Donna’s guidebook

Sightseeing

Hook Lighthouse

There is a beautiful walk from Slade harbour to the lighthouse.

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Hook Lighthouse

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There is a beautiful walk from Slade harbour to the lighthouse.

Blackstairs Mountains

Beautiful Mountain Range to walk!

Blackstairs Mountains

Beautiful Mountain Range to walk!

The National 1798 Visitor Centre

Opening Hours: Monday - Friday: 9.30am-5pm Weekends - 12pm-5pm Last admission each day at 4.15pm. Weekends and Bank Holiday: Closed. Parnell Road, Enniscorthy, County Wexford, Ireland Fanned by flames of Revolution in America and France, the events of 1798 in Ireland are etched forever on Irish history. Vividly re-told in an exciting interpretation of events the “Rebellion Experience” at The National 1798 Rebellion Centre is not to be missed. On your visit, you will meet the key figures of the Rebellion, participate in our state of the art 4D battle of Vinegar Hill Experience, discover how weapons from the period worked and learn in gruesome detail how some 20,000 insurgents faced the might of 10,000 well-trained and well-armed Crown Forces.

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The National 1798 Visitor Centre

Mill Park Road

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Opening Hours: Monday - Friday: 9.30am-5pm Weekends - 12pm-5pm Last admission each day at 4.15pm. Weekends and Bank Holiday: Closed. Parnell Road, Enniscorthy, County Wexford, Ireland Fanned by flames of Revolution in America and France, the events of 1798 in Ireland are etched forever on Irish history. Vividly re-told in an exciting interpretation of events the “Rebellion Experience” at The National 1798 Rebellion Centre is not to be missed. On your visit, you will meet the key figures of the Rebellion, participate in our state of the art 4D battle of Vinegar Hill Experience, discover how weapons from the period worked and learn in gruesome detail how some 20,000 insurgents faced the might of 10,000 well-trained and well-armed Crown Forces.

حديقة التراث الوطني الإيرلندية

Opening Hours: Open 7 days a week Ferrycarrig, Co. Wexford Y35 X313 JUNE OPENING HOURS: 9.30 to 5.30 pm (last admissions 4 pm). Located on the banks of the picturesque River Slaney, ‘The Irish National Heritage Park’ truly is the cornerstone of ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’. An outdoor museum depicting 9,000 years of re-created Irish History situated within natural forestry & wet woodlands. Take an unforgettable journey through Ireland’s past and experience stories, sights and sounds that shaped our country. The world you enter is an authentic recreation of Ireland’s heritage. Homesteads, places of ritual, burial modes and long forgotten remains will enlighten the casual visitor and interest the scholar. Activities for kids include: • Trials of Tuan • Activity Scramble • Archery (Seasonal) • Adventure Playground Onsite, The Park boasts the award winning ‘Fulacht Fiadh Restaurant’. Our friendly staff are always ready to give you a warm welcome and a hearty meal. Serving traditional home cooked meals, light bites, desserts and specialty teas & coffees there is something to suit every palate. A visit to the Irish National Heritage Park is like no other you can imagine. An array of interesting and entertaining guided tours are available. The Irish National Heritage Park is located just 30 minutes from Rosslare Europort and approximately an hour from the historic cities of Waterford & Kilkenny. Facilities include FREE car parking on site, mobility scooter hire, changing facilities and Bureau de Change. Please note Guide Dogs only.

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حديقة التراث الوطني الإيرلندية

