Wexford - A Brief History
The original name of Wexford was Menapia so called after a prehistoric Belgic tribe who occupied the area. The origin of Loch Garman, the Irish name, is lost in time, while the current name derives from the Viking Waesfjord - the harbour of the mud flats.
Stone monuments and artefacts left by the Celts tell us that Wexford was occupied over 6,000 years ago and that primitive agriculture and stock rearing was the principal means of sustenance for the community. The only complete dolmen in the county is at Bree, south of Enniscorthy. This dates from the 3rd millennium B.C. The Vikings invaded Wexford in the late 8th century. It was only when Brian Boru challenged and defeated a powerful Leinster and Norse alliance in 1014 that the rule of the Vikings was broken. Less than two centuries later county Wexford was to be the springboard for an invasion by the Normans.
Cromwell visited Wexford in 1649. His campaign in Wexford included the capture of the castles at Ferns and Enniscorthy and the town of Wexford, where he exacted severe retribution on the inhabitants. The Cromwellians won their final battle in the county at Taghmon.
The 1798 Rebellion left many marks in Wexford. Father John Murphy Parish Priest of Boolavogue led several thousand men and women armed with pikes and scythes into resistance and won an important victory on the hill of Oulart.
Wexford Campus
Wexford Campus is located in a tranquil parkland setting overlooking the bustling town and calming sea.
The campus boasts two new computer laboratories and a dedicated Learning Resource Centre, all connected to the main campus in Carlow creating a virtual third level learning environment. Here students can benefit from the software and services available in the Carlow campus without ever having to set foot outside.
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Pubs in County Wexford.
Bay Bar (The) Lounge
Rosslare Strand, Co Wexford.
Tel: 053 32340.
Family entertainment nightly during Summer. Children welcome in lounge and games room.
Bayview Hotel
Courtown Harbour,Gorey, Co.Wexford.
Tel: 055 25307. Fax: 055 25576.
Blackwater Lodge Hotel Bar & Lounge
The Square, Blackwater, Co Wexford.
Tel: 053 27222. Fax: 053 27496.
Extensive Bar Food Menu, relax in our friendly atmosphere and enjoy our live music sessions Thursday to Sunday. Accommodation can be arranged.
Breens Inn:
Carrig on Bannow, Co Wexford.
Tel: 051 561229.
Fax: 051 561957
Email: joemac9@eircom.net
Bar, restaurant, pool/dart room, TV lounge. Live music on weekends. Accommodation can be arranged. Hard tennis courts, safe beaches,fishing, horse riding, bird watching and country walks all nearby.
Bunker Pub & The Crosbie Tavern
Crosbie Cedars Hotel,
Rosslare Strand, Co Wexford.
Tel: 053 32124.
Fax: 053 32243.
Cedar Lodge Hotel & Restaurant
Carrigbyrne, Newbawn, Co.Wexford.
Contact: Tom/Ailish. Tel: 051 428386. Fax: 051 428222.
Email: cedarlodge@eircom.net
Web: www.prideofeirehotels.com
Centenary Stores
Charlotte Street, Wexford.
Tel: 053 24424
Fax: 053 22303
Email: thecstores@eircom.net
Renowned Wexford pub, serving excellent bar food. Entertainment most nights in bar or "The Back Room" club.
Coach Bar
Ashdown Park Hotel, Gorey, Co Wexford.
Tel: 055 80500
Fax: 055 80777.
Creeklodge
At Toss Byrnes, Inch, Gorey, Co Wexford.
Tel: 0402 37188
Fax: 0402 37403.
Extensive bar menu served all day until 9pm. Entertainment most weekends in the bar.
Curracloe Tavern
Hotel Curracloe, Curracloe, Co.Wexford.
Tel: 053 37308
Fax: 053 37587.
Enjoy Traditional Bar and award winning Restaurant.
Dry Dock Bar
Ferrycarrig Hotel, Ferrycarrig Bridge, Wexford.
Tel: 053 20999. Fax: 053 20982.
Black & White Leinster Hotel Bar of the Year 2002. Far more than just a bar. Eating inside or out on the beautiful riverside dock is a memorable experience. Supurb bar and steakhouse menu.
Farmers Kitchen
Rosslare Road, Wexford.
Tel: 053 43295. Fax: 053 45827.
Bar menu and a full a la carte restaurant available.
Finegans Bar
72 South Main Street, Wexford.
Tel: 053 21578.
Mobile: 087 2406196. Email: Finegansbar@hotmail.com
Modern Café Bar serving extensive Bistro menu. Midweek and weekend entertainment. Cocktails a speciality. D.J. every Friday and Saturday night. Live music - local and international acts - phone for details.
Forthside Lounge Bar
Whitford House Hotel.
New Line Road,Wexford.
Tel: 053 43444 Fax: 053 46399.
Award winning Dining Pub of the year. Bar food and carvery served daily. Carvery: Monday-Saturday 12 to 2.30pm; Sunday 12.30 to 3.00pm. Bar Food: Monday-Saturday 3 to 9.00pm; Sunday 4 to 9.00pm. Entertainment nightly in high season, weekends year through.
Harbour View Hotel
Rosslare Harbour, Co Wexford.
Tel: 053 61458/61450.
Ivy Bar
Ashdown Park Hotel, Gorey.
Tel: 055 80500 Fax: 055 80777.
Superb bar food and cosy atmosphere.
