Wexford Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
county town of Co. Wexford, Ireland
About Wexford
Wexford began in the 10th century as the Viking harbour ofVeisafjörðr- "Bay of the Mud Flats". A long sand spit stretched north from Rosslare to enclose the bay of Wexford Harbour: it was shallow but afforded protection for small wooden vessels. The bay also attracted other visitors: the Normans established a walled town in the late 12th century, the crusading Knights Templar had a base here, and Wexford was a major port into early modern times. Indeed it was a nest of privateers until Oliver Cromwell's forces arrived in 1649, killing not just them but most of the inhabitants. In 1798 Wexford, and the entire county, was at the centre of the United Irishmen rebellion; seeCounty Wexford#Understandfor this event which convulsed the whole of Ireland. And then came the worst of a series of fami
Top Attractions in Wexford
Explore the best things to see and do in Wexford:
- ★Irish National Heritage Park
- ★Johnstown Castle
Where to Eat in Wexford
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴10 West Bistro & Cocktail Lounge
- 🍴Charred
- 🍴La Côte
- 🍴La Cuisine
- 🍴Premier
- 🍴Rob's Ranch House
Where to Stay in Wexford
- 🏨Bugler Doyle's
- 🏨Clayton Whites Hotel
- 🏨Ferrybank Caravan and Camping Park
- 🏨Ferrycarrig Hotel
- 🏨Maldron Hotel
- 🏨Maple Lodge
Wexford Travel Guide Sections
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