Chalet guidebook
Nightlife
Our favourite pub in town. It always has a
great atmosphere and even better live music. It
has fun, electic decor, craft beers and a variety
of whiskey & gin, There’s always something
happening here And they even let you bring in
your bag of chips from the chipper down the
road.
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The Sky and The Ground
112 S Main StOur favourite pub in town. It always has a
great atmosphere and even better live music. It
has fun, electic decor, craft beers and a variety
of whiskey & gin, There’s always something
happening here And they even let you bring in
your bag of chips from the chipper down the
road.
Known as “Simon’s Place” to locals, you’ll find
the best pint of guinness in Wexford here. A
cosy atmosphere, good food during the day,
and a lively buzz at night. It’s also the home of
Wexford’s own Yellowbelly craft beer. Worth a
try!
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Simon Lambert & Sons
37 S Main StKnown as “Simon’s Place” to locals, you’ll find
the best pint of guinness in Wexford here. A
cosy atmosphere, good food during the day,
and a lively buzz at night. It’s also the home of
Wexford’s own Yellowbelly craft beer. Worth a
try!
First established as a pub in the 1850’s, it is
one of Wexford Town’s oldest pubs. It’s really
central, and is a great spot with comfortable
seating and a good sized smoking area.
Bugler Doyles Bar & Guest Accommodation
83 South Main StreetFirst established as a pub in the 1850’s, it is
one of Wexford Town’s oldest pubs. It’s really
central, and is a great spot with comfortable
seating and a good sized smoking area.
A hopping nightclub most popular for those
in their 20’s and 30’s. Prepare for a long queue
on a Saturday night, but it’s a fun spot. The
Crown hosts many events and well known
musicians. Very trendy.
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Crown Bar Wexford
Monck StreetA hopping nightclub most popular for those
in their 20’s and 30’s. Prepare for a long queue
on a Saturday night, but it’s a fun spot. The
Crown hosts many events and well known
musicians. Very trendy.
Or simply “The Stores”. Wexfords number
one late night venue, DJ sets on the weekends
and sometimes 70’s, 80’s and 90’s nights
Queues often go right around the corner. A
huge, sprawling venue across 3 stories that’s
great if you’re looking for a night of dancing!
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The Centenary Stores
Charlotte StreetOr simply “The Stores”. Wexfords number
one late night venue, DJ sets on the weekends
and sometimes 70’s, 80’s and 90’s nights
Queues often go right around the corner. A
huge, sprawling venue across 3 stories that’s
great if you’re looking for a night of dancing!
A small, cosy bar in a great central location.
A nice place to watch the match, they have
a lovely atmosphere and a great pint of
guinness. It’s the kind of place you could stay
in all day and not notice the time passing.
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Mackens The Cape Bar, The Undertakers
Bull RingA small, cosy bar in a great central location.
A nice place to watch the match, they have
a lovely atmosphere and a great pint of
guinness. It’s the kind of place you could stay
in all day and not notice the time passing.
Maggie’s is one of Wexford’s top spots, with
live music five times a week, from modern
to trad. The outdoor area, the shed, is very
popular with those looking for a party venue
and cocktail bar.
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Maggie May's Bar
1 Monck StMaggie’s is one of Wexford’s top spots, with
live music five times a week, from modern
to trad. The outdoor area, the shed, is very
popular with those looking for a party venue
and cocktail bar.
Food scene
La Cote has won prizes for the best restaurant
in Wexford several times. It’s located right on
the quayfront and can be a very busy spot.
Be sure to book well in advance to guarantee
a seat.
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La Côte Seafood Restaurant
Church LaneLa Cote has won prizes for the best restaurant
in Wexford several times. It’s located right on
the quayfront and can be a very busy spot.
Be sure to book well in advance to guarantee
a seat.
Cistin Eile is a must-try for visitors to wexford.
You will be served delicious Irish cusine made
with artisan ingredients from local poducers
and it has a full wine list.
