10 Historic Sites in County Wexford That You Shouldn't Miss

January 3, 2022 Emerita Lamoureux

Discover the best top things to do in County Wexford, Ireland including Colclough Walled Garden, Kennedy Homestead, Ballyhack Castle, Westgate Heritage Tower, Tintern Abbey, Hook Lighthouse, Ferns Castle, Loftus Hall, Selskar Abbey, The Bull Ring.
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1. Colclough Walled Garden

Tintern Abbey, Saltmills Ireland +353 83 306 4159 [email protected] http://colcloughwalledgarden.com/
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Colclough Walled Garden

Reviewed By 212gert

Beautiful gardens - only reopened following Covid 19 shutdown. Sadly no vegetables but the rest of the garden beautiful full of flowers and fruit. The walk from the car park was a little far for my mother,but she was willingly given a seat in the garden despite all the benches being closed off. After a lovely stroll around the garden. I was allowed drive back to garden to collect my mother as the walk around was enough for her poor knees. Friendly helpful staff- grateful they were so obliging.

2. Kennedy Homestead

Dunganstown, New Ross Ireland +353 51 388 264 [email protected] http://www.kennedyhomestead.ie/
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4.5 based on 240 reviews

Kennedy Homestead

Reviewed By Barranman

Loved this place staff were very friendly and informative.Great to see the old homestead where jfk had famous tea party.Museum is full of Kennedy artifacts and information. Really worth a visit, top class place lovely to meet Patrick kennedy too who was so very generious with his time.

3. Ballyhack Castle

Ballyhack Castle Off R733 Ireland +353 51 389 468
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4.5 based on 56 reviews

Ballyhack Castle

4. Westgate Heritage Tower

Spawell Road Ireland
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4.5 based on 5 reviews

Westgate Heritage Tower

5. Tintern Abbey

Saltmills, New Ross, Wexford Ireland +353 51 562 650 http://www.heritageireland.ie
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4.5 based on 499 reviews

Tintern Abbey

Founded in 1200 AD by William, the Earl Marshall, this historic complex consists of a nave, chancel, chapel and cloister.

Reviewed By amandatallullah - New Ross, Ireland

As a local .. would really recommend for walking .. good 3km circuit through wooded areas and down by river. Tranquil and beautiful. Gravelled does not muddy paths. Inclines so good to get the heart rate moving. Good parking ... cafe on site and pub within walking distance in Saltmills.

6. Hook Lighthouse

Hook Head Lighthouse Hook Head New Ross, Fethard On Sea Y34 KD93 Ireland +353 51 397 055 [email protected] http://www.hookheritage.ie
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4.5 based on 1,599 reviews

Hook Lighthouse

Hook Lighthouse, the oldest operational lighthouse in the world. 800 Years of lighthouse keeping. The Visitor center at Hook Lighthouse offers guided tours of the lighthouse tower, a 13th Century Norman structure, built by William Marshal, the Earl of Pembroke, as part of the development of his Lordship of Leinster, Guided tours of the lighthouse, culminating with the spectacular view from the balcony, operate every day, the visitor centre houses a first class gift shop and there is a cafe which has seafood specials and home baking. There is a free to view Maritime Exhibition centre with Coast Guard memorabilia and information on the Whales and Dolphins which are often spotted from the Coastline.Parking is free and The Lighthouse grounds have picnic tables and free games for all to enjoy and Relax by the Sea. In clear weather you can see for miles and in a storm the spray often reaches the top of the lighthouse! Social Enterprise Community Tourism Project Thank you for your reviews

Reviewed By 791noelc - Wexford, Ireland

Absolutely brilliant well worth a visit to this historical haven tour guides brilliant especially ms tweedy great shop and restaurant amazing place

7. Ferns Castle

The Square, Ferns, Enniscorthy Y21 D892 Ireland +353 53 936 6411 http://www.heritageireland.ie/en/south-east/fernscastle/
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4.5 based on 303 reviews

Ferns Castle

The castle was built in the 13th century, possibly by William, Earl Marshall. Originally, the castle formed a square, with large corner towers. Only half of the castle now remains.

Reviewed By Castleannesley19

We were 5 family members from 24 to 88 yrs 3 visiting from Marseille France and we had a wonderful visit to Ferns Castle, we wish to thank our guide John and the staff at Ferns for their excellent welcome. We were thoroughly engaged in the story of the castle, the area and the history of ireland painted beautifully in words by our host John. We would highly recommend visiting this small but exceptional heritage site brought to life by the passionate and knowledgeable staff. Murray Murphy Perez family

8. Loftus Hall

Hook Head Ireland +353 51 397 728 [email protected] http://www.loftushall.ie
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4.0 based on 793 reviews

Loftus Hall

Visit Loftus Hall and take a tour of this abandoned haunted house with a dark and trouble history. Let our tour guides take you through the ground floor on a 45 minute interactive tour where they will relate the grim and often gruesome history of Loftus Hall including it's notorious visitor. Full details of opening times and availability + online booking can be found on our website. Also available: Cafe, Gift Shop. Walled Gardens, Wheelchair accessible, Free Wi-Fi, Parking andToilet facilities

Reviewed By 712kristinaw - Dublin, Ireland

We visited Loftus Hall the 15th of August and had a great time.The tour was fab and our tour guide;a young man,was very entertaining and knowledgeable.It is certainly a special place and a haunting feeling when you go inside.We found it very interesting and loved the history of Loftus Hall.We recommend a visit here but hurry as it’s up for sale so only a limited time left to go on a tour!

9. Selskar Abbey

Off Temperance Row at Westgate St. Ireland
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3.5 based on 17 reviews

Selskar Abbey

10. The Bull Ring

Off N. Main St. Ireland
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3.5 based on 13 reviews

The Bull Ring

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