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Opening Hours: Open 7 days a week Ferrycarrig, Co. Wexford Y35 X313 JUNE OPENING HOURS: 9.30 to 5.30 pm (last admissions 4 pm). Located on the banks of the picturesque River Slaney, ‘The Irish National Heritage Park’ truly is the cornerstone of ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’. An outdoor museum depicting 9,000 years of re-created Irish History situated within natural forestry & wet woodlands. Take an unforgettable journey through Ireland’s past and experience stories, sights and sounds that shaped our country. The world you enter is an authentic recreation of Ireland’s heritage. Homesteads, places of ritual, burial modes and long forgotten remains will enlighten the casual visitor and interest the scholar. Activities for kids include: • Trials of Tuan • Activity Scramble • Archery (Seasonal) • Adventure Playground Onsite, The Park boasts the award winning ‘Fulacht Fiadh Restaurant’. Our friendly staff are always ready to give you a warm welcome and a hearty meal. Serving traditional home cooked meals, light bites, desserts and specialty teas & coffees there is something to suit every palate. A visit to the Irish National Heritage Park is like no other you can imagine. An array of interesting and entertaining guided tours are available. The Irish National Heritage Park is located just 30 minutes from Rosslare Europort and approximately an hour from the historic cities of Waterford & Kilkenny. Facilities include FREE car parking on site, mobility scooter hire, changing facilities and Bureau de Change. Please note Guide Dogs only.

Vinegar Hill

The most famous site of the 1798 Rebellion, its current peace, serenity and spectacular views belies its background as one of the bloodiest battlefields in Irish history. 20,000 men, women and children faced 10,000 members of the Crown forces in a battle that lasted only four hours, but left 1,500 dead in a county distraught. Vinegar Hill sits at the top of Enniscorthy, giving visitors a spectacular panoramic view of the town, its surrounding townslands and the River Slaney. It is free to visit and you can stay and admire the views for as long as you like.

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Vinegar Hill

Vinegar Hill Lane

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The most famous site of the 1798 Rebellion, its current peace, serenity and spectacular views belies its background as one of the bloodiest battlefields in Irish history. 20,000 men, women and children faced 10,000 members of the Crown forces in a battle that lasted only four hours, but left 1,500 dead in a county distraught. Vinegar Hill sits at the top of Enniscorthy, giving visitors a spectacular panoramic view of the town, its surrounding townslands and the River Slaney. It is free to visit and you can stay and admire the views for as long as you like.

Dunbrody Famine Ship and Irish Emigrant Experience

Opening Hours: Open 7 days a week from 9am - 6pm. Last tour at 4pm. New Ross, County Wexford, Y34 A786, Ireland Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience & Restaurant New Ross, Co. Wexford *Tours will resume Mid June* The Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience is a spectacular feature of the New Ross quayside. There are some tourist attractions that cant be missed and The Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience In New Ross, Co. Wexford is one of them. The Dunbrody Famine Ship & Irish Emigrant Experience visitor centre is the perfect stop on any tour of the south-east of Ireland. This ship is an authentic reproduction of an 1840’s emigrant vessel, it provides a world class interpretation of the famine emigrant experience. Moored on the bank of the River Barrow this award winning and world unique tourist attraction allows visitors to take a trip with a difference by travelling in time. From the moment of departing on a tour, the visitor is transported back to the 1840s and given a personal sense of the sadness and excitement felt by the famine emigrants setting sail for a new life and leaving behind poverty and despair. Explore the spectacular Dunbrody Famine Ship above and below deck, step back in time as costumed performers set the scene for a journey that transformed the lives of thousands and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of a real life famine ship. As well as the ship’s tour, the Dunbrody Visitor Centre houses a charming river-view restaurant and the Irish America Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame commemorates the critical contribution made by Irish men and women to U.S history, as well as acknowledging the continuing contribution of contemporary Irish Americans. The guided tour of the ship features costumed performers and themed exhibitions of the highest quality and provides a unique insight into the bravery and fortitude with which Irish people faced up to a desperate situation. Stroll along the newly developed quayside featuring public art and sculptures, incorporating The John F. Kennedy memorial wall and statue and the spectacular Emigrant Flame, which was lit from JFK’S grave at Arlington National Cemetary.