It’s busy at weekends so call ahead
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Cistín Eile
80 S Main StCistin Eile is a must-try for visitors to wexford.
You will be served delicious Irish cusine made
with artisan ingredients from local poducers
and it has a full wine list.
It’s busy at weekends so call ahead
Green Acres is in a beautiful space that
functions as a casual cafe, wine & artisan food
store/art gallery during the day and a classy
restaurant at night. The wine list is the most
extensive you’ll find in town.
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Greenacres
2 Selskar StGreen Acres is in a beautiful space that
functions as a casual cafe, wine & artisan food
store/art gallery during the day and a classy
restaurant at night. The wine list is the most
extensive you’ll find in town.
The vine restaurant is one of our favourite
thai restaurants in town. It’s a lively place in a
dramatic neo-classical setting and the food is
always top-notch.
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Vine Restaurant
109 N Main StThe vine restaurant is one of our favourite
thai restaurants in town. It’s a lively place in a
dramatic neo-classical setting and the food is
always top-notch.
The Thomas Moore is one of the oldest pubs
in Wexford town, and is located right in the
middle of the action. You can have great food
in the restaurant, burgers while you watch the
match or book out the piano bar for a function.
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Thomas Moore Tavern
CornmarketThe Thomas Moore is one of the oldest pubs
in Wexford town, and is located right in the
middle of the action. You can have great food
in the restaurant, burgers while you watch the
match or book out the piano bar for a function.
Emerald Gardens has been around for over
100 years! The building is great and full of
atmosphere and charm, and the food is
delicious. We definietlyrecommend if you’re a
fan of chinese food.
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Emerald Gardens
117 S Main StEmerald Gardens has been around for over
100 years! The building is great and full of
atmosphere and charm, and the food is
delicious. We definietlyrecommend if you’re a
fan of chinese food.
There are a lot of asian street food restaurants
in Wexford, but Mi is definitely our family
favourite. It’s small but stylish, and has vegan
and vegetarian options so it will suit everybody.
Mi Asian Street Food
Unit 4 Anne StThere are a lot of asian street food restaurants
in Wexford, but Mi is definitely our family
favourite. It’s small but stylish, and has vegan
and vegetarian options so it will suit everybody.
Hailed as the best pizza outside of Naples,
Crust serves beautiful stone baked pizzas
made by a chef who learned all he knows in
Italy. A very trendy spot indeed!
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Crust
93 S Main StHailed as the best pizza outside of Naples,
Crust serves beautiful stone baked pizzas
made by a chef who learned all he knows in
Italy. A very trendy spot indeed!
Located in Carne, a bit of a drive out of town
but it’s well worth it. If you feel like splashing
out on some lobster this is the perfect place to
go. Traditional, nautical decor in a beachfront
pub.
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Lobster Pot
BallyfánLocated in Carne, a bit of a drive out of town
but it’s well worth it. If you feel like splashing
out on some lobster this is the perfect place to
go. Traditional, nautical decor in a beachfront
pub.
Walks & Trails
Just up the road from us! You can take a gentle
walk around the castle’s three lakes and have a
look at the beautiful gardens. If you like you can
pop into the agricultural museum, take a tour of
the recently renovated castle or have a coffee
and cake from the cafe in the sun.
Entry is €9 per person, which is a little pricey,
but worth it if you make the most of all
Johnstown has to offer,
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Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens
Oldtown LaneJust up the road from us! You can take a gentle
walk around the castle’s three lakes and have a
look at the beautiful gardens. If you like you can
pop into the agricultural museum, take a tour of
the recently renovated castle or have a coffee
and cake from the cafe in the sun.
Entry is €9 per person, which is a little pricey,
but worth it if you make the most of all
Johnstown has to offer,
Just a couple of KM away from our home,
you can enjoy beautiful views of Forth Mountain
Quarry and sights over miles of the wexford
countryside on a clear day. Be careful and wear
suitable footwear as the ground is very rocky
and uneven in some places.
