ENNISCORTHY
CO. WEXFORD
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1. Enniscorthy Town
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2. Transport
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3. Property Market & Places to Stay
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4. Business & Service Facilities
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5. Childcare, Education & Children’s Facilities
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6. Adult Education
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7. Healthcare
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8. Shops and Shopping Centres
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9. Dining Out
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10. Entertainment
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11. Community & Sporting Activities
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12. Sports Clubs
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13. Cultural landmarks & Places of Interest
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14. Churches & Places of Worship
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15. Appendices
Appendix A – Transport Information
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Appendix B – Healthcare
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Appendix C – Dining Out
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Appendix D – Entertainment & Nightlife
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Appendix E – Shops & Shopping Centres
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Appendix F – Sports Clubs
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Appendix G – Banking Facilities
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Enniscorthy (often referred to as the ‘Model County’) is nestled in the sunny
Southeast in County Wexford. It is located in the Slaney Valley, on the banks of the
river Slaney. The County is renowned for its warm climate, scenic mountains,
valleys, rivers, and beaches spanning 200 km of coastline.
Enniscorthy is situated 20 kilometers north west of Wexford town and 122 kilometres
south of Dublin on the N11. Neighbouring towns include Blackwater, Bunclody,
Cahore, Duncannon, Enniscorthy, Ferns, Fethard on Sea, Gorey, Hook Head, Kilmore
Quay, New Ross, Rosslare and Wexford Town.
The name Enniscorthy means ' island of the Corthaige' a people who lived there in the
4th and 5th century. It is an old Norman settlement and a town steeped in history and
culture. It was the object of many attacks in the centuries following the AngloNorman invasion and a storm centre of the 1798 Rising, and is overlooked by the old
1798 battle site of Vinegar Hill. On the west bank of the river, the Gothic church of
Saint Aidans reminds us that Enniscorthy is the Cathedral town of the county. This
church was designed by Pugin in 1847.
Enniscorthy is a market town with a growing population of approximately 8,964 and
offers amenities such as Golf clubs, Greyhound Racing and a Swimming Pool &
Leisure Complex in Templeshannon. Dominating the town is the Norman Castle,
Enniscorthy Castle which was completed in 1205 and was the site of many fierce
battles. Today, it houses the County Wexford Museum, which contains thousands of
items of memorabilia from events such as the 1798 rebellion, the battle at Vinegar
Hill and the 1916 rising.
Close to the town there are beaches, forest and river walks as well as ancient Dolmens
and Bronze Age remains. Enniscorthy has a well developed crafts industry with
companies such as Kiltrea Bridge Pottery offering hand crafted garden, patio and
conservatory pots. Bellefield Design offers a variety of handmade goods from handturned lamps and tables in native hardwoods to bean bags, rosettes and reflective
wear. Picture framing is also available for that special photograph, painting or
tapestry.
Enniscorthy and its neighbouring towns offer services and facilities that should suit
most requirements. These are outlined in the following pages. The Appendices at the
end of this document provides contact details for a range of services available in
Enniscorthy and the surrounding areas such as transport, healthcare, dining out,
entertainment, sports clubs and shopping. This list does not mean to be exhaustive
but intends to give an insight into what’s available. It is important to note that this
information is as up to date as possible. However, you are advised to contact the
service you wish to utilise beforehand to ensure they are still in operation.
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Travelling to & from Enniscorthy
Irish Ferries and Stena Line directly service the South East region via the Rosslare
Europort, while Dublin, Cork and Shannon airports are all within easy reach. There
is a network of coach, rail and car rental services to assist you in getting around the
region.
Main routes: Enniscorthy is served by the following major routes:
o To Dublin: N4, R111, N11; 76 miles (122 kilometers).
Journey may take approx 1 hour 50 minutes
o To Belfast: N11, N31, R131, N1, M1, N52, N1, A1, A12; 117.3 miles (285.343
kilometers). Journey may take approx 3 hours 52 minutes
o To Cork: N30, R700, N25, N8; 112,1 miles (180.41 kilometres).
Journey may take approx 2 hours 45 mins.
o To Galway: N11, N80, N9, N80, R445, N7, N62, N52, R489, N65, N6, R336;
149.2 miles (240.11 kilometres). Journey may take approx 3 hours 35 minutes
Miles from Dublin (76); Belfast (117.3); Cork (112.1); Galway (149.2).
Travelling by Car (Approximate distances)
Enniscorthy to:
Wexford Town
Blackwater
Bunclody
Duncannon
Ferns
Gorey
Kilmore Quay
New Ross
Rosslare
14.1 Miles
11.4 miles
12 miles
30.5 miles
7.2 miles
17.9 miles
27.2 miles
20.4 miles
25.1 miles
22.69 kilometres
18.35 kilometres
19.31 kilometres
49.08kilometers
11.59 kilometres
28.81 kilometres
43.77 kilometres
32.83 kilometres
40.39 kilometres
19 mins
22 mins
17 mins
55 mins
9 mins
23 mins
42 mins
31 mins
33 mins
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Travelling by Bus
Bus Eireann provide services to County Wexford from Dublin and Waterford. There
are also private bus companies that provide services from Dublin. For sample Bus
Eireann Timetables and details of Private Coach Services (please refer to Appendix A
at the end of this document).
Travelling by Air
From Dublin airport or any regional airport in Ireland, you will need to drive or utilise
either coach or rail services to reach Enniscorthy. Sample details of Dublin Airport
Sample flight and Bus Aras transfers can be found in Appendix A.
Distance to/from Regional Airports (by car)
Enniscorthy to Dublin Airport; 80.5 miles (129.55 Kilometres)
Journey may take approx 1 hour 57 minutes
Enniscorthy to Cork Airport; 115.9 miles (186.52 Kilometres)
Journey may take approx 2 hours 47 minutes
Enniscorthy to Galway Airport; 145 miles (233.35 kilometres)
Journey may take approx 3 hours 30 minutes
Enniscorthy to Shannon Airport: 128.7 miles (201.7 kilometres)
Journey may take approx 2 hours 58 minutes
Enniscorthy to Belfast International Airport, Antrim; 184.3 miles (296.60
Kilometres). Journey may take approx 4 hours 7 minutes.
Travelling by Rail
The Dublin / Rosslare Harbour line serves County Wexford with stations at Gorey,
Enniscorthy, Wexford, Rosslare Strand and Rosslare Harbour. For further
information on rail services telephone: 01 8366222 (Dublin) or 053 33114 (Wexford).
Sample Iarnόd Eireann Timetables can be found in Appendix A.
Travelling by Sea
Rosslare Harbour (in the south- east of the county) operates Ireland's Europort with
direct access to the U.K. and Continental Europe through the ports of Fishguard and
Pembroke Dock in the U.K. and through Cherbourg and Le Harve in France.
For more information, contact Rosslare Ferry Port: 053 33592.
Stena Line, Rosslare Harbour – Telephone 01 6610511
Enniscorthy to Rosslare Harbour - 25.1 miles (40.39 kilometres).
Journey may take approx 33 minutes.
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Enniscorthy to Dun Laoghaire - 68.5 miles (110.24 kilometres).
Journey may take approx 1 hour 34 minutes.
Car Rental Agencies
Budget - Airports Car Hire:
(Car hire at Dublin, Shannon, Cork, Belfast, Knock, Galway and
Kerry Airports and major Cities throughout Ireland) www.budget-ireland.com
Auto Rentals
Wexford Town
053 23917
Budget Rent A Car
Terminal, Rosslare Harbour 053 33318
Travelling within Enniscorthy
There is no requirement for a local bus services within Enniscorthy as it is easily
accessible by foot to get around. There are regular CIE bus services to the
surrounding areas and a private Shuttle bus service every hour.
For Local Bus Services, contact the Information Point 19/98 Centre 054-37596 in
Enniscorthy
Taxi Companies
Michael Doyle
Enniscorthy Cabs
Michael McGrath
Enniscorthy
The Duffry, Enniscorthy
52 Irish St., Enniscorthy
054 35620
054 36666
054 33975
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There is a wide selection of properties available in the County of Wexford consisting
of old established properties, new developments and sites.
There are Estate Agents that can assist you in locating the property of your choice.
Keane & Curran, Auctioneers and Estate Agents, Duffry Hill, Enniscorthy, Tel: 05438960 Fax: 054-38861 Keane & Curran Auctioneers and Estate Agents are a fully
independent firm located in Enniscorthy town, in the heart of County Wexford. They
offer a wide range of property services and mortgage advice covering the entire
county. Web: http://www.keaneandcurran.ie. This Estate Agent is solely given as an
example and should not be taken as having preference over any other Estate Agents in
Enniscorthy or its neighbouring towns.
In Enniscorthy:
2 Bedroomed House,
Enniscorthy
Price Region: €142,000
3 Bedroomed House
Riverwood, Carleysbridge, Enniscorthy
Price Region: €170,000
2 Bedroomed House
Oakwood, The Paddock, Enniscorthy
Price Region: €175,000
4 Bedroomed House
Ashgrove, The Paddock, Enniscorthy
Price Region: €180,000
3 bedroomed Dormer Bungalow
on c.0.5 ac. Rathfylane, Caim,
Enniscorthy, Price Region: €210,000
Surrounding Areas:
2 Bed Bungalow
Strawberry Hill, (New Development)
Bunclody, Co. Wexford
Price Region: €159,000
4 Bedroomed Detached House
Blackwater, Co. Wexford
Price Region: €400,000
4 Bedroomed Penthouse
Dunbrody Wharf, New Ross, Co. Wexford
Region €225,000
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The following are examples of sites that were recently advertised within Wexford;
Enniscorthy
Springvale, Ballycarney, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Site c.0.6 acres Price Region: €75,000
Monagear, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
c. 1 acre site Price Region: €80,000
Surrounding Areas
Johnstown, Bunclody , Co.Wexford - magnificent views
c. 3/4 Acre: Price Region: €70,000.00
c.0.8 Acre: Price Region: €60,000.00.
