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Sightseeing and visiting (Wexford Town) - Castle Wexford
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Sightseeing and visiting (Wexford Town) - coast
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Accommodation_Wexford
A
popular destination for a weekend by the seaside, counties Wexford and
Waterford are the warmest and driest of Ireland. But walking and
climbing are also two great activities to do in counties Wexford and
Waterford.
The Bull Ring, where stands the Lone Pikeman Statue, was once a centre
for bull-baiting. A market usually takes place nearby on Friday and
Saturday mornings.
The West Gate is the only remaining gate from the original six gates of
the town. It |
was once a tollgate. The area around is called Westgate.
You will find good information about the history of Wexford at the
Westgate Heritage Centre (call 46506 or 42611 for information).
Churches
Selskar Abbey dates back to the early 12th century and Henry II did
penance in this church for the murder of Thomas á Beckett. The ruins
should be accessible when the Westgate Heritage Centre is open or you
can get the key from the guardian at 9 Abbey St.
St Iberius Church has a Renaissanc-style frontage and a Georgian
interior. A number of 18th century monuments are to be found in the
gallery (call 22936 for information).
The Franciscan Friary (call 22758 for information) was first erected in
1230 but was set on fire by Cromwell and most of the present building
is 19th century. |
