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Hook Lighthouse, Fethard-on-Sea
Restaurant, which offers lunchtime, afternoon tea and dinner cruises be drawn to the sight of the beautiful Tall Ship, Dunbrody, towering
between April and September. Tel: (051) 421723. over the quayside. Dunbrody is open to the public all year round and
The John F. Kennedy Arboretum, dedicated to the memory of makes a fascinating visit. Actors transport you back in time and you
President Kennedy, is a collection of international standard, including will relive the voyages of the 19th century famine emigrants. An
200 forest plots grouped by continent. Tel: (051) 388171. At audiovisual presentation, as well as the most comprehensive computer
Dunganstown is the Kennedy homestead, birthplace of the president’s database of 19th century British and Irish emigration to the United
great-grandfather Patrick. It is now a Cultural Museum and Visitor States, completes a most compelling visitor experience – now one of
Centre. Open May to September (closed certain weekends). Tel: (051) the most popular in Ireland. Facilities include a café with outdoor
388264 or the Tourist Information Office in New Ross at (051) 421857. seating, tourist information office, souvenir shop and Internet access.
For a unique experience, board New Ross’s full-scale 19th century All facilities are wheelchair accessible.
famine ship reconstruction – the Dunbrody. The original Dunbrody was
a three masted barque, built for the Graves family of New Ross in Quebec ROSSLARE HARBOUR AND STRAND
in 1845. From 1845 to 1870 this ship carried emigrants across the Rosslare Harbour, the busy ferry connection to Wales and France, is
Atlantic. The newly constructed replica has served as New Ross’s latest well supplied with accommodation. The long, golden Blue Flag
attraction since May 2001. Tel: (051) 425239. The John F. Kennedy beaches of Rosslare Strand, about 8km north of Rosslare Harbour, are
Trust operates the Dunbrody and the geneology centre is located on board. a haven for windsurfers. The local windsurfing centre hires out boards
and wetsuits and also gives lessons for those wanting to ride the
guestrooms accommodation waves. All along the eastern coast, north or south of Rosslare, shore
The Brandon House Hotel, New Ross, Co. Wexford. Tel: (051) 421703; fishing venues are plentiful for those who enjoy the sport.
Fax: (051) 421567; Email:
reservations@brandonhousehotel.ie; Web:
www.brandonhousehotel.ie. Landscaped gardens and stunning natural guestrooms accommodation
vistas provide the backdrop to this deluxe residence. The Brandon Coral Gables Guesthouse, Tagoat, Rosslare Harbour, Co. Wexford.
House Hotel is an 80 bedroom hotel, designed to afford guests with Tel; (053) 913 1213; Fax: (053) 913 1414; Email:
comfort, style and convenience during their relaxing stay. This
coralgables@eircom.net; Web:
www.coralgablesguesthouse.com.
delightful country hotel, with spectacular views of the River Barrow, is Situated on a hilltop overlooking the Wexford-Rosslare road, Coral
the ultimate in retreat lodgings. With an outstanding restaurant and Gables provides the perfect stopover for visitors on a short break or
top-class leisure facilities, the Brandon Hotel has something for everyone. travelling through Rosslare port. Its location gives you access to
Oldcourt Stables and Holiday Cottages, Oldcourt, New Ross, Co. excellent restaurants, wonderful golf courses, beautiful beaches and
Wexford. Tel: (051) 421621/(087) 255 5886/(087) 978 8804; many more local amenities in the sunny south east. They provide Bed
Email:
kentmgt@hotmail.com; Web:
www.oldcourtstables.ie. Having & Breakfast from €35-€50 all year. All 15 rooms are en suite with tea
just recently completed the refurbishment of a 200-year-old and coffee-making facilities. Special mid-week and group offers
farmhouse adjoining the stables at Oldcourt, there are now two available. Fáilte Ireland approved.
cottages available to let to the holidaymaker with an interest in horses, Danby Lodge Hotel, Killinick, Co. Wexford. Tel/Fax: (053) 915 8191;
farming or just in relaxing in the countryside! Each cottage is fully Email:
info@danbylodge.ie; Web:
www.danbylodge.ie. Nestling in the
equipped with all the modern requirements including central heating heart of south county Wexford, Danby Lodge Hotel has rightfully
and a solid fuel stove for those evenings in beside the fire. Set in the earned itself a reputation for excellence in cuisine and
beautiful woodlands of Oldcourt, New Ross, Co. Wexford, Oldcourt accommodation. Once the home of the artist Francis Danby, 1793-
offers everything for the horse-lover: riding lessons, showjumping, 1861, this hotel bears all the hallmarks of a charming country
cross country or trekking. Please contact for pricing and availability. residence. Conveniently located on main Rosslare to Wexford Road
(N25). Danby Lodge Hotel offers the visitor a quiet country getaway
publicbuilding places of interest yet just minutes drive from the port of Rosslare and the town of
Dunbrody Famine Ship, New Ross, Co. Wexford. Tel: (051) 425239; Wexford. RAC and AA recommended. Bed & Breakfast from €35 (low
Fax: (051) 425240; Email:
jfktrust@iol.ie; Web:
www.dunbrody.com. season) to €50 (high season) per person sharing. Special 2 nights
As you enter the inland port on the River Barrow, you will immediately B&B and 1 dinner €85 (low season) to €119 (high season).
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