Ballygarret, Gorey, Co. Wexford
c. 0.75 Acre site Price Region: €85,000
Ballymurn, Wexford
c.2 acre site Price Region: €85,000
Forth Mountain, Wexford
2 sites of c. 0.75 ac. each, for sale subject to planning permission.
Price Region:
€60,000 each
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Rental income varies in price according to size and location of property. The
following are samples of rental properties recently advertised on the market.
Enniscorthy
2 Bedroomed Semi
Fully Furnished
€640 per month
Surrounding Areas
2 Bedroomed House - Fully furnished
Cromwell’s Fort Grove, Mulgannon
€675 per month
3 Bedroomed House - Fully furnished
Kennedy Park, Wexford
€670 per month
4 Bedroomed Bungalow - Fully furnished
Ballynaclash, Blackwater, Wexford, ¾ acre
€750 per month
3 Bedroomed Bungalow Fully furnished
Ballnamona, The Ballagh, Wexford ¾ acre
€730 per month
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There are a wide selection of hotels and guest houses available in Wexford and the
surrounding areas. The following are some samples of what is available but is by no
means a full list.
HOTELS
Enniscorthy
Pines Country House Hotel ; Camolin Park, Camolin,
Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford. Tel : +353(0)54 83600 Email :
thepineshotel@eircom.net.
Top class accommodation with leisure facilities, Pony trekking onsite, local golf and
Quads. Close to Courtown Harbour, Curradae beach. Located amongst the woods of
Camolin Park. Great Mediterranean cuisine. 1 mile camolin village, 7 miles Gorey
town, 9 miles Courtown Harbour, 14 miles Curradoe beach, 11 miles Enniscorthy.
Treacy's Hotel ; Templeshannon, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: +353 (0)54 37798 Email : info@treacyshotel.com
Situated in the heart of Enniscorthy, Treacy’s hotel is in the
ideal spot for recreation and relaxation. Each of the tastefully appointed bedrooms
present luxury to the highest standard.
RIVERSIDE PARK HOTEL, The Promenade, Enniscorthy,
County Wexford
The Riverside Park Hotel, 3 Star Bord Fáilte approved luxury
Accommodation with riverside location. It is close to the National 1798 visitor
centre, golf course and is the perfect touring base. The Riverside Park is sited on the
banks of the River Slaney. It comprises of one gourmet restaurant, 2 bars and 60
ensuite bedrooms.
MURPHY FLOODS HOTEL, 27 Main Street, Enniscorthy,
County Wexford, Tel: 054 33413 Fax 054 33413
Family run hotel with excellent restaurant. Facilities include
room service, bar food, late suppers and a night porter service. The hotel caters for
functions and trade fairs.
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Surrounding Areas
Cedar Lodge Hotel, Carrigbyrne, Newbawn, Wexford.
Tel : +353 (0)51 428386 Email : cedarlodge@eircom.net
Cedar Lodge is a Grade A Three Star Deluxe Country Hotel and
Restaurant. Cedar Lodge is located in Newross, County Wexford, Ireland. It is 22km
from Wexford town and approximately 32km from the ferry port at Rosslare Harbour.
The Hotel is only one and a half hours drive from Dublin and ninety minutes from
Wales by ferry to Rosslare Ferry Port.
Killiane Castle, Drinagh, Wexford
Tel : +353 (0)53 58885 Email : killianecastle@yahoo.com
4 Star AA approved. A 17th century house adjoining a 14th
century castle. Situated between Wexford and Rosslare near sandy beaches and a
choice of golf courses. Facilities include : Light meals, Tea/Coffee making room, T.V.
in bedrooms, Tennis Court, Farm Walks. Nearby there are 3 - 18-hole golf courses,
Riding Stables and numerous Blue Flag beaches. Adjacent to: Rosslare, Hook Head,
Johnstown Castle, Irish National Heritage Park.
Dunbrody Country House Hotel & Restaurant ;
Arthurstown,New Ross, Co. Wexford, Ireland, Tel: +353 (0)51
389 600, Fax: +353 (0)51 389 601 Email: dunbrody@indigo.ie
A historic Georgian house offers a good location for
business meetings, small conferences, launches and incentive travel programmes. All
superior bedrooms and suites overlook magnificent gardens.
Ferrycarrig Hotel ; Ferrycarrig Hotel, Ferrycarrig Bridge,
Wexford, Ireland. Tel: +353 53 20999 Low call: 1890 51 61 71
Fax: +353 (0)53 20982 Email: ferrycarrig@griffingroup.ie
Has sweeping views across the River Slaney Estuary.
Facilities include a 5 Star health and fitness club. Part owners St Helen's Bay Golf
Club. Amenities: Programme for the Over 55s , Massage & Beauty Treatments ,
Take a virtual tour of Ferrycarrig Hotel , See our full programme of children's
activities , See details of conference facilities.
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Hotel Rosslare ; Hotel Rosslare, Rosslare Harbour, Co. Wexford,
Ireland. Tel: +353 (0)53 33110 Lo-call: 1890-339000 Fax: +353
(0)53 33386 E-mail: info@hotelrosslare.ie
A short drive from 6 golf courses, beaches, angling, horse
riding and Wexford Town. Bedrooms enjoy sea views and all are en-suite with
Direct Dial Telephone, TV and tea and coffee making facilities.
Kelly's Resort Hotel ; Rosslare, Co. Wexford
Tel: 053-32114 Fax: 053-32222 Web: info@kellys.ie
Kelly’s can provide the ideal setting for a most memorable holiday.
Amenities: two indoor/outdoor tennis courts, squash court, new indoor golf practicing area,
table tennis, snooker, badminton, bowls, jogging track and Aqua Club.
Talbot Hotel ; Trinity Street, Wexford, Ireland.
Telephone : +353 53 22566 Fax : 050 53 23377
Email : sales@talbothotel.ie
The Talbot Hotel, boasts a spacious new lobby that includes soft
furnishings, warm colours and welcoming smiles that will greet you when you enter this
beautifully inspired modern hotel. Penthouse Suite and 132 Luxurious bedrooms, most of
which command panoramic views of the sea. Amenities: Conference and syndicate rooms
which have hosted major national and international conferences.
Whitford House Hotel: Health & Leisure Club, New Line Road, Wexford, Ireland.
Telephone 00 353 53 43444, Email : info@whitford.ie
Family run hotel. All guest rooms are en-suite with remote control multi-channel
television, international direct-dial telephones, hairdryers tea/coffee making facilities,
iron and trouser press as standard. Amenities: Conferences, Christmas Parties, 21st
Birthdays and Private Parties are all catered for.
Whites Hotel ; Georges Street, Wexford, Co Wexford,
Ireland. Tel 353 -(0)53-22311, Fax 353 -(0)53-45000,
whitegrp@iol.ie
Modern hotel with conference centre catering for up to 500 people, health and fitness
club. Great food. Superior three star Hotel. Established since 1779, located in the
heart of Wexford town, just 20km from Rosslare Ferryport. 82 modern En-suite
Bedrooms. Cosy lounge Bar and Old World Style Public Bar. Health & Fitness
Centre.
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B & B/Guest Houses
Enniscorthy
Laurel Cottage B&B , Moneytucker, New Ross Road, Enniscorthy. Family
run B&B. Private tours of local area available. Evening meals on request.
Tel : +353 (0)54 44362
Email : breedab@gofree.indigo.ie
Surrounding Area:
Ashley Lodge B&B ; Ballycowan, Tagoat, just 5 km from Rosslare Harbour.
Tel : +353 (0)53 31991 Email : ashleylodgetagoat@hotmail.com
Approved B&B accommodation. All rooms en-suite.
Carrig House ; The Cross, Carrig, between Newross and Wexford
Town. 20 miles from Rosslare. Great tourist area. Rates from 26 euro.
Tel : +353 (0)51 561101
Email : info@bandbwexford.com
Ferrycarrig Lodge; located at Ferrycarrig Road, Wexford. Family run
Bed & Breakfast for Tourists and Professionals. Overlooking River Slaney.
Tel : +353 (0)53 42605 Email : ferrycarrig@wexford-accommodation.com
Hilltown House B&B; Located at Hilltown House, Hilltown, Ballymitty, Co
Wexford. Family run. Quiet Country House. Friendly atmosphere. All rooms en suite.
Home baking. Tel : +353 (0)51 561458. Email: catherinegalvin@eircom.net
Quay House, Kilmore Quay. Approved 3 Star Guesthouse.
Excellent facilities, with restaurant. Thatched cottage for rent.
Tel : +353 (0)53 29988
Email : quayplaice@eircom.net
Self Catering
There are also a number of self-catering houses in Enniscorthy which may be rented
on a weekly basis. These vary in price according to size and location from €300-€500
per week. They supply the following: Bed Linen Supplied Free, Oil Fired Central
Heating, Open Fire, Colour Television, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washing Machine,
Tumble Dryer, Towels Supplied Free. Details can be provided upon request from the
Local Tourist Offices.
