Enniscorthy Travel guide

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Enniscorthy : Michelin's recommendations

Built on the sloping banks of the Slaney, Enniscorthy holds an important place in Irish history because of its involvement in the 1798 rebellion. The town's castle and cathedral are two buildings of exceptional interest and its examples of 19C architecture have remained largely unchanged. Events in the town's history are depicted in a 1798 memorial (Market Square). The surrounding country is well suited to the growing of soft fruits.

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Tourist attractions Enniscorthy : Things to see and do

St Aidan's Cathedral

Abbey Sq. IRL - Enniscorthy

This Gothic-style building was designed by Pugin and built between 1843 and 1846. The majority of the stones used for its construction came from the ruins of a Franciscan friary dissolved in 1544, and which stood on what is today Abbey Square.

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Castle

Castle Hill IRL - Enniscorthy

The first castle was built in the early 13C, either by Raymond le Gros, who led the first Anglo-Normans into the city in 1169 or, by the Prendergast family. The Prendergasts kept the castle until the mid 15C when it was won in battle by the MacMurrou..

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1798 Visitor Centre

Market Sq. IRL - Enniscorthy

The rebellion of 1798 and, in particular, the three weeks of disruption in Co Wexford, are the subject of this detailed presentation. It has interactive touch screens, films and story boards. This important episode in the development of Ireland's dem..

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Hotels Enniscorthy

The Riverside Park Hotel & Leisure Club

The Promenade IRL - Enniscorthy

The Riverside Park Hotel and Leisure Club in Enniscorthy town centre has luxurious rooms, a gym and pool. There are 2 restaurants and the bar offers live music and entertainment. The elegant and spacious rooms boast deep pile carpets and cosy pillow..

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Treacy's Hotel & The Waterfront Leisure Centre

Templeshannon IRL - Enniscorthy .

Located in the heart of Enniscorthy, Treacy's Hotel offers excellent restaurants and luxurious rooms, on lively Templeshannon. The town centre and train station are just a 2-minute walk away. Opposite the hotel, The Waterfront Leisure Centre boasts ..

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