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Carrigfoyle
Just a couple of KM away from our home,
you can enjoy beautiful views of Forth Mountain
Quarry and sights over miles of the wexford
countryside on a clear day. Be careful and wear
suitable footwear as the ground is very rocky
and uneven in some places.
A beautiful shady, magical wood covered
in soft pine needles and rolling hills. It opens
out onto Curracloe beach, so you can take a
dip in the Irish Sea after finishing your walk.
If you’re lucky you might find a tyre swing
somewhere! It tends to be very busy here, so
try and get here early to get a parking spot.
Raven's Point
Raven's PointA beautiful shady, magical wood covered
in soft pine needles and rolling hills. It opens
out onto Curracloe beach, so you can take a
dip in the Irish Sea after finishing your walk.
If you’re lucky you might find a tyre swing
somewhere! It tends to be very busy here, so
try and get here early to get a parking spot.
This 13KM trail goes from Ferrycarraig to the
Shelmaliere Commons, passing through many
historical landmarks on the way. You’ll pass
1798 Rebellion sites, the Crimean War
monument as well as ancient churches and
buildings.
It’s a moderate hike with a 205m ascent, so
definitely come prepared.
Three Rocks Trail - Trail Head
This 13KM trail goes from Ferrycarraig to the
Shelmaliere Commons, passing through many
historical landmarks on the way. You’ll pass
1798 Rebellion sites, the Crimean War
monument as well as ancient churches and
buildings.
It’s a moderate hike with a 205m ascent, so
definitely come prepared.
Edenvale Wood is located just 15 minutes drive
from Wexford town, and is a gorgeous, short
walk along a river’s edge. You’ll be rewarded at
the end of it by the sight of a beautiful waterfall.
Edenvale Woods and waterfall
Edenvale Wood is located just 15 minutes drive
from Wexford town, and is a gorgeous, short
walk along a river’s edge. You’ll be rewarded at
the end of it by the sight of a beautiful waterfall.
This is one of our favourite places to walk.
If you’re heading out towards the Hook
Penninsula, Tintern is well worth a visit on
your way. The 13th cenury abbey overlooks a
stunning woods which is carpeted by bluebells
in the spring. You can also do some orienteering
here if you wish! There are plenty of walking
trails varying in length and difficulty, so if you
want a long scenic walk, this might be the spot.
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Tintern Abbey
This is one of our favourite places to walk.
If you’re heading out towards the Hook
Penninsula, Tintern is well worth a visit on
your way. The 13th cenury abbey overlooks a
stunning woods which is carpeted by bluebells
in the spring. You can also do some orienteering
here if you wish! There are plenty of walking
trails varying in length and difficulty, so if you
want a long scenic walk, this might be the spot.
Carrickbyrne Hill (Carraig Bhrain) a public woodland, is noted for its aesthetic and recreational value. The geology of the hill is Ordovician granite – these rocks were formed during volcanic activity about 400 million years ago. Carrickbyrne Hill features three looped Slí na Sláinte routes individually waymarked – starting at the trailhead in the main car park/picnic area. These routes provide 12.5km of mixed forest trails offering peace, tranquillity and breath-taking views of Mount Leinster, the Blackstairs and the surrounding countryside.
Carrickbyrne Hill
Carrickbyrne Hill (Carraig Bhrain) a public woodland, is noted for its aesthetic and recreational value. The geology of the hill is Ordovician granite – these rocks were formed during volcanic activity about 400 million years ago. Carrickbyrne Hill features three looped Slí na Sláinte routes individually waymarked – starting at the trailhead in the main car park/picnic area. These routes provide 12.5km of mixed forest trails offering peace, tranquillity and breath-taking views of Mount Leinster, the Blackstairs and the surrounding countryside.
Mount Leinster is the highest of the magnificent Blackstairs Mountains.
You’ll find it straddling the border between counties Wexford and Carlow where it offers breath-taking views.
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Mount Leinster
Mount Leinster is the highest of the magnificent Blackstairs Mountains.