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Dunbrody Famine Ship and Irish Emigrant Experience

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Opening Hours: Open 7 days a week from 9am - 6pm. Last tour at 4pm. New Ross, County Wexford, Y34 A786, Ireland Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience & Restaurant New Ross, Co. Wexford *Tours will resume Mid June* The Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience is a spectacular feature of the New Ross quayside. There are some tourist attractions that cant be missed and The Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience In New Ross, Co. Wexford is one of them. The Dunbrody Famine Ship & Irish Emigrant Experience visitor centre is the perfect stop on any tour of the south-east of Ireland. This ship is an authentic reproduction of an 1840’s emigrant vessel, it provides a world class interpretation of the famine emigrant experience. Moored on the bank of the River Barrow this award winning and world unique tourist attraction allows visitors to take a trip with a difference by travelling in time. From the moment of departing on a tour, the visitor is transported back to the 1840s and given a personal sense of the sadness and excitement felt by the famine emigrants setting sail for a new life and leaving behind poverty and despair. Explore the spectacular Dunbrody Famine Ship above and below deck, step back in time as costumed performers set the scene for a journey that transformed the lives of thousands and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of a real life famine ship. As well as the ship’s tour, the Dunbrody Visitor Centre houses a charming river-view restaurant and the Irish America Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame commemorates the critical contribution made by Irish men and women to U.S history, as well as acknowledging the continuing contribution of contemporary Irish Americans. The guided tour of the ship features costumed performers and themed exhibitions of the highest quality and provides a unique insight into the bravery and fortitude with which Irish people faced up to a desperate situation. Stroll along the newly developed quayside featuring public art and sculptures, incorporating The John F. Kennedy memorial wall and statue and the spectacular Emigrant Flame, which was lit from JFK’S grave at Arlington National Cemetary.

حديقة جون إف كينيدي النباتية

Opening Hours: Open 7 days a week from 10am - 5pm Ballysop, New Ross, Co. Wexford Y34 KA48 Dedicated to the memory of U.S President John F. Kennedy, the John F. Kennedy Memorial Park stretches across 623 acres, near New Ross in County Wexford. This tranquil arboretum features over 500 different rhododendron and azaleas and an internationally important collection of over 4,500 different trees and shrubs, some of which are very rare. A small islet-studded lake on the site is home to large numbers of mallard, moorhen and rudd, while a nearby magnolia collection contains some outstanding specimens. Forest plots at John F. Kennedy Memorial Park are divided into areas containing trees from each of the five continents of the world. The ideal place for a reflective ramble, the park features woodland walks, a playground, tree houses and a lake with ducks and fish. A miniature train and a pony and trap operate during high season, while six different counties can be seen from the spectacular viewing points on nearby Slieve Coillte. Group guided walks of the memorial are provided by arrangement in advance.

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حديقة جون إف كينيدي النباتية

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Opening Hours: Open 7 days a week from 10am - 5pm Ballysop, New Ross, Co. Wexford Y34 KA48 Dedicated to the memory of U.S President John F. Kennedy, the John F. Kennedy Memorial Park stretches across 623 acres, near New Ross in County Wexford. This tranquil arboretum features over 500 different rhododendron and azaleas and an internationally important collection of over 4,500 different trees and shrubs, some of which are very rare. A small islet-studded lake on the site is home to large numbers of mallard, moorhen and rudd, while a nearby magnolia collection contains some outstanding specimens. Forest plots at John F. Kennedy Memorial Park are divided into areas containing trees from each of the five continents of the world. The ideal place for a reflective ramble, the park features woodland walks, a playground, tree houses and a lake with ducks and fish. A miniature train and a pony and trap operate during high season, while six different counties can be seen from the spectacular viewing points on nearby Slieve Coillte. Group guided walks of the memorial are provided by arrangement in advance.