Warren Farm Guest Cottages, Whitechurch, New Ross, Co. Wexford
4 Self Catering farm cottages. Quiet rural area with sweeping views of Barrow Valley.
Tel : +353 (0)51 388111
Email : warrenfarm@eircom.net
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Useful contact details for Enniscorthy
Train station
Bus Éireann
Iarnród Éireann
Garda Station
Bank of Ireland
AIB
Wexford County Enterprise Board
Tourist Information
(054) 33488
(01) 8366111
http://www.buseireann.ie/
(1850) 366222
or
(01) 8366222
http://www.irishrail.ie/
(054) 33534
(054) 33158
(054) 33163
(053) 22965
(054) 34699
The South-East has a strong base of indigenous industries. There are approx 18,000
Enterprise Ireland client companies across the Region. Enniscorthy along with its
neighbouring towns provides a range of facilities for both the businessperson and
resident alike.
There are conference facilities available for businesses in the following locations:
The Irish National Heritage Park.
Fulacht Fiadh Restaurant
AV Room
Facilities: Available January to December
Theatre – seating capacity for 60 people
Banquet Room – seating capacity for 80 people
Cocktail Room – seating capacity for 300 people
Boardroom – seating capacity for 20 people
Onsite catering available
Curracloe Tavern – Conference Centre/Organisers
Curracloe, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: 053- 37308
Conference facilities are also available in some of Enniscorthy’s hotels – please refer
to the Hotel section for further information.
Financial Institutions
Enniscorthy and the surrounding areas are well serviced for financial institutions. A
list of banks can be found in Appendix G. Locals in Enniscorthy can avail of local
Credit Union Services. The following are available:
ACC Bank Plc
Castle Hill, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: 054-33007
Web: http://www.accbank.ie
Ballmurn Credit Unions,
Credit Union House, Ballymun, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
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Tel: 054-33835 Fax: 054-33613
Local Services
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Ballymurn Car Valeting Service
Ballina, Ballymurn, Enniscorthy ph 087 2964208
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Michael Doyle Mechanic
Gurteen, Templeshambo, Enniscorthy ph 054 88842/087 6745551
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Pro Floor Fitting Service (Timber Floors, Ceramic Tiles, Carpentry)
36 Father Murphy Park, Enniscorthy ph 054 37552/087 2923239
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John David Building Contractor (extensions, renovations, plastering, roofing)
22 Sean Brown Park, Enniscorthy ph 054 37014/086 8121724
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Beechdale Garden Centre, Moneytucker, Clonroche, Enniscorthy ph
054 44271
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Home & Garden DIY Centre, Lymington Road, Car Park, Enniscorthy
ph 054 34377
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Reid Removal Company, McDermott St Gorey ph 055 30712/087 9561260
Jimmy Byrne Driving School, Clonegal, Enniscorthy, Tel: 086-8211531
Other Contact Details in Ennisorthy
District Vetinary Office
Vineager Hill, Templeshannon, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford.
Tel: 054-42008
Teagasc
Advisory and Training for Rural Development
Dublin Road
Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: 054-33332 Fax: 054-33830
Enniscorthy Centre for the Unemployed
Captain Water Hall
Spring Valley, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: 054- 36497
Fax: 054-36499
Department of Social and Family Affairs: Enniscorthy 054-42900
Car Parking in Enniscorthy
There are several small Pay Parking Bays available in Enniscorthy. The majority of
these are attached to the supermarkets.
Enniscorthy Local Newspapers
The Enniscorthy Echo,
Enniscorthy Guardian
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County Wexford has a selection of childcare, recreational and educational facilities
for children. For those residing in Enniscorthy, there is a selection of educational
facilities locally:
Montessori School
Hillmount Montessori School located in Hillmount House, Ballindaggin,
Enniscorthy Tel: 054-88773 caters for pre-school children.
Primary Schools
Ballyduff National School
Camolin, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: 054-83436
Clologue National School
Camolin, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel; 054 83468
Clonegal N.S.
Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: 054-77513
Secondary Schools
CBS Primary School
Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Secondary School (Intermediate)
Castledockrell NS
Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Secondary Schools (Intermediate)
Joan Doyle School of Speech and Drama
This School operates mostly during the winter. This school is renowned for its
success in Speech and Drama and for its high standard of achievement. The age group
extends from Montessori Pre-school, Primary and Secondary. For a full programme
and further information contact Ms. Joan Doyle, Hillmount Montessori School,
Ballindaggin. Phone 054-88773.
Enniscorthy Library Centre
The local library in Enniscorthy is located on Lymington Road. It provides a range of
facilities for children, teenagers and college students such as:
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Internet & email access
Book lending & reference
*Children's services
* IT learning suite
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Audio books
Research facilities
Local Studies Information
* Reading circle
Opening hours and further details on the library can be found in the Adult
Education section.
CHILDREN’S FACILITES
Enniscorthy and the surrounding areas have various facilities for children from sports
clubs to leisure centres (see appendix F). The Promenade is the chosen location for
Enniscorthy's first public modern playground which is expected to be ready for the
summer of 2004. It will include roundabouts and climbing frames.
Pirates Cove Adventure Park
Pirates Cove, located in Courtown Harbour offers entertainment for all the family.
The adventure golf is unique within Ireland with its greens, caves, rivers, tropical
gardens and Pirates Ship. Pirates Cove is also the location for Wexford’s only
computerised Ten-Pin Bowling Centre.
The Fun Caves are designed for three to ten year olds. The play area is completely
padded for safety. The latest attractions at Pirates Cove are large-scale radio
controlled models of trucks, safari cars and pirate ships, which are fully interactive
and will be enjoyed by both younger and older children. The adventure park is open
during the summer months and can be contacted on Tel: 055 25555
Forest Park Leisure Centre
Swimming pools, waterslides, and adventure play areas will entertain the kids while
adults can enjoy our fitness suite, sauna, jacuzzi and steam room. Open all year round.
Contact details: Courtown Harbour Tel: 055 24849.
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Enniscorthy and its neighbouring towns have a selection of facilities for adults
ranging from libraries to VEC’s. The Co Wexford Education Centre is situated at 22
Rafter Street, Enniscorthy ph 054 36767 which is a useful resource for locating
evening classes and other educational opportunities.
Library Services
Wexford County Council operate library services through a County Library, a
network of public Community Libraries, a Mobile Library Service and specialist
research services focusing on Local Studies, Schools and Children’s Services, and
Music.
An ongoing programme of activities promote the use and enjoyment of the Library
Services. The following are the contact details for Enniscorthy Library Centre:
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Headquarters:
Lymington Rd.,Enniscorthy,
Co. Wexford, Republic of Ireland.
Telephone: +353 54 36055
Fax:
+353 54 36164
Email:
enniscorthylib@eircom.net
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Contact:
Clare Kelly, Assistant Librarian
Tel: 054 36055
Email: clare.kelly@wexfordcoco.ie
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Opening Hours:
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
1430 - 1730
Wednesday 1030 - 1300
1430 - 1730
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Services:
Thursday
1030 - 1300
1430 - 1730
1800 - 2000
Friday
1030 - 1300
1430 - 1730
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Internet & email access
Adult lending & reference
Audio books
Research facilities
Local Studies Information
Children's services
IT learning suite
Reading circle
Special events
Colleges
Enniscorthy Vocational College
Milehouse Road
Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: 054-34185 Fax: 054-34934
Email: evcplc@eircom.net
Vocational College
Secondary School
Bunclody, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: 054-77590 Fax 054-76104
Other types of courses
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Guitar Lessons
Clive Barnes 087 2076828 www.clivebarnes.com
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Dunbrody Abbey Cookery Centre
Dunbrody Abbey Cookery Centre is situated in the wider grounds of Dunbrody
Abbey - a magnificent 12th Century Cistercian ruin on the banks of the River Pill.
The approach to food of the Cookery Centre at Dunbrody Abbey is quality first, with
simple, no-nonsense cooking, using the best of local produce. The centre takes 12 to
14 people per course and demonstrate how simple cooking can not only taste delicious
but can look attractive to the eye. Advice is given on food presentation, table layout
and dining decor in general. It also covers all aspects of wine, using wines which are
mostly available locally and which compliment the food on the various courses.
Attend one of the courses - stay in first class local accommodation - visit the beautiful
mews home and purpose built cookery centre and meet the renowned Resident Guest
Chef Martin Dwyer. Contact Details: Campile, New Ross Tel: 051 388933
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Enniscorthy is served by the South Eastern Health Board and the closest office is
located in New Ross on Tel: 051-421305. There are a number of Doctors, Health
Centres and Dentists available in the region. Enniscorthy has a number of hospitals
although these are mainly for the treatment of the mentally and physically
handicapped. The closest Hospital for outpatients is Wexford General Hospital
which provides facilities in Medicine, General Surgery, Gynaecology, Obstetrics and
Paediatrics.
There are a number of nursing homes in Enniscorthy for those with elderly relatives.
The local pharmacy, Kelly’s Pharmacy Limited (Vaccination Centres) is located at
The Medical Hall, Slaney Place and can be contacted on Tel: 054 33137. Details of
medical services both in Enniscorthy and the surrounding areas can be found in
Appendix B.
The surrounding areas to Enniscorthy have a number of community care health
centres, the main one being Wexford Community Care, Grogan’s Road, Wexford,
Tel: 053-23522, Fax: 053-23646. The Wexford Community Care area services a
population of 104,371 and the Community Care Programme plays an integral role in
the locally based management of primary health care and health promotion generally.
The programme incorporates a number of intervention strategies in community
medicine, public health, welfare and social services. It is a resource for monitoring
and maintaining the health and social well-being of the population and promotes
statutory and community initiatives in health. The programme operates in partnership
with the hospitals programmes, other State agencies, private practitioners and the
voluntary sector. Some of the services being provided through Community Care
Centre include:
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Public Health Nursing Services
Home Help Services
Child Care & Health Services
Psychology Services
Para-medical Services
*Speech & Language Therapy
* Physiotherapy
* Occupational Therapy
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Enniscorthy and its neighbouring towns have a selection of shops ranging from
clothing and footwear to food and DIY goods. Enniscorthy town has a Supervalu
market and Lidl is due to open shortly. A selection of shops both within Enniscorthy
and the surrounding areas are detailed in Appendix E.
