About County Wexford

Situated in the south east corner of Ireland, Co. Wexford has a wonderful mix of mountainous scenery, river valleys and unspoiled sandy beaches. The Hook Lighthouse, Irish National Heritage Park and Dunbrody Famine Ship along with Wexford's many other tourist attractions, ensures that Wexford is a popular, year round destination.

National 1798 Visitor Centre
Enniscorthy, Co Wexford
Telephone: 00353 53 923 7596
Website: http://www.1798centre.com

Ireland’s most popular visitor attraction tells the story of the birth of popular democracy in Europe through a spectacular exhibition using state of the art audio-visual material, including interactive computers. Recipients of prestigious Interpret Award 1999, the centre is suitable for all the family. There is a Tourism Information Centre, Craft Shop and Restaurant on site. There is ample Car and Coach Parking.

Seasonal opening, please telephone for exact opening times.

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Ballymore Historic Features
Ballymore, Camolin, Co Wexford
Telephone: 00353 53 938 3189

Ballymore is an Award-winning family museum and includes picture gallery, farm display, 1798 exhibition and walk-about amongst heritage features, including period residence, farmyard church and graveyard, castle site and holy well. Groups are welcome by appointment from April.

Open Sundays only April 29 – June 30 from 2pm - 6pm
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 2pm – 6pm from July 2nd to September. Open on Bank Holiday Weekends.

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Wexford Arts Centre
Cornmarket, Wexford
Telephone: 00353 53 912 3764
Website: http://www.wexfordartscentre.ie
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Located in the 18th Century Cornmarket House in central Wexford, Wexford Arts Centre is a multi-disciplinary venue of professional art practice and local cultural initiatives. The centre is made up of two beautiful spacious exhibition areas and intimate Theatre.
We host a new exhibition every month and a range of plays, concerts and workshops. (Please check our website for latest details). D’Lush Café makes an ideal rendezvous for a lunch break or a pre-event with fine selection of wines. Wexford Arts Centre is open all year round from 10am to 6pm.

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Irish Agricultural Museum
Johnstown Castle, Wexford
Telephone: 00353 53 917 1247
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National Museum of Irish Agricult8ure and rural life boasting specialist exhibitions on Farm Transport and Horse Harness, Ferguson System, The Potato Famine the Great Famine (1845-47), Dairying, Rural Crafts, Farmhouse Furniture (120 pieces). The exhibition is all indoors and is wheelchair accessible in the main. The museum and our specialist bookshop are open all year round and the coffee shop is open in July and August only.

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Johnstown Castle
Murrintown, Co Wexford
Telephone: 00353 53 917 1247

Johnstown is a 19th Century turreted castle whose gardens contain a wide variety of trees and shrubs, exotic examples blend with native species in stunning setting that represents the best aspects of both a formal and a wild garden. A man-made lake with its particular flora and fauna adds to the appeal of this wonderful Wexford landmark.

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Yola Farmstead Folk Park
Tagoat, Rosslare Road,Wexford
Telephone: 00353 53 913 2610
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An 18th Century Farmstead featuring a restored Farmhouse, Forge, Schoolhouse, Working Mill, Thatched Cottage, mini Farm, Play Area, Aviary, Craft Shop and Granny’s Kitchen for wholesome food.

External museum is open daily May to October from 10am to 5pm and in April & November Monday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm

Yola is a state-sponsored heritage and genealogy centre.

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Irish National Heritage Park
Ferrycarrig, Wexford
Telephone: 00353 53 912 0733
Website: http://www.inhp.com
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In just one visit you can experience 9,000 years of Irish history in the fascinating setting of woodland, riverbank and native Irish dwellings. Discover how the Celtic, Norman and Viking settlers left their mark on the countryside. After this, tour through time, enjoy the traditional home-cooked food and Irish specialties of The Fulacht Fiadh Restaurant. Enjoy our Audio-Visual presentations and Guided Tours. Gift Shop also located on site.

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Dunbrody Famine Ship
New Ross, Co Wexford
Telephone: 00353 51 425 239
Website: http://www.dunbrody.com
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The Dunbrody is a full-scale reproduction of an 19th Century famine ship (three-masted Barque built in Quebec in 1845). Board the Dunbrody and walk in the footsteps of famine emigrants on their journey of hope across the Atlantic Ocean. Re-enactors bring history to life. A digital database of ships passenger lists records over 2 million individual passengers. Audio Visual and interactive displays trace the amazing success stories of the Kennedys, Henry Ford and Commodore Barry amongst others.

Open daily from April to September 9am – 6pm
October to March 10am - 5pm. Café, Tourist Information, Internet access and Gift-Shop on site.

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Kennedy Homestead
Dunganstown, New Ross, Co Wexford
Telephone: 00353 51 388 264
Website: http://www.kennedyhomestead.com
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Visit the birthplace of the late President John F Kennedy’s great-grandfather where you can enjoy an audio-visual presentation and guided tour, which takes visitors through the family history and historical setting of the Kennedy legacy. Patrick Grennan, a direct descendant of the Kennedy family, whose family have farmed the property at Dunganstown for seven generations, operates the homestead privately.

Open May, June and September – Monday to Friday 11.30am to 4.30pm
July and August – 7 days from 10.00am to 5.30pm

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John F Kennedy Arboretum
New Ross, Co Wexford
Telephone: 00353 51 388 171
Website: http://www.heritageireland.ie
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The arboretum contains a vast collection of trees and shrubs including rhododendrons, dwarf conifers, hedges and forest plots. It covers 252 hectares, with panoramic views, picnic areas, maze, play area, lake, tearoom / shop (seasonal), miniature railway (seasonal) and visitor centre with audio-visual. Open May – August from 10am to 8pm
April & September from 10am to 6.30pm
October – March from 10am – 5pm

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Tintern Abbey
Tintern, Saltmills, Co Wexford
Telephone: 00353 51 562 650

Cistercian Abbey founded c1200 by William, Earl of Marshall. A Visitor Centre operates from May to September with guided tours available on request. Tea Rooms, Exhibitions, Toilets and Car Park available.

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Duncannon Fort
Duncannon, Co Wexford
Telephone: 00353 51 389454
Website: http://www.thehook-wexford.com
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Duncannon Fort is a star shaped fortress built on a strategically important promontory in Waterford Harbour. Built in 1588 the Fort boasts many attractions today including a Maritime Museum, Cockleshells Arts Centre displaying works by local artists, Exhibitions, Artists Studio, Café and Craft Shop. Guided Tours are also available.
Open from June to September from 10.00am to 5.30pm and by appointment for the rest of the year.

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Dunbrody Abbey & Visitor Centre
Campile , Co Wexford
Telephone: 00353 51 38833
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Dunbrody Abbey is a 12th Century Cistercian Monastery and a visit is a must, also on site you can have fun in our full-sized Hedge Maze, Pitch and Putt Course, Textile Academy, Craft Shop and Tea Rooms. The Abbey is open as follows:
Every Sunday between 11am and 1pm during off season
11am to 5pm May, June and September
10am to 6pm during July and August

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Hook Lighthouse
Hook Head, Fathered-on-Sea, Co Wexford
Telephone: 00353 51/397054 / 5
Website: http://www.thehook-wexford.com
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The Hook is one of the oldest operational lighthouses in the world. Discover the medieval Tower of Hook; hear the legends of Dubhán, the 6th Century Welsh monk who is reputed to have established the first light of Hook Head. Wild and elemental, tranquil and scenic, enjoy the facilities in the former keeper’s house, which includes a first class café and craft shop.

Open daily from 9.30am to 5.30pm. Please contact the centre for low season times.

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