Culturally significant and historic Wexford bridge closes due to safety concerns

A bridge in Wexford has been forced to close... The bridge, located in Courtown Woods, has been forced to close down temporarily due to "health and safety concerns." This timber bridge was once an Iron spiked bridge which workers on Lord Courtown’s estate used. "Unfortunately, due to health and safety concerns Coillte have taken the …

Newly-made walk to Ballybrittas Portal Tomb opens to the public

Wexford walkers and heritage enthusiasts have been given access to an incredible Archaeological Monument on the southern slopes of Bree Hill… Ballybrittas Portal Tomb is now ready and waiting to be viewed by the public in all its glorious splendour. The Tomb was magnificently constructed in the Neolithic era, (the New Stone Age) by some of Wexford’s …

Five Of Wexford’s Nicest Walks You Should Do This Christmas

Christmas is coming up and although the weather may be getting colder, there can be nothing better than getting out into the fresh air... With that in mind, we've decided to put together an article highlighting some of Wexford's nicest walks you should try over this Festive period. Carrigrua hill, Ballyoughter, Gorey  Carrigrua Hill hill …

The Top Five Walks You Need To Try Around The New Ross District In 2022

In previous articles, we looked at some of the best walks around the Gorey, Enniscorthy, and Wexford districts. Here, we look at the top five walks in and around the New Ross district. No. 5) Slieve Coiltia walk Slieve Coiltia hill dominates the landscape Park in the first car park you can find on the left-hand …

Five Good Walks In And Around Wexford District You Need To Try In 2022

So far, we've given you the top five walks around Gorey and the top five walks around Enniscorthy... In this article, our attention now turns to Wexford town and its surrounding areas. No 5: Wexford town A walk around Wexford town centre itself is a really cool walk to do. Our county capital is full …

Five Best Walks Around Enniscorthy You Should Try In 2022

Looking for something to do around Enniscorthy? Looking for something to pass the time, or are you here in Wexford on a little trip? Well, after our piece on the five best walks around Gorey, we decided to write another informative piece on the best walking trails around. Here, we look at five of the …

Five Walks Around Gorey You Really Need To Try In 2022

Looking for something to do around Gorey? Looking for something to pass the time, or are you here in Wexford on a little trip? Here, we look at five of the best walks you could do around Gorey. No.5 - Ballinoulart Beach. Ballinoulart beach, near the village of Kilmuckridge, is an absolutely stunning beach. The …

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