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FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD
Galley River Cruising Restaurants
Enniscorthy and the surrounding areas have a selection of restaurants, hotels and other
eateries to suit all palates. From a casual informal ambience to the heights of haute
cuisine, the variety of quality dining establishments should provide for all tastes and
preferences. One can choose between hotel restaurants, side street restaurants, cafes
and pubs.
From April through October the Classic Galley Cruisers ply the beautiful smooth
Rivers for which the South East is famous worldwide. Meanwhile, meals are served in
the heated saloons aboard, prepared from fresh local produce by their own chefs.
Fully licensed. (April-October) lunch approx €10, afternoon tea approx €8.00, Dinner
approx €15.00.
There is a selection of restaurants and other eateries for Enniscorthy and the
surrounding areas in Appendix C.
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Co. Wexford is synonymous with the Arts and holds a number of key events
throughout the year such as the Wexford Opera Festival which is internationally
renowned. The Wexford Arts Centre, Wexford Town hosts a variety of events
including exhibitions, concerts, literary events and theatre productions. A monthly
newsletter is available from the Centre or on the website www.wexfordartscentre.ie
detailing each month’s events for Wexford and the surrounding towns. Tel: 053
23764
One town in particular that has plenty going on is Enniscorthy. The Athenaeum is
currently a hive of activity as it prepares for the Festival of Drama which will
commence from 27/03/04 until 03/04/04. Enniscorthy is known as the summer
festival capital of county Wexford. One of the season highlights is the annual
Strawberry Fair's Festival www.strawberryfestival.ie. During the week 25th June to
5th July 2003, this south-eastern town takes on an air of festivity and fun as the
spectacular Strawberry Fair "explodes" into action. Thousands of people from Ireland
and abroad join in the festivities as strawberries and cream and the odd pint - are
consumed with enjoyment.
With everything from music, exhibitions and
competitions, afternoon and evening gigs in the Market Square as well as the
traditional funfair, there is plenty going on.
Another summer highlight is the Blackstairs Blues Festival. This takes place annually
in September and is in its 10th consecutive year. The best of international and national
blues in Enniscorthy can be heard here including workshops and late night concerts.
The story of Irish culture is kept alive in Enniscorthy through traditional music, song,
dance, poetry and story telling. This unique experience takes place in Raheen,
Ballyduff, near Camolin. Ar mBreacha (The House of Storytelling) is where young
and old gather to tell stories, play music and dance on the first Tuesday of every
month and every Tuesday (evenings) for July and August. Tel: 054 44148 for further
details.
The Courtnacuddy Welcome Home Festival is a festival of events and activities in
Enniscorthy where people from the locality and those on holiday, tourists etc. join in
the celebration of traditional song, story telling, outdoor dancing, discos, barbecues,
sporting activities and a car treasure hunt. Outside Enniscorthy, another popular
festival is the Hooves 'n' Grooves which takes place in July in Wexford town
(www.hoovesandgrooves.com for this years details). Horse racing, harness racing
and the annual Regatta are held in the Harbour and other events such as free gigs,
street entertainment - including the wonderfully exciting Bui Bolg parade, arts and
crafts markets, puppet shows are provided. 2003’s headline performers were Jerry
Fish & The Mudbug Club, Pierce Turner, Woodstar, Mary Coughlan and Bap
Kennedy.
There is a selection of cinemas, pubs and nightclubs for both Enniscorthy and the
surrounding areas in Appendix D as well as a list of festivals taking place this year.
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Co Wexford has a number of Community Centres which hold all types of activities
from traditional music classes and active retirement group meetings to preparation for
the Community games. Community Centres for Enniscorthy are as follows:
Ferns Community Centre
Main Street, Ferns, Enniscorthy, Tel: 054-66514
Raheen Community Centre
Raheen, Clonroche, Enniscorthy
Community Employment Office
County Council & Corporations
4 Market Square, Enniscorthy, Tel: 054-37646
Citizens Information Centre
Citizens Information Centres
Athenaeum, Enniscorthy, Tel: 054-33746
Sporting Events and Activities
One of the most popular sporting festival events takes place annually in Wexford
town in July. This is of course the Hooves 'n' Grooves festival (see
www.hoovesandgrooves.com for this years details).The festival offers Horse racing,
harness racing, the annual Regatta in the Harbour and puppet shows.
Another sports event, the Irish Masters Darts Tournament will take place in February
2005. This is an annual tournament where dart players from around the country and
overseas compete for the title.
Irish Masters Darts Tournament
It takes place three minutes from the beach in Rosslare and tickets for spectators cost
between €15-€20.
Water Sports
The availability of sports such as Sub-Aqua, Sailing, Swimming, Diving, Ski-ing,
Rowing, Canoeing, Surfing and Cruising, to name but a few, is a big attraction for
those interested in a wide range of water activities.
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Kilmore Quay Port in Wexford has recently undergone major development and is now
one of Ireland's premier fishing and leisure harbours. It is the ideal port of refuge for
pleasure craft of all types and is becoming a fashionable and regular destination for all
cruising enthusiasts. Details on the choice of activities are available locally.
Wexford Racecourse
In Bettyville, overlooking Wexford Harbour, the Wexford Racecourse provides racing
annually. The course is a Mecca for those who enjoy their sport, be it Flat, Hurdles or
National Hunt meetings. For further details Tel: 053 42307.
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There is a variety of clubs and leisure centres available in Enniscorthy and the
surrounding towns such as horse riding, football and golf.
Golf
There are a number of golfing events that take place in Wexford. The ‘Spring
Classic’ is a three day tournament open to ladies and gents located a in St. Helen’s
Bay Golf and Resort (www.sthelensbay.com). Other events are the ‘Lady Augusta
Team Classic’ which takes place annually in May and the ‘Mini Open Festival of
Food and Golf’ which takes place annually in June. Both of these tournaments take
place in St Helen’s in Rosslare.
There are a number of 18 hole quality golf courses in Wexford and a sample list with
website links are available in Appendix F. Membership is subject to the terms and
conditions of each individual club. The following are some examples of what’s on
offer in Enniscorthy:
Enniscorthy Golf Club, Knockmarshal, Enniscorthy, Wexford.
Phone:+353 54 33191 – Membership Open.
Situated in the historic town of Enniscorthy, the
club was founded in 1925 and was extended to
18 holes in 1990. The fairways are generous and
the course has many beautiful old trees which
will give the golfer that extra degree of
difficulty. This parkland course with its gentle
undulating fairways affords magnificent views
of Wexford's rolling countryside and the
Blackstairs Mountains.
A very beautiful and testing 18 holes it has been
described by course architect, the late Eddie Hackett, as a "joy for the average golfer
and a test for the expert". The spacious modern clubhouse offers a full range of
facilities, and a warm welcome and friendly atmosphere awaits all visitors.
Medal 5697m, Winter 5432m, Ladies Medal 5044m
Visitors welcome midweek
Requirements: Handicap certificate required and Membership of another club
required.
Hire facilities: Trolley hire.
Practice ground: Pitching and putting practice area.
Heath Golf Club, Heath, Enniscorthy, Wexford Phone:+353 502 46533
Borrmount Golf Course And Driving Range, Borrmount, Enniscorthy, Wexford.
Phone:+353 54 47776 – Par 3 Green Fees applicable.
Rosslare Golf Club, Rosslare, Co., Wexford
Phone:+353 503 32203
Must apply for membership in writing in January each year.
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Horse Riding
Equestrian Centres in Wexford provide general instruction and some, as indicated,
offer specialist tuition. All centres are approved by AIRE - the Association of Irish
Riding Establishments and a list of centres can be found in Appendix F.
Curracloe House Equestrian Centre, Curracloe House, Curracloe, Enniscorthy
Wexford. Phone:+353 53 37129
Enjoy a canter on the spectacular Curracloe
Beach or trek through the Wexford Sloblands,
viewing the famous rare geese and teeming
wildfowl. The A.I.R.E. approved facilities
include a spacious enclosed arena, two grass
arenas and a 25 jump cross country course.
Well trained horses/ponies available for
hire/tuition at all levels of dressage and
jumping.
Activities:
Instruction at all levels, in all three disciplines. Two dressage shows yearly. Beach
and Farm Rides.
Facilities:
Enclosed Arena 44m x 24m, Cross Country Course, instruction, schooling liveries.
Curracloe House is situated 8 miles north east of Wexford Town, close to the Raven
pine forest and sand dunes.
Greyhound Racing
Greyhound Racing, The Showgrounds, Enniscorthy, Wexford.
Phone:+353 54 33172
Opening Times: Twice weekly at 8.00 pm Monday and Thursday, February December. Rates: Adult IR3.00, Children/OAP's Free, Students .50p. Bar and catering
facilities.
Adventure Centres
Quad Attack, Killegney, Clonroche, Enniscorthy, Co Wexford
An adventurous and exciting activity for all ages
054 44225
Opening Hours 09:30am – 05:30pm Mon – Sun
Cycling/Bike Hire
Hayes Cycles , 108 Main Street, Wexford
Tel: 053 22462
Further Details on Sporting activities are available from Wexford tourist office 053
23111 or the Citizens Information Centre 053 42012. A sample list of clubs,
adventure centres and sporting activities are also listed in Appendix F.
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Wexford has plenty to offer with its unique culture and heritage attractions and its
open air museum of ramparts and castles, abbeys, manor houses and one of the oldest
operational lighthouses in the world, Hook Lighthouse (see below for details).