Borris House

A beautiful and historic Irish country house, Borris House is located in some of the most spectacular scenery Ireland has to offer. Known as a jewel in the crown of Carlow, it is popular Irish attraction both locally and across the country. Situated in the beautiful Barrow Valley in County Carlow, Borris House is one of the more picturesque country houses in Ireland. A stroll through the lush woodlands and gardens and a tour of Borris House will leave visitors feeling like they’ve stepped back in time to their very own Downton Abbey. Constructed in the Tudor style, Borris House was built in 1731 by Morgan Kavanagh. It is the hereditary home of the MacMorrough Kavanagh family, former Celtic kings of Leinster, and the famous 12th century Kavanagh Charter Horn remains on display in the house today. In 1798 it was badly damaged but was carefully restored in 1820 by Richard and William Vitruvius Morrison. Visitors can take the Borris House guided tour that covers all aspects of its history, from the original 15th century castle right up to the present. The tour also takes in the rich history of the MacMorrough Kavanagh family who helped shape the house, estate and village of Borris as it appears today. The ornate Stapleton ceilings and the Chapel of St Moling are both architectural highlights, as is the antique furniture, carpets, porcelain, silver and paintings on display. A not-for-profit famine lace industry was founded at Borris House by Lady Harriet Kavanagh to provide employment for the women of the village during the Great Famine of Ireland in the 19th century—today’s visitors will hear this famous story and see a small selection of Borris Lace for themselves. A walk through the gardens of Borris House will take in the breathtaking views of Mount Leinster, the Blackstairs Mountains and the Barrow Valley. The newly-established Lace Garden takes inspiration from Borris Lace, using symbols and shapes from the lace as well as a white colour palette of plants. In the parkland and church paddock, visitors will find a rich selection of stunning trees like the Lebanon cedar, fern leaf beech and tulip tree, as well as some exotic trees, shrubs and flora. Around the house, visitors can walk along the woodland paths, enjoy the fairy trail along the way and visit the 18th century ice house. Borris House is a great destination for the whole family—children can enjoy the educational trails and complete activity booklets, available as part of the entrance ticket. It is advised to contact the property directly prior to making arrangements to visit. Refer to the website for additional information and admission rates. • Tours between October and May can be made by appointment. Please Call.

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Borris House

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A beautiful and historic Irish country house, Borris House is located in some of the most spectacular scenery Ireland has to offer. Known as a jewel in the crown of Carlow, it is popular Irish attraction both locally and across the country. Situated in the beautiful Barrow Valley in County Carlow, Borris House is one of the more picturesque country houses in Ireland. A stroll through the lush woodlands and gardens and a tour of Borris House will leave visitors feeling like they’ve stepped back in time to their very own Downton Abbey. Constructed in the Tudor style, Borris House was built in 1731 by Morgan Kavanagh. It is the hereditary home of the MacMorrough Kavanagh family, former Celtic kings of Leinster, and the famous 12th century Kavanagh Charter Horn remains on display in the house today. In 1798 it was badly damaged but was carefully restored in 1820 by Richard and William Vitruvius Morrison. Visitors can take the Borris House guided tour that covers all aspects of its history, from the original 15th century castle right up to the present. The tour also takes in the rich history of the MacMorrough Kavanagh family who helped shape the house, estate and village of Borris as it appears today. The ornate Stapleton ceilings and the Chapel of St Moling are both architectural highlights, as is the antique furniture, carpets, porcelain, silver and paintings on display. A not-for-profit famine lace industry was founded at Borris House by Lady Harriet Kavanagh to provide employment for the women of the village during the Great Famine of Ireland in the 19th century—today’s visitors will hear this famous story and see a small selection of Borris Lace for themselves. A walk through the gardens of Borris House will take in the breathtaking views of Mount Leinster, the Blackstairs Mountains and the Barrow Valley. The newly-established Lace Garden takes inspiration from Borris Lace, using symbols and shapes from the lace as well as a white colour palette of plants. In the parkland and church paddock, visitors will find a rich selection of stunning trees like the Lebanon cedar, fern leaf beech and tulip tree, as well as some exotic trees, shrubs and flora. Around the house, visitors can walk along the woodland paths, enjoy the fairy trail along the way and visit the 18th century ice house. Borris House is a great destination for the whole family—children can enjoy the educational trails and complete activity booklets, available as part of the entrance ticket. It is advised to contact the property directly prior to making arrangements to visit. Refer to the website for additional information and admission rates. • Tours between October and May can be made by appointment. Please Call.

