Guidebook for Wexford
Drinks & Nightlife
Neville’s Bar and Kitchen is a Failte Ireland family friendly award winning Gastro Pub and recipient of the Failte Ireland Pubs of distinction award. Neville’s offers more than your typical bar, it offers imaginative, high quality food and drink at reasonable prices in a relaxed, casual atmosphere.
Neville’s is ideally located to explore the ring of Hook and visit major local attractions like the Hook Lighthouse, Loftus Hall , Duncannon Fort, Tintern Abbey and the Colclough Walled Garden.
Excellent food is served daily from 12.30pm in a family friendly environment, eat inside or al fresco. We are committed to using local ingredients and suppliers wherever possible.We have a private room av
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Le Baginbun and Tom Nevilles
Neville’s Bar and Kitchen is a Failte Ireland family friendly award winning Gastro Pub and recipient of the Failte Ireland Pubs of distinction award. Neville’s offers more than your typical bar, it offers imaginative, high quality food and drink at reasonable prices in a relaxed, casual atmosphere.
Neville’s is ideally located to explore the ring of Hook and visit major local attractions like the Hook Lighthouse, Loftus Hall , Duncannon Fort, Tintern Abbey and the Colclough Walled Garden.
Excellent food is served daily from 12.30pm in a family friendly environment, eat inside or al fresco. We are committed to using local ingredients and suppliers wherever possible.We have a private room av
Sightseeing
Hook Lighthouse was recently voted as one of the top ten places to visit in Ireland. Families love the games on the lawns, fun activities on offer year round plus the annual calendar of special events, festivals and late opening occasions which take place.
Hook lighthouse in Wexford offers guided tours all year round of the 800-year-old medieval tower and this is one of the top things to do on Ireland’s Ancient East.
Climb the 115 well-worn steps
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Hook Lighthouse
Hook Lighthouse was recently voted as one of the top ten places to visit in Ireland. Families love the games on the lawns, fun activities on offer year round plus the annual calendar of special events, festivals and late opening occasions which take place.
Hook lighthouse in Wexford offers guided tours all year round of the 800-year-old medieval tower and this is one of the top things to do on Ireland’s Ancient East.
Climb the 115 well-worn steps
Dunbrody Famine Ship is one of the premier tourist attractions in the South East of Ireland. Centred on an authentic reproduction of an 1840’s emigrant vessel, it provides a world-class interpretation of the famine emigrant experience.
Incorporating guided tour, costumed performers and themed exhibitions of the highest quality, ‘The Dunbrody’ provides a unique insight into the bravery and fortitude with which Irish people faced up to a desperate situation.
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Dunbrody Famine Ship and Irish Emigrant Experience
Dunbrody Famine Ship is one of the premier tourist attractions in the South East of Ireland. Centred on an authentic reproduction of an 1840’s emigrant vessel, it provides a world-class interpretation of the famine emigrant experience.
Incorporating guided tour, costumed performers and themed exhibitions of the highest quality, ‘The Dunbrody’ provides a unique insight into the bravery and fortitude with which Irish people faced up to a desperate situation.
A Cistercian abbey, founded c. 1200 by William, the Earl Marshall, and named after Tintern in Wales. The remains consist of nave, chancel, tower, chapel and cloister. It was partly converted into living quarters after 1541, and further adapted over the centuries. The Abbey was occupied by the Colclough family from the 16th century until 1960s.
Location: 16km south of New Ross off the R734 road or 29km from Wexford off the Wexford to Ballyhack road R733
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Tintern Abbey
A Cistercian abbey, founded c. 1200 by William, the Earl Marshall, and named after Tintern in Wales. The remains consist of nave, chancel, tower, chapel and cloister. It was partly converted into living quarters after 1541, and further adapted over the centuries. The Abbey was occupied by the Colclough family from the 16th century until 1960s.
Location: 16km south of New Ross off the R734 road or 29km from Wexford off the Wexford to Ballyhack road R733
Visit Loftus Hall and take a tour of this abandoned haunted house with a dark and troubled history. The house remains in its abandoned state since the departure of its previous owner. Let our tour guides take you through the ground floor of Loftus Hall on an interactive tour.
It is claimed that the phrase is derived from a vow to take Waterford by Hook (on the Wexford side of the estuary) or by Crook (a village on the Waterford side) made by Oliver Cromwell.
Loftus Hall is a large mansion house on the Hook peninsula, County Wexford, Ireland. It is said to have been haunted by the devil and by the ghost of a young woman.
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Loftus Hall
Visit Loftus Hall and take a tour of this abandoned haunted house with a dark and troubled history. The house remains in its abandoned state since the departure of its previous owner. Let our tour guides take you through the ground floor of Loftus Hall on an interactive tour.
It is claimed that the phrase is derived from a vow to take Waterford by Hook (on the Wexford side of the estuary) or by Crook (a village on the Waterford side) made by Oliver Cromwell.
Loftus Hall is a large mansion house on the Hook peninsula, County Wexford, Ireland. It is said to have been haunted by the devil and by the ghost of a young woman.