Famous for the range and extent of bird life, it also features bird watch reserves, the
most significant being that of North Sloblands, Wexford Wildfowl Reserve. The
Wexford Slobs and Harbour are, by their very location a natural haven for birds.
Situated on the coast, and in sight of the south east corner of Ireland, it is the closest
point to Britain and the continent for birds that are migrating into or out of Ireland
from a southerly direction.
Waders and wildfowl in particular, are attracted to the area where the flat landscape is
accentuated by a number of complementary characteristics that create a safe place to
feed, loaf, roost and breed. Two hundred and sixty-three bird species have been
recorded to date of which sixty-nine are considered common in winter, with a further
thirty-seven being categorised as scarce. Not only are the slobs and harbour of major
international importance for their waders and wildfowl during the winter but also
during spring and autumn when large numbers of birds on migration stop to feed in
these rich areas. It is during the winter months that the Wexford Slobs and Harbour
come into their own. From early October right through to the middle of April, the
North and South Slobs and the harbour are home to thousands of ducks, geese, waders
and swans.
Gardens lovers will thoroughly enjoy the very famous John F. Kennedy Park. and
Arboretum celebrating the connection US President Kennedy has with the town of
New Ross where you will also find Ireland's newest attraction, the Dunbrody Heritage
Ship which is an accurate, full size, ocean-going recreation of the actual timber-built
ship which played a leading part in 19th century emigration to the USA. The only
complete dolmen in the county is at Bree, south of Enniscorthy. This dates from the
3rd millennium B.C. For the residents and visitors alike, there should be plenty to
appeal all tastes in the sunny south east.
Historical Attractions
Ferns Castle, Castle View, Ferns, Enniscorthy, Wexford.
Phone:+353 54 24623
Ferns Castle and Churches
Ferns Castle is a 13th century castle built by William de
Valance built on the site of a much earlier castle. The 13th
century castle was dismantled by Sir Charles Coote in
1641.The original castle was owned by King Dermot
McMurrough. McMurrough's castle was destroyed by the
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O'Rourkes and the O'Connors.
In revenge, McMurrough gained the support of the Normans, led by Strongbow, who
conquered them. Close to the Castle are the remains of an Augustinian Priory that was
founded by Dermot and where he is buried. .He is believed to be buried under the
ancient High Cross.
Near this monument, is the Cathedral, which was built in the 19th century. The
original Cathedral was built on the remains of one burned in 1577. While the new
Cathedral was being built, a monument to St. Mogue was discovered and is now
preserved in the Cathedral.
Enniscorthy Castle, Town Centre, Enniscorthy, Wexford.
Phone:+353 54 35926
Irish history.
When the Normans built a castle they built it to last. Enniscorthy
Castle, in the centre of the town and overlooking the Slaney River,
proves the point. Nearly 800 years after its construction, the huge
castle is still in remarkable condition. Though restored and
modernised in recent times many original features remain.
The three drum towers which flank the castle are classics of their
kind. Down the centuries the castle has had many owners,
including the poet Edmund Spenser. It is said that he was given
the castle by Elizabeth 1 of England in gratitude for his epic 'The
Faerie Queen' which said many flattering things about her.
Nowadays, Enniscorthy Castle is the home of the County Wexford Historical and
Folk Museum
Wexford County Museum, Town Centre, Enniscorthy, Wexford.
Phone:+353 54 35926
Housed in the imposing Norman Castle built by the Prendergast family in the 13th
century. Holds a wide range of items of local origin and wide interest.
The setting for the County Museum is that of the Old
Norman Castle, built in the first quarter of the 13th
century by the Prendergast family. First opened on
Easter Sunday, 1962, it illustrates in a magnificent way
the storied past of the county in all its varied aspects,
ecclesiastical, military, maritime, agriculture and
industrial. Of particular interest are the fine collections
commemorating the rising of 1798 and 1916.
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The Irish National Heritage Park, Ferrcarrig, Wexford ph 053 41733
Built on former marsh land, this outdoor museum consists of reproductions of
sites and buildings depicting man’s first settlements in Ireland. It includes
full-size replicas of a Mesolithic site, a dolmen, cist burial, early Christian site,
crannog and Viking boathouse. During your visit you can:
- sit on a 6,000 year old bed
- cook in a 1,000 year old kitchen
- be a captain on a Viking ship
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Solve the mystery of the stone circle
Berkley Costume & Toy Museum, Berkley Forest House, New Ross ph 051 421361
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Irish Agricultural Museum
The National Museum of Agriculture and Rural Life is located in historic farm
buildings (1810) within the extensive, ornamental grounds (20ha) of Johnstown
Castle. A major Famine Exhibition covering the history of the potato and the great
disaster of the 1840’s is at the museum. Major themes covered by the museum are:
1. The tools and machines of Irish Farming, 1750-1950.
2. Dairying.
3. Rural Transport.
4. Farmhouse furniture.
5. Rural crafts – blacksmith, wheelwright/carpenter, cooper, harness maker, basket
maker, thatcher.
During 2002, a permanent exhibition on Harry Ferguson, born in Co. Down, and his
‘Ferguson System’ was opened. Another new feature is full-scale replicas of
farmhouse kitchens depicting life in 1800, 1900 and 1950.
Direction: The Johnstown Castle estate is 4 miles (6km) south west of Wexford town.
Hook Lighthouse
Hook Head
Fethard-On-Sea
Co. Wexford
Tel: 051 397 055/4
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Email: thehook@eircom.net
Location: Hook Head, 35km south of New Ross (R733)
Season: All year
Opening times: Nov to Feb - Sat & Sun 10:00 – 17:00
Mar to Oct - Daily 09:30 – 17:30
Last guided tour : 17:00 hours
Later opening during high season
Group bookings are necessary
Average Length of Visit: 1 hour
Entrance Fees 2004: Adult €4.75, Child €2.75 Family €14.00
Audio Visual Presentation: Duration 10 minutes, Language, English
Exhibition: Story of Light keeping at Hook Head
10 story boards
Graphics and text supporting the guide
Restaurant: Yes
Picnic Area: No
Shop: Yes – paintings of local scenes on sale. Full range of crafts and gives on sale.
Information Guide/Leaflet: Available in English, German, French and Spanish
Car / Coach Parking : Yes
Disabled Access: Yes
Westgate Heritage Centre
Westgate Tower
Selskar
Wexford
Tel: 053 46 506
Email: info@wexfordtourism.com
Season: All year
Opening Times:
June to August
Mon to Fri 10:00-18:00 Sat/Sun 12:00-18:00
Sept to May
Tues to Fri 10:00-18:00 Sat/Sun 12:00-18:00
Entrance Fees 2004: Adult €300, OAP €2, Child €2, Family €9
Group Adult €2, Group Student/OAP/Child €1.50
Duncannon
This is a pleasant seaside resort with a good sandy beach, on the eastern shore of
Waterford Harbour. On a rocky headland guarding the approach to the estuary is
Duncannon Fort, covering an area of about three acres. This was the site of the
prehistoric dun of Conan, after which the town was named. In the twelfth century it
was selected for defensive purposes by the Anglo-Normans, and in 1588 the English
government strengthened the fortifications as a precaution against the Spanish
Armada. During the wars of the seventeenth century the fort was taken by the
Confederate Catholics after a two-month siege. It was later defended against a
Cromwellian force, and only surrendered in 1650 after the capitulation of Waterford.
Duncannon Lighthouse
The oldest of its kind in Ireland, this lighthouse was built in 1744. Two types of lenses
are used, white to signal ships are on course and red to warn that they are off course.
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Duncannon Fort
Duncannon
Wexford.
Phone:+353 51 389454 / 051 389188
Duncannon Fort is a star shaped fort built at a
strategically important promontory in Waterford
Harbour. It was built in 1588 in the expectation of
an attack on the area by the Spanish Armada.
There had previously been a Celtic fort and a
Norman castle on the site. The fort is noted for its
dry moat, exterior walls and the legend of the
croppy boy. Restoration work is still in progress.
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Please find below details of the different denominational churches available in County
Wexford.
Catholic Churches
The following are a list of Parishes in the County of Wexford.
