the June Bank Holiday looming, and the weather forecast favourable for outdoor pursuits, positive efforts are being made to avoid last week’s traffic chaos at Cahore Pier. Cllr Mary Farrell has announced a temporary solution to some of the parking problems at the popular North Wexford resort. “I have been workingContinue reading “Easing congestion at Cahore Pier”
Keeping it green and clean this summer
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council is seeking the public’s help in ensuring the county’s beaches, parks and beauty spots are amongst the cleanest in Ireland this summer, as the local authority launches a new waste and litter prevention campaign titled Green Your Picnic. Cathaoirleach of Wexford County Council, Cllr Ger Carthy told WexfordLocal.com; “TheContinue reading “Keeping it green and clean this summer”
Who wants to live beside the seaside?
By Dan Walsh Yesterday (Sunday) was the hottest day of the year…so far…and with a small slice of freedom from the 15-month shackles of Covid-19 it was a tonic to inhale fresh air and feel good in mental and physical health. But the sunshine brings with it -so many problems, especially in relation to coastalContinue reading “Who wants to live beside the seaside?”
Duty Free shopping returns on Rosslare ferries
By Dan Walsh With the easing of lockdown restrictions, and a hope that international tourist travel will resume shortly, Stena Line is anticipating a busy summer. And after a 21-year absence, duty-free shopping onboard Stena Line’s ferries will now be available following Brexit. Meanwhile, sailings between Rosslare Europort and Fishguard remain suspended as the StenaContinue reading “Duty Free shopping returns on Rosslare ferries”
Wexford has most Beach Awards in Leinster
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council retains Blue Flag status for five beaches and both marinas awarded in 2020, however, Ballymoney North Beach awarded in 2020 has not retained Blue Flag status for the 2021 season. The beach has been classified as achieving a Good Water Quality rating in 2020 based on the assessment ofContinue reading “Wexford has most Beach Awards in Leinster”
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