Berkeley Costume & Toy Museum

The Berkeley Costume and Toy Museum houses 18th and 19th Century toys, costumes, toy carriages, embroidered textiles and rare dolls, many of them from Irish families. A small pretty garden is included in the visit. Victorian goat carriage rides are available for children on occasion

Berkeley Costume & Toy Museum

The Berkeley Costume and Toy Museum houses 18th and 19th Century toys, costumes, toy carriages, embroidered textiles and rare dolls, many of them from Irish families. A small pretty garden is included in the visit. Victorian goat carriage rides are available for children on occasion

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A large and beautiful estate covering 16 hectares in total, Altamont Gardens is laid out in the style of William Robinson, which strives for ‘honest simplicity’. The design situates an excellent plant collection perfectly within the natural landscape. For example, there are lawns and sculpted yews that slope down to a lake ringed by rare trees and rhododendrons. A fascinating walk through the Arboretum, Bog Garden and Ice Age Glen, sheltered by ancient oaks and flanked by huge stone outcrops, leads to the banks of the River Slaney. Visit in summer to experience the glorious perfume of roses and herbaceous plants in the air. With their sensitive balance of formal and informal, nature and artistry, Altamont Gardens have a unique – and wholly enchanting – character.

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حدائق ألتامونت

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A large and beautiful estate covering 16 hectares in total, Altamont Gardens is laid out in the style of William Robinson, which strives for ‘honest simplicity’. The design situates an excellent plant collection perfectly within the natural landscape. For example, there are lawns and sculpted yews that slope down to a lake ringed by rare trees and rhododendrons. A fascinating walk through the Arboretum, Bog Garden and Ice Age Glen, sheltered by ancient oaks and flanked by huge stone outcrops, leads to the banks of the River Slaney. Visit in summer to experience the glorious perfume of roses and herbaceous plants in the air. With their sensitive balance of formal and informal, nature and artistry, Altamont Gardens have a unique – and wholly enchanting – character.

Woodville House and Gardens

Woodville House and Gardens are situated on a working farm just two miles from New Ross, County Wexford. The Georgian house belongs to the Roche Family who have lived here since 1876. The current owner Gerald Roche and his mother maintain the enchanting gardens, mature grounds and water garden which make this a truly delightful place to visit.

Woodville House and Gardens

Woodville House and Gardens are situated on a working farm just two miles from New Ross, County Wexford. The Georgian house belongs to the Roche Family who have lived here since 1876. The current owner Gerald Roche and his mother maintain the enchanting gardens, mature grounds and water garden which make this a truly delightful place to visit.

Duncannon Fort

Duncannon Fort is an impressive presentation of a bastioned fortress perched on the side of the stunning Hook Peninsula, County Wexford, part of Ireland’s Ancient East. This historic structure has gathered countless intriguing and awe inspiring stories over its 450 year history and holds one of the best vantage points to take in the beautiful Waterford Estuary from. Duncannon Fort closed for the season on Sunday 28th August 2016. Thank you for all the support this season. *Hook Tourism is a not for profit organisation. All funds raised contribute to providing these guided tours and to the development of tourism on the Hook.

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Duncannon Fort

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Duncannon Fort is an impressive presentation of a bastioned fortress perched on the side of the stunning Hook Peninsula, County Wexford, part of Ireland’s Ancient East. This historic structure has gathered countless intriguing and awe inspiring stories over its 450 year history and holds one of the best vantage points to take in the beautiful Waterford Estuary from. Duncannon Fort closed for the season on Sunday 28th August 2016. Thank you for all the support this season. *Hook Tourism is a not for profit organisation. All funds raised contribute to providing these guided tours and to the development of tourism on the Hook.