Adamstown
Courtnacuddy (Davidstown)
Murrintown (Piercestown)
Annacurra
Craanford
New Ross: St Augustine's
Askamore (Kilrush)
Crossabeg
New Ross: Sts Michael & Mary
Ballaghkeene (Oulart)
Crossbridge (Kilaveney)
Newbawn
Ballindaggin
Curracloe (Castlebridge)
Oulart
Ballycanew (Camolin)
Cushinstown
Our Lady's Island
Ballycullane
Davidstown
Oylegate
Ballyduff (Ferns)
Duncannon
Piercestown
Ballyfad (Kilanerin)
Enniscorthy / St Aidan's
Poulpeasty (Cloughbawn)
Ballygarrett
Enniscorthy / St. John's
Poulfur (Templetown)
Ballykelly (Horeswood)
Enniscorthy / St. Senan's
Raheen (Newbawn)
Ballymitty (Bannow)
Ferns
Ramsgrange
Ballymore/Mayglass
Galbally (Bree)
Rathangan
Ballymurn (Crossabeg)
Glenbrien (Oylegate)
Rathgarogue (Cushinstown)
Ballyoughter (Camolin)
Glynn
Rathnure
Bannow
Gorey
Riverchapel
Barntown (Glynn)
Gusserane (Ballycullane)
Ballyhogue Bellvue (Bree)
Horeswood
Blackwater
Kilanerin
Boolavogue (Monageer)
Kilaveney
St.Leonard's (Ballycullane)
Tacumshane
(Our Lady's Island)
Taghmon
Bree
Kilmore Quay (Kilmore)
Tagoat
Bunclody
Kilmore: St Mary's
Tagoat/Rosslare
Caim (Ballindaggin)
Kilmuckridge (Litter)
Tara Hill (Gorey)
Camolin
Kilmyshal (Bunclody)
Templeudigan (Rathnure)
Caroreigh (Taghmon)
Kilrane: Rosslare St Patrick's
Templetown
Carnew
Kilrane: St Ruane
Terrerath (Cushinstown)
Castlebridge
Kilrush
Tomacork (Carnew)
Castledockrell
(Marshalstown)
Kiltealy (Ballindaggin)
Tomhaggard (Kilmore)
Cleariestown (Rathangan)
Mayglass (Ballymore)
Trinity (Taghmon)
Clologue (Ferns)
Marshalstown
Wexford: Bride St
Clonard
Monageer
Wexford: Rowe St
Clongeen
Monamolin (Litter)
Wexford: Friary
Cloughbawn
Monaseed (Craanford)
Coolafancy (Carnew)
Mulrankin (Kilmore)
Screen (Castlebridge)
Shillelagh (Carnew)
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Further details can be obtained from the following sources:
Fr Joseph Kavanagh PP,
Camolin, Co Wexford
Tel: 054-83136, Mobile: 087 2324549 josephkav@eircom.net
Fr James Fitzpatrick CC
Ballyduff, Ferns, Co Wexford
Tel: 054-66162 Fax 054-66167
Movile 087-2529236 revfitz@eircom.net
Fr John Sweetman Adm,
St Aidan's Cathedral, Enniscorthy, Co Wexford
Tel: 054-35777 Fax 054-37700 Mobile 087-2710478 saintaidans@eircom.net
Fr Denis Browne CC
The Presbytery, Gorey, Co Wexford
Tel: 055-21117 Mobile 087-2378773
carnew@iolfree.ie
The Presbytery
New Ross, Co Wexford
Tel: 051-421214 Fax 051-420122
Augustinian Priory
Prior: Fr Padraig Daly OSA
The Priory, New Ross, Co Wexford
Tel: 051-421237
Church of Ireland Churches
Diocese Parish
Church Name
Wexford Enniscorthy
Townland
County
Monart
Wexford
Ferns
Ferns
St. Edan's Cathedral
Ferns
Wexford
Ferns
Monart
St. Peter's
Monart
Wexford
Ferns
Enniscorthy
St. Mary's
Enniscorthy
Wexford
Ferns
Toombe
St. Catherine's
Camolin
Wexford
Ferns
Leskinfere
St. Luke's
Leskinfere,
Gorey
Wexford
Ferns
Carnew
All Saints
Carnew
Wexford
Jehovah’s Witness
Wexford, Co. Wexford
Tel: 053 22959
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APPENDIX A – TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Travelling by Bus/Private Coach
Sample Bus Eireann Timetables
Service No. 2 Bus Route: Dublin-Arklow-Gorey-Wexford-Rosslare Harbour (Timetables are subject to change)
Departs Dublin (Busaras)
Arrives Enniscorthy
Operates
(Templeshannon Quay)
07:30 am
09.55 am
Mon - Sat
08:30 am
10.55 am
Mon – Sun
10:00 am
12.25 pm
Mon - Sun
11:00 am
1.25 pm
Mon - Sat
1:00 pm
3.25 pm
Mon – Sun
2:00 pm
4:25 pm
Mon - Sun
3:00 pm
5:50 pm
Mon – Sun
4:00 pm
6:25 pm
Mon – Sun
5:30 pm
8:15 pm
Mon - Sat
8:30 pm
10.55 pm
Mon - Sat
Service No.2 Bus Route: Rosslare Harbour-Wexford –Gorey-Arklow-Dublin (Timetables are subject to change)
Departs Enniscorthy
Arrives Dublin (Busaras)
Operates
(Templeshannon Quay)
06:20 am
08:55 am
Mon - Sat
08.55 am
11:20 am
Mon – Sun
09:00 am
11.25 pm
Mon - Sat
10:35am
1:05 pm
Mon - Sat
11.55 pm
2.20 pm
Mon – Sun
12:50 pm
3.30 pm
Mon – Sun
2:25 pm
4:50 pm
Mon – Sun
3:25 pm
5:50 pm
Mon – Sun
5:20 pm
7:40 pm
Mon – Sun
7:25 pm
9:45 pm
Mon – Sun
9:10 pm
11:35 pm
Mon - Sun
Private Bus Services to/from Enniscorthy
Wexford - Enniscorthy - Bunclody
Ardcavan Coach Tours Ltd. offer a convenient, comfortable weekend service to/from Wexford to NUI
Maynooth which avoids the stressful levels of Dublin City traffic.
Contact NUI Maynooth Student's Union at 01-708 3669 for details or
Ardcavan, Coach Tours Ltd. Offer a convenient, comfortable weekend service to/from Wexford to NUI
Maynooth. Contact No Ardcavan Coach Tours Ltd. 053-22561 / 053 24900 (or Student’s Union 01708 3669) Tickets can be purchased on the bus.
Sunday Evening
Depart Crescent Quay, Wexford
Depart Island Road, Enniscorthy
Depart The Square, Bunclody
Depart Teagasc Office, The Green, Tullow
Depart The Shamrock Bar, Main Street, Castledermot
6.00pm
6.20pm
6.50pm
7.10pm
7.25pm
Departing Maynooth at 3.30pm on Fridays from the North Campus
Single tickets cost €10.00 (Wexford, Enniscorthy and Bunclody) and €8 (Tullow, Castledermot)
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Wexford Coach Hire and Bus Tour Companies
Service - All
Show companies by Location - Service - Vehicle Size
Ardcavan Coach Tours Ltd
Luxury Highline Coaches - Videos and Toilets - Ferry and
Airport transfers - Daily Service Wexford/Dublin - Weekend service to Limerick - National and
European Private Tours organised. Wexford - Castlebridge
Joe O' Brien Coaches
Specialising in ALL-IN Package Tours … Accomodation, meals and
leisure activities arranged. All Local trips catered for …. Quotation without obligation. Wexford Ardcavan
Dwyer Mini Bus Hire
All Social and sporting occasions - Airport and Ferry
transfers Wexford - New Ross
Kilbride Coach and Mini Bus Hire
14 to 53 seater mini buses and coaches. Wexford -
New Ross
Breslin Coaches
Christie Coaches
Wexford - Enniscorthy
Wexford - Gorey
Cowman Minibus Service
Donnelly Coaches
Edwards Coaches
Gerrard Coaches
Wexford - Bunclody
Wexford - Enniscorthy
Wexford - Enniscorthy
Wexford - Courtown Harbour
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. Can I take a bus from Dublin Airport?
A Yes. There is a bus from Dublin Airport straight into Bus Aras in Dublin, from
there you can go directly to Wexford. You may have to wait for a short while to get
the connection into Wexford.
Q How much does it cost to go from Dublin to Wexford?
A Ticket prices for adults are €10 single, €12 same day return, €13 mid-week return
and €12.70 open return.
For children under 16 years of age it is €6.50 single, €7.95 same day return, €7.95
mid-week return and €9.50 open return.
There is a family ticket, for two adults and up to three children of, €25 open return.
(NB: ticket prices are approximate prices and can be checked at the station for exact
fare).
Q Do you have a timetable for this bus line?
A Buses travel from Dublin to Wexford approximately 11 times a day. The earliest
bus leaves Dublin at 8.00 am and the latest bus leaves Dublin at 8.30 pm. You can
also visit their website on www.buseireann.ie for further details.
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Travelling By Air
Dublin Airport to Enniscorthy
Duration: 3:05; runs Mo - Sa, not 17. Mar
Stop
Depart
Arrive
Dublin Airport
Busaras Dublin
0750
Busaras Dublin
Enniscorthy
0830
0815
Route
(Bus No)
101
101
1055
2
2
Duration: 3:04; runs Mo - Sa, not 17. Mar
Stop
Depart
Arrive
Dublin Airport
Busaras Dublin
0815
Busaras Dublin
Enniscorthy
0900
0845
Route (Bus
No)
101
101
1124
5
5
Changes
1
Changes
1
Duration: 4:45; runs Su, also 17. Mar : Hint: Prolonged stop
Stop
Depart
Arrive
Route (Bus
No)
Dublin Airport
1810
101
Busaras Dublin
0830
101
Busaras Dublin
Enniscorthy
2030
2255
Changes
1
5
5
Enniscorthy to Dublin Airport
Duration: 3:50; runs Mo - Sa, not 17. Mar
Stop
Depart
Arrive
Enniscorthy (Templeshannon 0620
Quay)
Busaras Dublin
0855
Route (Bus No)
2
Changes
2
1
Busaras Dublin
Dublin Airport
101
101
0945
1010
Duration: 3:25; runs Mo - Sa, not 17. Mar
Stop
Depart
Arrive
Enniscorthy (Templeshannon 0800
Quay)
Busaras Dublin
1010
Busaras Dublin
Dublin Airport
1100
1125
Duration: 3:25; runs Mo - Sa, not 17. Mar
Stop
Depart
Arrive
Enniscorthy (Templeshannon 0900
Quay)
Busaras Dublin
1125
Busaras Dublin
Dublin Airport
1200
1225
Route (Bus No)
5
Changes
5
1
101
101
Route (Bus No)
2
Changes
2
1
101
101
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Travelling by Rail
Sample Iarnόd Eireann Timetables
Dublin Connolly to Enniscorthy
Journey Time
Number of Changes
Validity
2 hour(s) 20 minutes
0
Runs every Monday to Saturday from 15 December er until
11 December; except 25-27, 29-31 December; 1-3, 1-, 17,
24, 31 January; 7, 9-14,16-21, 23-28 February; 6, 17 March
Dept Sta Arr Stat
Dept
Arr Time Changes
Service
Time
Connolly Enniscorthy 0800
1020
0
Intercity
Connolly Enniscorthy 0800
1020
0
Intercity
Connolly Enniscorthy 0800
1020
0
Intercity
Source: http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp#
Enniscorthy to Dublin Connolly
Journey Time
Number of Changes
Validity
2 hour(s) 4 minutes
0
Runs every Monday to Saturday from 15 December until
11 December; except 25-27,29-31 December; 13,10,17,24,31 January; 7,14,21,27-28 February; 6,17
March.
