The origins of Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum and Gardens date back to the 12th century, but the present castle now consists of an 18th century core with extensions in the Gothic Revival style added in the period 1830-60. The castle was once home…

A mosaic of St Andrew that survives in St Patrick’s Church in Rosslare remembers the ‘saints’ that sailed between Wales and Ireland for the first sixty years of the crossing. Four vessels were initially commissioned by the Great Western Railway: the…

Located in the heart of Rosslare Strand, Coast Hotel is a modern and welcoming hotel ideal for overnight and longer stays! Whether passing through en route to Rosslare Europort (a quick 10 minute drive) or as a base for exploring the beautiful…

There are many exciting activities to experience including High Ropes Course, Battlezone Archery Tag, Crate Stacking, Archery, Challenge Course, Kayaking, Raft Building and much more. With their tagline “Feel Every Moment” each person will be able…

Located just ten minutes from the beach, Hazelwood Stables is set in an idyllic location in the quiet countryside of Ballycronnigan, Kilrane, County Wexford. In addition to delivering regular and occasional lessons to the locals and visitors alike,…

As Wexford’s only maritime museum, the Rosslare Harbour Maritime Heritage Centre is ideally located for a stop when passing through the village. Whether you’re heading towards or leaving the port, or if you’re spending time in Rosslare Harbour, the…

Located in the heart of Rosslare Harbour Village, The Garden Café is a spacious warm restaurant with a big heart and delicious food. Ideally located just off the stunning coastal cliff walk, the Garden Café is open from 8:30am until 4pm weekdays and…

There is a song by the folk rock band The Waterboys called ‘This is the Sea’. It concerns the changes in life, using the sea as a metaphor: Once you were tethered, Now you are free, That was the river, This is the sea. For some reason I had those…

The prolific Dutch photographer and journalist Willem van de Poll (1895-1970) visited Rosslare on at least two occasions in 1930 and 1932. During this period and leading up to the Second World War, he established his international reputation as…

The collection has examples of the work of several local model makers Their remarkable skill and artistry is easily understood by visitors of all ages. There are two particularly fine models, described as ‘perfect in every detail’ and ‘a true scale…