متحف وحدائق قلعة جونستاون

Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens, outside Wexford town in Ireland’s southeast, is not only a significant property of national importance but a place of great romantic charm and tranquility. The spectacular lake walks, walled gardens and sculptures all offer the beautiful setting for the great 19th-century castle. The Irish Agricultural Museum is onsite and holds one of the most comprehensive displays of farming and rural life in the country, the Irish Agricultural Museum and Johnstown Castle Gardens make a wonderful day out for all the family - whatever the weather. The beautifully maintained ornamental gardens surrounding the castle extend to 40 hectares and feature three lakes, a walled garden and a resident family of peacocks.

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متحف وحدائق قلعة جونستاون

Oldtown Lane

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Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens, outside Wexford town in Ireland’s southeast, is not only a significant property of national importance but a place of great romantic charm and tranquility. The spectacular lake walks, walled gardens and sculptures all offer the beautiful setting for the great 19th-century castle. The Irish Agricultural Museum is onsite and holds one of the most comprehensive displays of farming and rural life in the country, the Irish Agricultural Museum and Johnstown Castle Gardens make a wonderful day out for all the family - whatever the weather. The beautifully maintained ornamental gardens surrounding the castle extend to 40 hectares and feature three lakes, a walled garden and a resident family of peacocks.

Dunbrody Abbey Garden

Dunbrody Abbey (Irish: Mainistir Dhún Bróithe) is a former Cistercian monastery in County Wexford, Ireland.[1][2][3] The cross-shaped church was built in the 13th century, and the tower was added in the 15th century. With a length of 59m the church is one of the longest in Ireland. The visitor centre is run by the current Marquess of Donegall and has one of only two full sized hedge mazes in Ireland.

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Dunbrody Abbey Garden

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Dunbrody Abbey (Irish: Mainistir Dhún Bróithe) is a former Cistercian monastery in County Wexford, Ireland.[1][2][3] The cross-shaped church was built in the 13th century, and the tower was added in the 15th century. With a length of 59m the church is one of the longest in Ireland. The visitor centre is run by the current Marquess of Donegall and has one of only two full sized hedge mazes in Ireland.

Bree Hill

Bree Hill is a Coillte forest which is noted for its aesthetic and recreational value. The geology of the hill is Ordovician rhyolite, a silica rich rock which was produced by a volcanic eruption roughly 400 million years ago. During this period the newly formed hill was probably a small island surrounded by a warm, tropical sea. Bree Hill features three looped walks, individually waymarked, which start at the trailhead at the car park of Bree Community Centre in the village of Bree. These routes provide 23 km of mixed forest trails, offering peace and tranquillity and beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. It is important to note that Bree Hill is a designated venue for mountain biking and although the mountain bike trails are not part of the walking routes, one needs to be aware that some mountain bike paths cross the walking trails at a few points and due care should to be taken. Bree Hill was once part of the Alcock Estate at Wilton Castle and was a working forest before Coillte took it over. There were two lodges on the hill for the foresters and the Beech trees seen on the Ballybrittas Walk and the Beech Walk were part of that forest. It is also interesting to note that a 17th century road crossed over Bree Hill, the remains of which can be seen on the western side of the hill.

Bree Hill

Bree Hill is a Coillte forest which is noted for its aesthetic and recreational value. The geology of the hill is Ordovician rhyolite, a silica rich rock which was produced by a volcanic eruption roughly 400 million years ago. During this period the newly formed hill was probably a small island surrounded by a warm, tropical sea. Bree Hill features three looped walks, individually waymarked, which start at the trailhead at the car park of Bree Community Centre in the village of Bree. These routes provide 23 km of mixed forest trails, offering peace and tranquillity and beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. It is important to note that Bree Hill is a designated venue for mountain biking and although the mountain bike trails are not part of the walking routes, one needs to be aware that some mountain bike paths cross the walking trails at a few points and due care should to be taken. Bree Hill was once part of the Alcock Estate at Wilton Castle and was a working forest before Coillte took it over. There were two lodges on the hill for the foresters and the Beech trees seen on the Ballybrittas Walk and the Beech Walk were part of that forest. It is also interesting to note that a 17th century road crossed over Bree Hill, the remains of which can be seen on the western side of the hill.