Dept Sta
Arr Stat
Dept
Arr Time Changes
Service
Time
Enniscorthy Connolly
0829
1033
0
Intercity
Enniscorthy Connolly
1425
1638
0
Intercity
Enniscorthy Connolly
1915
2141
0
Intercity
Source: http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp#
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APPENDIX B – HEALTHCARE
DOCTOR’S/GP’s IN ENNISCORTHY
Dr. Pauline Bowe
21 Main Street, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: 054-33199
Jason Horgan
Balckstoops, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: 054-66168
Doctor’s Surgery
Ballybeg, Ferns, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: 054-66168
HEALTH CENTRE’S IN ENNISCORTHY
Templeshannon Family Therapy Centre
St Senans Parish Community Centre, Templeshannon
Tel: 054 37511
Health Centre
Blackwater, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: 053 27255
B. Crean
Pregnancy Scanning Department
Coolrow, Clonroche, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: 054-44617
CHIROPODIST IN ENNISCORTHY
24 Court Street ph 054 35555
DENTAL SURGERIES IN ENNISCORTHY
Dental Surgery
Parnell Road, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
Tel: 054-33078
DENTAL SURGERIES IN SURROUNDING AREAS
Dental Surgery
Priory Place, New Ross, Co. Wexford
Tel: 051-421318
Dental Surgery
3 Charlotte Row, Gorey, Co. Wexford
Tel: 055 21386
HOSPITALS IN ENNISCORTHY
St. Senan's Psychiatric Hospital,
Enniscorthy, Tel: (054) 33110 / 33346 / 33690
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St John’s Hospital (Geriatric), Enniscorthy ph 054 33228 (Number of Beds: 139)
St John of God House (Mental Handicap Hospital- Private)
Waefer Street ph 054 33419
Summerhill House (Residental Home for Mentally Handicapped)
Enniscorthy ph 054 35255
HOSPTIALS IN THE SURROUNDING AREAS
Wexford General Hospital, Tel: (053) 42233 (Bed Numbers: 211)
Gorey District Hospital, Tel: (055) 21102 (Bed Numbers: 26)
New Houghton Hosptial, New Ross Tel: (051) 421266
NURSING HOMES IN ENNISCORTHY
Lawson House Private Nursing Home
Knockrathkyle, Glenbrien, Enniscorthy ph 054 33945
Moyne Nursing Home
The Moyne, Enniscorthy ph 054 35354
Carlford Nursing Home
Clonroche, Enniscorthy ph 054 44366
Ros Aoibhinn Nursing Home
Bunclody, Enniscorthy ph 054 77850
Dr Cuddigan’s Nursing Home
Weafer Street, Enniscorthy ph 054 33265
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APPENDIX C – DINING OUT
Enniscorthy
Old Bridge Restaurant
2 Templeshannon ph 054 333917
The Tavern Bar
5 Templeshannon ph 054 35690
Abbey Restaurant
Unit 6 Abbey Crescent, Enniscorthy ph 054 36060
Castle Restaurant
Castle Hill, Enniscorthy ph 054 36590
China China Restaurant
24 Rafter Street ph 054 34000
Get Stuffed Restaurant
IFA Centre, Millpark, Enniscorthy ph 054 36664
Pikeroom Restaurant (Kavanagh’s House Bar)
11-13 Templeshannon, Enniscorthy ph 054 38000
*This is an award winning pub and home made food is served daily.
River Restaurant
7 Market Square Enniscorthy ph 054 36377
Surrounding Areas
Chinese
Dragon Heen
Redmond Square, Wexford ph 053 21332
Emerald Gardens
117 Sth Main Street, Wexford ph 053 24836
Italian & Pizza
Gooey’s Pizza Parlour
Supervalu Car Park, New Ross ph 051 420044
International
La Riva
Crescent Quay, Wexford ph 053 24330
Pooles Porter House
78 Main Street, Gorey ph 055 21271
Steaks & Seafood
The Gables Restaurant
Main Street, Blackwater ph 053 27222
Hugo’s Restaurant
Kilmuckridge, Gorey ph 053 30400
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Neptune Restaurant
Ballyhack Harbour ph 051 389284
Ocean Bed Seafood Restaurant
Westgate, Wexford ph 053 23935
Gourmet
Newbay Country House
Wexford ph 053 42779
Various
Heavens Above The Sky & The Ground
112 Sth Main Street, Wexford ph 053 21273
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APPENDIX D – ENTERTAINMENT & NIGHTLIFE
Festivals - 2004
February
2 Wexford Sinfonia Concert - Clonard Church. Tel: 053-45607.
4-6 National Energy Conference - Wexford. Tel: 053-52900.
6 Music for Wexford presents Killaloe String Quartet, St. Iberius Church.*
20-22 International Darts Tournament - Crosbie Cedars Hotel. Tel 05332124.
28 Italian Day - Wexford Town. Tel: 053-41131.
28-Mar. 6 Kilmuckridge Drama Festival - Kilmuckridge. Tel: 053-30211.
March
8-14 Drama Festival - St. Michaels Theatre, New Ross. Tel: 051-421255.
8-13 Wexford Drama Festival, Dun Mhuire. Tel: 053-23061.
13 Afternoon Race Meet - Wexford Racecourse.
17 St. Patrick’s Day Parades.
17 Classical Irish Concert, Orchestra Joyce Byrne
Mezzo Soprano with Harp, St. Iberius Church.
April
4 Bach St John Passion, Orchestra Choir and Soloists, St Iberius Church.
John Elwes (Evangelist).*
24-May 1 HMS Pinafore - Wexford Light Opera Society - Theatre Royal,
Wexford.
May
7 Evening Race Meet - Wexford Racecourse.
21-23 AIMS Choral Festival - New Ross. Tel: 051-421766.
29 Evening Race Meet - Wexford Racecourse.
June
1-4 Strawberry Festival, Enniscorthy. www.strawberryfestival.ie
Festival Queen, Music Trail, Kiddies Activities, Street Party.
11 Evening Meet - Wexford Racecourse.
8-10 Mini Open Festival of Food & Golf - St Helen’s Bay, Kilrane. Tel: 05333234
25-27 Byrne / Perry Summer School, Gorey. Tel: 053-59769.
July
1-4 Enniscorthy Rhythm and Roots Music Festival. Tel: 053-44634.
7, 14, 21, 28 Beethoven Summer, 1.05pm, St. Iberius Church.
Featuring Professional Irish Performers.*
8-11 Hooves and Grooves Festival, Wexford. Tel: 053-44634.
Festival of Music and Racing. Music trail, street entertainment.
9 Evening Meet - Wexford Racecourse.
9-18 Eileen Aroon Festival, Bunclody. Tel: 086-8365265.
18 Seafood Festival - Kilmore Quay. Tel: 053-35333.
24 Evening Meet - Wexford Racecourse.
24-25 Fishing Festival - Oakland’s Lake, New Ross. Tel: 051-425195.
(24th, 3-8 pm & 25th, 12-5pm). Pre-entry on or before 1st of July.
23-25 Dunbrody Festival New Ross - Weekend of live, free street
entertainment and exhibitions. Tel: 087-2564576.
August
1 Afternoon Meet - Wexford Racecourse.
14-22 International Sand Sculpting, Duncannon Beach. Tel: 051-389434.
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September
17 RTE Concert Orchestra, Lynda Lee Soprano.
Programme of light classical and well known arias.
Conducted by Prionsius Ó Duinn. Clonard Church, Wexford.*
October
14-31 Wexford Festival Opera.
14-31 Festival Fringe Events, Wexford Town. Tel: 053-22226.
14-31 Craft Fair in Westgate Heritage Centre. Tel: 053-46506.
23 Afternoon Meet - Wexford Racecourse.
24 Afternoon Meet - Wexford Racecourse.
November
TBC Santa Visits Kia-Ora Mini Farm. Tel: 055-21166.
December
1 Piano Quintet. Van Brugh String Quartet, with
Filippo Gamba (piano). St. Iberius Church.*
10-19 Christmas Craft Fair - Westgate Heritage Centre. Tel: 053-46506.
Weekends Santa Visits Kia-Ora Mini Farm. Tel: 055-21166.