You’ll find it straddling the border between counties Wexford and Carlow where it offers breath-taking views.
Beaches
An absolute must see. A beautiful vast white sandy beach that can
be accessed through magical Raven Point Woods. If you’re lucky you
might see some seals popping up to say hello! A popular spot for
surfing and boating.
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Curracloe beach
An absolute must see. A beautiful vast white sandy beach that can
be accessed through magical Raven Point Woods. If you’re lucky you
might see some seals popping up to say hello! A popular spot for
surfing and boating.
Lovely rocky beach, closest to our chalet. Right by a bustling resort
town, with plenty of access to cafes and restaurants. A great spot to
take an early morning or evening walk & watch the sunset.
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Rosslare
Lovely rocky beach, closest to our chalet. Right by a bustling resort
town, with plenty of access to cafes and restaurants. A great spot to
take an early morning or evening walk & watch the sunset.
Sandy beach with warm rock pools dotted all around. ideal for
swimming, fishing and sailing.
Saint Helen's
Sandy beach with warm rock pools dotted all around. ideal for
swimming, fishing and sailing.
Busy beach in south Wexford, Popular with tourists. Beautiful sandy
beach with a blue flag, making it perfect for a dip on a hot sunny day.
Carne
Busy beach in south Wexford, Popular with tourists. Beautiful sandy
beach with a blue flag, making it perfect for a dip on a hot sunny day.
Activities
A fascinating glimpse into the past. Crannogs, round towers,
ogham stones and viking settlements are scattered all around.
A must see for those interested in the history of the ancient
east.
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Irish National Heritage Park
A fascinating glimpse into the past. Crannogs, round towers,
ogham stones and viking settlements are scattered all around.
A must see for those interested in the history of the ancient
east.
Why not take a boat out to the Saltees? Perfect for nature
lovers. Take a tour of the islands & look out for wildlife and
beautiful flora. You might even spot a puffin or two! Be sure to
text ahead to book a boat. (087) 252 9736
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Saltee Islands
Why not take a boat out to the Saltees? Perfect for nature
lovers. Take a tour of the islands & look out for wildlife and
beautiful flora. You might even spot a puffin or two! Be sure to
text ahead to book a boat. (087) 252 9736
Take a tour of one of the oldest Lighthouses in the world.
There is a spooky atmosphere out on the penninsula,
especially when passing historical Loftus Hall - Ireland’s most
haunted house.
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Hook Lighthouse
Take a tour of one of the oldest Lighthouses in the world.
There is a spooky atmosphere out on the penninsula,
especially when passing historical Loftus Hall - Ireland’s most
haunted house.
Music fans must check out this gorgeous modern structure
hidden away in the narrow streets of Wexford town. There is
always something on, from popular music to opera to theatre.
Check to see what’s on! nationaloperahouse.ie
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National Opera House
High StreetMusic fans must check out this gorgeous modern structure
hidden away in the narrow streets of Wexford town. There is
always something on, from popular music to opera to theatre.
Check to see what’s on! nationaloperahouse.ie
This 12th Century Abbey in the middle of Wexford town is
well worth a visit if you’re interested in history. It’s claimed that
orginally a viking temple occupied this site.
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Selskar Abbey
Tower CourtThis 12th Century Abbey in the middle of Wexford town is
well worth a visit if you’re interested in history. It’s claimed that
orginally a viking temple occupied this site.
Omniplex
Rosslare RoadLargest cinema in Wexford town. contains an IMAX theatre
Smaller cinema in the town centre. Prides itself on comfortable recliner seating.
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The Arc Cinema
Redmond SquareSmaller cinema in the town centre. Prides itself on comfortable recliner seating.
Leisuremax is a family entertainment centre providing fun for all the family with play centre bowling restaurant and over 24 activities for everyone to have lots of fun.
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Leisure Max
Sinnottstown LaneLeisuremax is a family entertainment centre providing fun for all the family with play centre bowling restaurant and over 24 activities for everyone to have lots of fun.