Kelly's Wood

The Oaklands trail is set in a tranquil looped walk around a natural oak-dominated wood, elevated in part and overlooking a fishing pond. There is also a linear spur trail which leads to an old stone limekiln and icehouse. Kelly’s Wood (Oaklands) was the seat of the Tyndall family who descended from John Tyndall of Gloucestershire, who came to Ireland during the Cromwellian campaign and had a grant of land confirmed to him in 1668. His wife was Isabelle de Rinzy from Wexford. The house was destroyed by fire in 1957, but remains of the icehouse and limekiln can be found in the woodlands. The wood is now managed by Coillte and Oaklands is a good example of wet woodlands which are important for the less conspicuous elements of biodiversity, i.e. insects and lichens. In wet areas, depending on factors such as degree of water logging and soil pH, wet-loving trees such as willows, birch and alder thrive.

Kelly's Wood

The Oaklands trail is set in a tranquil looped walk around a natural oak-dominated wood, elevated in part and overlooking a fishing pond. There is also a linear spur trail which leads to an old stone limekiln and icehouse. Kelly’s Wood (Oaklands) was the seat of the Tyndall family who descended from John Tyndall of Gloucestershire, who came to Ireland during the Cromwellian campaign and had a grant of land confirmed to him in 1668. His wife was Isabelle de Rinzy from Wexford. The house was destroyed by fire in 1957, but remains of the icehouse and limekiln can be found in the woodlands. The wood is now managed by Coillte and Oaklands is a good example of wet woodlands which are important for the less conspicuous elements of biodiversity, i.e. insects and lichens. In wet areas, depending on factors such as degree of water logging and soil pH, wet-loving trees such as willows, birch and alder thrive.

Saltee Islands

A trip to the Saltee Islands is a popular day out. It is advisable to book your place on the ferry well in advance, especially during the peak summer months of July and August. The Saltee Islands are one of the most recognizable landmarks of the south Wexford coastline. Just 5 km from Kilmore Quay, the islands are home to an array of seabirds such as puffins, gannets, guillemots, razorbills, fulmars, manx shearwater, gulls as well as many other species of wildlife. The gannet colony on the cliffs at the Southwest corner of the island is one of the three main colonies found in Ireland. A wonderfully wild landscape, the islands are home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. Bluebells cover the islands in early summer. The path from the landing point leads you to Prince Michael’s throne and obelisk. Old stone walls dot the landscape, a reminder to times past when the islands were farmed by its inhabitants. A Special Area of Conservation, the islands are a unique place to visit. Bookings can be made by sending a text message to Declan on 087 252 9736 Daily Departures (subject to weather and seasonality) Please confirm your departure time when booking Other times by arrangement Ferry Departs from Kilmore Quay marina Note: There is a chance your feet will get wet at the landing point – please bring appropriate footwear or be prepared to remove your shoes and go barefoot. There are no facilities on the island.

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Saltee Islands

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A trip to the Saltee Islands is a popular day out. It is advisable to book your place on the ferry well in advance, especially during the peak summer months of July and August. The Saltee Islands are one of the most recognizable landmarks of the south Wexford coastline. Just 5 km from Kilmore Quay, the islands are home to an array of seabirds such as puffins, gannets, guillemots, razorbills, fulmars, manx shearwater, gulls as well as many other species of wildlife. The gannet colony on the cliffs at the Southwest corner of the island is one of the three main colonies found in Ireland. A wonderfully wild landscape, the islands are home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. Bluebells cover the islands in early summer. The path from the landing point leads you to Prince Michael’s throne and obelisk. Old stone walls dot the landscape, a reminder to times past when the islands were farmed by its inhabitants. A Special Area of Conservation, the islands are a unique place to visit. Bookings can be made by sending a text message to Declan on 087 252 9736 Daily Departures (subject to weather and seasonality) Please confirm your departure time when booking Other times by arrangement Ferry Departs from Kilmore Quay marina Note: There is a chance your feet will get wet at the landing point – please bring appropriate footwear or be prepared to remove your shoes and go barefoot. There are no facilities on the island.