24 Carols for all 3.30 pm. St. Iberius Church.* Free of Charge.
* Music for Wexford information from Tel: 053-23923. Email:
quaynote@esatclear.ie
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Entertainment & Social Life in Enniscorthy
Cinema
Slaney Plaza Cinema
Templeshannon, Enniscorthy ph 054 37066
Video
Xtra-vision
Unit 1a/b Bridgepoint Centre, Enniscorthy ph 054 34613
Theatres
The Athenaeum, Enniscorthy
Pubs
John Cogan
Templeshannon Quay, ph 054 33301
Dawsons, The Hillview Bar
Duffrey Hill ph 054 34177
Lawrence Egan
Park Bdge, Clonegal ph 055 29144
Myles Keohe & Sons, Bar & Off License
Castle Hill ph 054 33588
Live Music
Riverside Park, Enniscorthy, Tel 054 37800
Sundays, Wednesdays and Friday’s
Night Clubs
Treacy's Hotel, Templeshannon, Enniscorthy. Tel 054 37798
Benedict's nightclub every weekend
Castle Nite Club
Castle Street ph 054 34551
Movitas Night Club (Kavanagh House Bar)
11/13 Templeshannon ph 054 33647
Social Life Surrounding Areas
Cinema
Savoy Cinema Wexford
The Square Redmond Road, Wexford ph 053 22321
Theatres
St Michael’s Theatre
South Street, New Ross ph 051 421255
Theatre Workshop
12 Lr Bride Street, Wexford ph 053 23950
Wexford Festival Opera
Theatre Royal, High Street, Wexford ph 053 22400
Gorey Theatre Hall
Gorey Little Theatre Shop ph 055 21248
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Pubs
The Sky & The Ground
112 Sth Main Street, Wexford ph 053 21273
The Tack Room
38 Nth Main Street, Wexford ph 053 21669
Live Music
Talbot Hotel
Wexford. Tel 053 22566 Live music in bar Wed, Sat and Sun (12.30-2pm).
The Ferryman, Wexford
Ferrycarrig Hotel
Ferrycarrig, Wexford. Tel 053 20999 Music in the Dry Dock bar weekends.
The Centenary Stores (backroom)
Charlotte Street, Wexford
Nightclubs
The Centenary Stores (backroom)
Charlotte Street, Wexford
Orphan Girl Night Club
Ballymoney, Gorey ph 055 25308
Bodhrans Nite Club
Monck Street, Wexford ph 053 23887
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APPENDIX E – SHOPS & SHOPPING CENTRES
Shopping in Enniscorthy
Booksellers
The Bookshop Group
2 Court Street, ph 054 33822
Gift Shops
Conran Interiors
Rathnure, ph 054 555156
Ladies Fashions
Variations
14 Main Street, ph 054 38074
Image Boutique
11 Castle Street, ph 054 377740
Bridalwear
Wedding Belles Bridal Shop
Kilthomas, Ferns, Tel: 064-66876
Menswear
Murth Walsh
4 Castle Street, Enniscorthy ph 054 37133
Eugene Kavanagh
Templeshannon, Enniscorthy ph 054 33877
Footwear
Billy Doyle
20 Main Street, Enniscorthy ph 054 333710
An Siopa Broga
9 Castle Street, ph 054 34546
JJ Murphy
3/4 Slaney Street ph 054 33994
Department Stores
Dunnes Stores
Rafter Street, ph 054 333242
Sports
Storey Martin Sports Shop
Millpark Road, ph 054 33422
Health Food Shops
Only Natural
6 Castle Street, ph 054 36009
Music Shops
C D Net
9 Rafter Street, ph 054 42160
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Music Net
54 Weafer Street ph 054 37655
Jewellers
Market Square, ph 054 33662
Toys & Games
World of Wonder
2 Court Street, ph 054 33822
Kenny’s of Enniscorthy
Slaney Street, ph 054 333255
Shopping in surrounding areas
Booksellers
The Book Centre
6 Sth Main Street, Wexford ph 053 23543
The Bookshop Group
19-20 Main St, Gorey ph 053 22223
Ladies Fashions
Closet Ladies Fashions
111 Nth Main Street, Wexford ph 053 21969
Sasha
14 Nth Main Street, Wexford ph 052 23002
Mystique
79 Main Street, Gorey ph 055 20889
Menswear
Fitzgerald Menswear
32/34 Sth Main Street, Wexford ph 054 24546
K Rothwell & Sons
Market Square, Bunclody ph 054 77403
Funge’s of Gorey Ltd
17 Main Street, Gorey ph 055 21348
Footwear
Billy Doyle
16 Selskar Street, Wexford ph 053 222042
Charles Pierce Menswear
21 Sth Main Street, Wexford ph 053 222792
Department Stores
Dunnes Stores
Redmond Square, Wexford ph 053 45688
Sth Main Street, Wexford ph 053 23232
Shaw & Sons Ltd
64 Nth Main Street, Wexford ph 053 23110
Record Shops
Baba Records
1 St Michael’s Place, Gorey ph 055 222766
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Toys & Games
World of Wonder
31 Nth Main Street, Wexford ph 056 22223
19-20 Main Street, Gorey ph 055 80188
Computer World
11 Main Street, Gorey ph 055 22711
Jewellers
F. J. Hynes Jewellers
17 Nth Main Street, Wexford ph 053 22736
Walls Jewellers
85 Sth Main Street, Wexford ph 053 21677
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APPENDIX F – SPORTS CLUBS
18 HOLE GOLF COURSES IN CO. WEXFORD
Ballymoney Golf Course
Gorey
Wexford
Courtown Golf Club
Courtown
Wexford
Enniscorthy Golf Club
Enniscorthy
Wexford
New Ross Golf Club
New Ross Town
Wexford
Rosslare Golf Club
Rosslare
Wexford
Seafield Golf & Country Club
Gorey
Wexford
St. Helen's Bay Golf Resort
Wexford
Wexford Golf Club
Wexford
ADVENTURE CENTRES
Quad Attack, Killegney, Clonroche, Enniscorthy
An adventurous and exciting activity for all ages
054 44225
Shielbeggan Outdoor Education
The Hook, Ramsgrange, New Ross
051 389550
ATHLETICS
Kilmore Athletic Club
053 35712
or 053 35797
Slaney Olympic Athletic Club
053 38165
HURLING & FOOTBALL
Hurling & Football Club
GAA Grounds, Enniscorthy
054 33982
RUGBY
Enniscorthy Rugby Club Founded 1912, Jerseys Red White and Black
Ross Road; Enniscorthy Co.Wexford, Telephone +353 54 35677
CYCLING / BIKE HIRE
The Bike Shop
053 22514
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Dace Allen Cycles
053 22516
Raleigh Rent a bike, Kilmore Quay
053 29988
DANCE
Wexford School of Modern Dance
053 43329
EQUESTARIAN CENTRES IN WEXFORD
Curracloe House Equestrian Centre
Curracloe
Wexford
Glenmoor Riding School
Fethard On Sea
Wexford
Horetown Equestrian Centre
Foulksmills
Wexford
Shelmalier Riding Stables
Wexford
Seaview Trekking Centre, Saltmills 051 562239
Wavecrest Riding School, Kilmore 053 35035
SNOOKER & BILLARD CLUB
The 147 Club
65 Sth Main Street, Wexford ph 053 22750
HEALTH AND FITNESS CLUBS
Ferrycarrig Active Club, Wexford
Waterfront Leisure Centre, Enniscorthy
Hookless Leisure Centre, Fethard On Sea
True Fitness Centre, Pines Hotel, Camolin, Enniscorthy
Image Health Studios, Patrick’s Square, Wexford
053 20999
054 34443
051 397329
054 83600
053 21829
HEALTH SPA’S
Ballycoursey Lodge Health Spa ph 054 377736
Anvil House & Therapeutic Centre
Newbawn, Foulksmills, Co Wexford ph 051 565609
PARKS
JFK Arboretum, New Ross (a vast collection of trees and shrubs) 051 388171
Johnstown Castle, Wexford (gardens set against a turreted castle) 053 42888
Kilmokea Gardens, Campile (garden teas and light lunch served) 051 388109
SWIMMING
FREE Blue flag beaches at Curracloe, Duncannon, Courtown and Rosslare
Enniscorthy Swimming Pool and Leisure Complex 054 34443
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Ferrybank Swimming Pool, Wexford 053 43274
Hookless Village Swimming Pool, Fethard On Sea 051 397329
New Ross Swimming Pool 051 421169
Courtown Hotel Swimming Pool
055 25210
WALKING
FREE Sli na Slainte routes in Wexford town, New Ross and Enniscorthy
(watch out for the signs)
054 47740
Guided tours of the Hook region 051 562162
Walking tours of historic Ferns
087 6631380
Guided walks in the Blackstairs mountains 054 77827
Walking tours of Enniscorthy
054 36800
Walking tours of Wexford Town
053 23111
WATERSPORTS
Byrne Boat Hire, Ferrycarrig, Wexford 053 39142
Rosslare Watersports Centre 053 32566
Sheilbaggan Outdoor Education Centre
051 389550
Wexford Harbour Boat and Tennis Club
053 22039
ANGLING
Off new Blackwater Arm at the Crescent Quay, Katts Strand and Wexford Bridge,
Wexford
The Village Market
Kilmore Quay, Wexford ph 053 29860
BEACHES
Katts Strand, Ferrybank and Wexford Harbour.
BIRD WATCHING
One of the most important ornithological sites in Ireland is the grassland and mud
flats of Wexford Slobs and harbour.
GARDENS
Johnstown Castle open daily 09:30-20:30
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APPENDIX G – BANKING FACILITIES
ACC Bank
South St., New Ross
051 421946
45 Nth Main St., Wexford
053 2282
Bunclody
054 77145
1 Slaney Place, Enniscorthy
054 33163
17 Main St., Fethard
052 31408
24 Main St., Gorey
055 21478
57 South St., New Ross
051 421319
Bunclody
054 77157
Carnew
055 26278
Abbey Square, Enniscorthy
054 33158
Ferns
054 66132
Main St., Gorey
055 21393
12 The Quay, New Ross
051 421267
Rosslare Harbour
053 33304
Taghmon
053 34193
Wexford Business Centre, Wexford
053 21365
National Irish Bank
Wexford
053 23755
TSB Bank
73/75 Nth Main St. Wexford
053 41922
17 South St., New Ross
051 422060
22 Rafter St., Enniscorthy
054 36100
103 Main St., Gorey
055 20875
Wexford
053 22733
Allied Irish Bank
Bank of Ireland
Ulster Bank
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