Parks & Nature
Dedicated to the memory of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, President of the United States from 1960 to 1963, the Arboretum is a plant collection of international standing. It covers 252 hectares (623 acres) on the southern slopes and summit of Slievecoiltia. It contains 4,500 types of trees and shrubs from all temperate regions of the world, planted in botanical sequence. There are 200 forest plots grouped by continent. Special features include an Ericaceous Garden, (with 500 different rhododendrons, and many varieties of azaleas and heathers), dwarf conifers, hedges, ground covers and climbing plants. The lake is the most popular part of the Arboretum, and is a haven for waterfowl. A road provides
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John F Kennedy Arboretum
Dedicated to the memory of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, President of the United States from 1960 to 1963, the Arboretum is a plant collection of international standing. It covers 252 hectares (623 acres) on the southern slopes and summit of Slievecoiltia. It contains 4,500 types of trees and shrubs from all temperate regions of the world, planted in botanical sequence. There are 200 forest plots grouped by continent. Special features include an Ericaceous Garden, (with 500 different rhododendrons, and many varieties of azaleas and heathers), dwarf conifers, hedges, ground covers and climbing plants. The lake is the most popular part of the Arboretum, and is a haven for waterfowl. A road provides
Shopping
Dillons
Everything you need can be purchased locally in Dillons
Food Scene
Since opening in 2005, Billy Whitty's & Joanne Harding's Aldridge Lodge has received numerous awards and critical acclaim. This small restaurant and guest accommodation is holder of a prestigious Michelin Bib Gourmand since 2007, two AA Rosettes for food since 2016, 4 AA Diamonds for the guest rooms 2016 and has won many Food and Wine Magazine awards and Sunday Independant Life Magazine awards to mention but a few. Daily changing menus, local and home-grown produce, excellent value for money make this restaurant widely regarded among the best in the country.
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Aldridge Lodge
Since opening in 2005, Billy Whitty's & Joanne Harding's Aldridge Lodge has received numerous awards and critical acclaim. This small restaurant and guest accommodation is holder of a prestigious Michelin Bib Gourmand since 2007, two AA Rosettes for food since 2016, 4 AA Diamonds for the guest rooms 2016 and has won many Food and Wine Magazine awards and Sunday Independant Life Magazine awards to mention but a few. Daily changing menus, local and home-grown produce, excellent value for money make this restaurant widely regarded among the best in the country.
Entertainment & Activities
Carnivan Beach is located a few kilometres beyond the town of Fethard-On-Sea, a 5 minute drive from Baginbun beach and is a very attractive, clean and secluded beach. The entrance to Carnivan beach is a very narrow lane along the coast line with two parking areas with a beautiful view overlooking both sides of the beach. A costal track connects both Baginbun and Carnivan beaches that allows for hiking and cycling which is an activity that is not to be missed. The beach is enclosed with cliffs on either side which makes it very sheltered against the Northerly winds. The beach is used for surfing, body boarding and wind surfing that may cater to you if you are interested in these activities bu
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Carnivan Bay
Carnivan Beach is located a few kilometres beyond the town of Fethard-On-Sea, a 5 minute drive from Baginbun beach and is a very attractive, clean and secluded beach. The entrance to Carnivan beach is a very narrow lane along the coast line with two parking areas with a beautiful view overlooking both sides of the beach. A costal track connects both Baginbun and Carnivan beaches that allows for hiking and cycling which is an activity that is not to be missed. The beach is enclosed with cliffs on either side which makes it very sheltered against the Northerly winds. The beach is used for surfing, body boarding and wind surfing that may cater to you if you are interested in these activities bu
Established in 1905 New Ross Golf Club is a mature parkland golf course situated between the scenic Barrow and Nore valleys with the magnificent Brandon and Blackstairs mountains providing the backdrop.
New Ross is one of the driest golf courses in South East Ireland, rarely closed due to bad weather and therefore can be enjoyed throughout the year. The Par 70/73 golf course provides a great test for all abilities, with tree lined fairways and superbly contoured greens complemented by a number of water hazards.
We welcome all golfers - individuals, societies and corporate groups and our fantastic course is complemented by a wide range of clubhouse facilities including the restaurant, our cl
New Ross Golf Club
Established in 1905 New Ross Golf Club is a mature parkland golf course situated between the scenic Barrow and Nore valleys with the magnificent Brandon and Blackstairs mountains providing the backdrop.
New Ross is one of the driest golf courses in South East Ireland, rarely closed due to bad weather and therefore can be enjoyed throughout the year. The Par 70/73 golf course provides a great test for all abilities, with tree lined fairways and superbly contoured greens complemented by a number of water hazards.
We welcome all golfers - individuals, societies and corporate groups and our fantastic course is complemented by a wide range of clubhouse facilities including the restaurant, our cl
Abbey par 3, 18 hole golf dourse Competitions for men, women and. children. Club and trolley hire available, also golf accessories. Private lessons available from Brian Murphy, golf professional.
Outdoor deck has excellent views over the greens. Bright and spacious indoor seating that is perfect for golf societies. The clubhouse is the ideal place for to enjoy a tea, coffee and snack.
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Abbey Par 3
Abbey par 3, 18 hole golf dourse Competitions for men, women and. children. Club and trolley hire available, also golf accessories. Private lessons available from Brian Murphy, golf professional.
Outdoor deck has excellent views over the greens. Bright and spacious indoor seating that is perfect for golf societies. The clubhouse is the ideal place for to enjoy a tea, coffee and snack.
Essentials
SuperValu is part of the Musgrave Group, Ireland’s largest grocery and food distributor. With 193 independently owned stores throughout Ireland, SuperValu has served the people of Ireland for over 30 years and has become a well established landmark across Irish communities
Opening Hours:
Mon 8am - 7pm
Tue 8am - 7pm
Wed 8am - 7pm
Thu 8am - 9pm
Fri 8am - 7pm
Sat 8am - 7pm
Sun 8am - 7pm
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Wallaces SuperValu Wellingtonbridge
Main StreetSuperValu is part of the Musgrave Group, Ireland’s largest grocery and food distributor. With 193 independently owned stores throughout Ireland, SuperValu has served the people of Ireland for over 30 years and has become a well established landmark across Irish communities
Opening Hours:
Mon 8am - 7pm
Tue 8am - 7pm
Wed 8am - 7pm
Thu 8am - 9pm
Fri 8am - 7pm
Sat 8am - 7pm
Sun 8am - 7pm