The Bull Ring
North Main Street
Wexford
County Wexford
Republic of Ireland
The Bull Ring is Wexford’s main town square and is named after the bull baiting that took place here in the 17th century. It is particularly famous as the place where the first declaration of the Irish Republic was made in 1798, to which a statue in the square is dedicated. Today a market takes place in this central Wexford location.
North Main Street
Wexford
County Wexford
Republic of Ireland
The Bull Ring is Wexford’s main town square and is named after the bull baiting that took place here in the 17th century. It is particularly famous as the place where the first declaration of the Irish Republic was made in 1798, to which a statue in the square is dedicated. Today a market takes place in this central Wexford location.
Irish National Heritage Park
Ferrycarrig
Wexford
County Wexford
Republic of Ireland
Tel: +353 (0)53 912 4699
The Irish National Heritage Park is a 35-acre living-history park set on the banks of the River Slaney just outside of Wexford town. Providing visitors with an insight into Irish history from the Stone Age to the Norman invasion, guided tours bring the park to life and are popular with both children and adults alike. There is also a nature trail and interpretive centre.
Ferrycarrig
Wexford
County Wexford
Republic of Ireland
Tel: +353 (0)53 912 4699
The Irish National Heritage Park is a 35-acre living-history park set on the banks of the River Slaney just outside of Wexford town. Providing visitors with an insight into Irish history from the Stone Age to the Norman invasion, guided tours bring the park to life and are popular with both children and adults alike. There is also a nature trail and interpretive centre.
Selskar Abbey
Wexford
County Wexford
Republic of Ireland
Dating from the 12th century, Selskar Abbey has been the site of many synods and parliaments throughout Irish history and saw the signing of the first Anglo-Irish treaty in 1169. It is also reputedly the place where King Henry II did his penance for ordering the murder of Archbishop Thomas à Becket in 1172.
Wexford
County Wexford
Republic of Ireland
Dating from the 12th century, Selskar Abbey has been the site of many synods and parliaments throughout Irish history and saw the signing of the first Anglo-Irish treaty in 1169. It is also reputedly the place where King Henry II did his penance for ordering the murder of Archbishop Thomas à Becket in 1172.
Westgate Heritage Tower
Spawell Road
Wexford
County Wexford
Republic of Ireland
Tel: +353 (0)53 914 6506
Constructed in the 13th century by Sir Stephen Devereux on instructions from King Henry to guard the approach to Wexford town, Westgate Heritage Tower presents a number of artefacts, restored guards’ accommodation and cells and a 30 minute audiovisual display. The heritage tower offers visitors the chance to explore and discover something about the past of the town of Wexford.
Spawell Road
Wexford
County Wexford
Republic of Ireland
Tel: +353 (0)53 914 6506
Constructed in the 13th century by Sir Stephen Devereux on instructions from King Henry to guard the approach to Wexford town, Westgate Heritage Tower presents a number of artefacts, restored guards’ accommodation and cells and a 30 minute audiovisual display. The heritage tower offers visitors the chance to explore and discover something about the past of the town of Wexford.
Wexford Walking Tours
3 Priory Court
Spawell Road
Wexford
County Wexford
Republic of Ireland
Tel: +353 (0)53 914 5520
Walking tours of Wexford’s ancient streets and buildings are becoming increasingly popular with visitors and are without doubt the best way to explore the town. All tours depart from outside the tourist information office on the town quay. The various walking tours cover a variety of topics including a spooky ghost tour.
3 Priory Court
Spawell Road
Wexford
County Wexford
Republic of Ireland
Tel: +353 (0)53 914 5520
Walking tours of Wexford’s ancient streets and buildings are becoming increasingly popular with visitors and are without doubt the best way to explore the town. All tours depart from outside the tourist information office on the town quay. The various walking tours cover a variety of topics including a spooky ghost tour.