Kilrane Inn
Kilrane, Rosslare Harbour, Co Wexford. Tel: 053 33661.
Bar menu served daily in a smoke free atmosphere.
La Marine Bar/Bistro
Kellys Resort Hotel, Rosslare Strand, Co.Wexford.
Tel: 053 32114.
French-style bar with open fire, wine cellar; casual bistro open for lunch and dinner.
Library Bar
Brandon House Hotel, New Ross, Co.Wexford.
Tel: 051 421703. Fax: 051 421567.
Bar food served daily.
Lobster Pot Seafood Bar
Carne, Co Wexford.
Tel: 053 31110. Fax: 053 31401.
National Winner of the Black & White Pub of the year award for 1995. National Winner of the Black & White Heritage Pub of the year award for 1997.
Mackens The Cape Bar
The Bullring, Wexford.
Tel: 053 22949.
Located in Wexfords Historic Bullring. A popular watering hole for locals and visitors alike. One of the most photographed pubs in Ireland. Off licence housing a large selection of wines.
Monageer Tavern
Ferns Co.Wexford. Tel: 054-34412.
Olde world pub steeped in memorabilia. Live music Saturday and Monday nights. Breakfast, lunch and a la carte menus. Home cooked traditional Irish food. Private functions catered for. Accommodation can be arranged. Bar/Restaurant.
Mooneys Lounge & The Quay Club
12/13 Commercial Quay, Wexford.
Tel: 053 24483. Fax: 053 24598.
Live entertainment & dancing to top DJs every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. Watch all your favourite sport on our "Plasma Screens". Carvery lunch and superb bar food served seven days a week.
ONuaills Bar & Bistro
Stanville Lodge, Barntown, Co.Wexford.
Tel: 053 34300. Fax: 053 34989.
Popular with locals and visitors alike. Our ONuaills Bar & Bistro combines ambience and friendly service to provide a unique experience for social or business gatherings. Offering classic dishes, with timeless quality, contempory cuisine and fine wines to compliment your meal.
Promenade Bar
Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy, Co Wexford.
Tel: 054 37800. Fax: 054 37900.
Entertainment every Sunday, Wednesday and Friday. Carvery and snack menu served daily.
R & Bs Bar
Riverbank House Hotel, The Bridge, Wexford.
Tel: 053 23611. Fax: 053 23342.
R & Bs Bar offers menu of suburb quality from 12.30pm 9pm daily.
Roches Pub
Duncannon, Co.Wexford. Tel: 051 389700/389188. Fax: 051 389346.
Traditional music every Saturday night. Bar Food served daily.
Ryans O Rosslare
Rosslare Strand,Co Wexford.
Contact: Jim Brady. Tel: 053 32433.
Limited bar food available daily.
Taravie Hotel
Courtown, Co Wexford. Tel: 055 25208. Fax: 055 25505.
Bar menu available between 12.30-2pm and 6-8pm.
Temple Bar
Treacys Hotel, Templeshannon, Co Wexford.
Tel: 054 37798. Fax: 054 37733.
Winner of the James Joyce Pub award, dinning pub of the year 2000-2003. Entertainment nightly. Also Benedicts Night Club for a divine experience.
The Ballast Bank Bar and Grill
Talbot Hotel, On the Quay, Wexford.
Tel: 053 22566. Web: www.talbothotel.ie
Contemporary new bar, includes dramatic vaulted ceilings and panoramic views over the Slaney, which has been carefully designed to balance friendly services and atmosphere. An extensive Grill Bar Food Menu served daily from 12pm-9pm daily. Live music at weekends.
The Lighthouse
Carne Beach, Carne, Co Wexford. Tel: 053 31131.
Located on a safe, sandy beach in the "Sunnier South East" - a stones throw from picturesque Carne Pier. Enjoy a drink in the relaxed atmosphere that is "The Lighthouse". Games/Pool room - also in house shop and take away.
The Pines Hotel
Website; http://
Email; reception@
Phone number; +353 (0) 5393 83600
The Sky & The Ground
112 South Main Street, Wexford. Tel: 053 21273. Fax: 053 21832.
A great example of a Traditional Irish bar packed with atmosphere which is enhanced by the regular traditional Irish music and folk sessions. Check out the range of international beers available in bottle or on draught. Great wine shop attached. Traditional Irish Music Pub of the year - awarded Les Routiers 2003.
The Whistlestop Bar
Great Southern Hotel, Rosslare Harbour, Co Wexford.
Tel: 053 33233. Fax: 053 33543.
Extensive bar menu served daily from 12 noon until 8.45pm.
Tims Tavern
51 South Main Street, Wexford. Tel: 053 23861.
Olde world pub set in the heart of Wexford Town. Relax with your colleagues and enjoy the intimate & cosy atmosphere that is Tims Tavern. Full bar menu and a la carte served 7 days a week. Room available for private parties.
Westgate Tavern
Westgate, Wexford. Tel: 053 22086.
Offers delicious hot and cold lunches Monday-Friday. Tasty bar snacks served any time. Live entertainment: Monday nights - variety session; Thurs nights - folk & blues; Sunday nights - ballads & sing along. Pub Theatre on Tuesday nights in July and August. Comedy at its best in that Irish pub atmosphere.
Wrens Nest
Custom House Quay, Wexford Town. Tel: 053 22359.
Central location on Wexfords Quay front. The best of home cooking served daily. You wont leave hungry!