Gorey & North Wexford Website.
North Wexford comprises the popular town of Gorey which has grown tremendously in population over the past number of years. There are many beautiful seaside villages popular with Irish Tourists and those visiting from overseas including the picturesque village of Cahore, the summer festival village of Ballygarret, the expanding village of Ferns, the popuar country village of Ballycanew, the famous seaside village of Courtown, Holiday Villages of Kilmuckridge (home to Morriscastle beach) and Blackwater, and many more besides.
For a full list of the towns and villages of north wexford just visit our village guide here >>
Situated in the "Sunny South East" of Ireland, North Wexford is home to many fine sandy beaches ideal for a fun family day out and also popular with local surfers. Roney point in particular is a lovely walk even on a dull day with so much seashells etc to collect - ideal for children.
The famous Curracloe beach is also situated in North Wexford and was the location of the movie hit 'Saving Private Ryan'. Curracloe is also home to a myriad of birds who nest here annually specifically in the north and south Wexford slobs ( Wexford Wildfowl Reserve).
For more information on Wexford Beaches visit our beach guide here >>
North Wexford offers the visitor a large selection of historic and natural attractions including the J F Kennedy Homestead, Ferns castle, Craanford Mills, and family entertainment and things to do such as Kia Ora Mini farm, Pirates Cove and Shrule Pet farm...
To read more on things to do in Wexford visit our Attraction page here >>
Gorey and North Wexford also offer the walking enthusiast a choice of hillwalking destinations and family friendly walking trails that all the family can enjoy. So you can choose between a nice relaxed walk in Courtown Woods or go for a more strenuous hillwalk up nearby lug mountain!
For more information on walking in wexford visit our walking page here >>
Opening of several of the festival exhibitions.
Where: Gorey Civic Square, The Avenue
When: 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Kicking off the festival with an outdoor set dance ceile.
Where: Gorey Civic Square
When: 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Great fun all the family.
Where: Esmonde Street car park.
When: Thursday to Sunday
Making Music on the Esmonde Street, Beat 102-103 will be playing the latest hits.
Where: Main Steet, Gorey
When: 4pm to 7pm
Outdoor Fashion Show hosted by Brendan Courtney. FREE ADMISSION
Where: Esmonde Street
When: 7pm
Join the Red Bill Bedroom Jam 2013 winners- Corner Boy headlining the evening, supported by VANN Music, and Perfect Friction for a great night of music.
Where: Main Street
When: From 8.30pm onwards
Local jam makers demonstrate their talents in a jam making competition. Entry is €1 per pot.
Where Main Street, Gorey
When: Entries taken from 9am to 10am sharp.
Street musicians compete for top place in a Busking Competition.
Where: Main Street, Gorey
When: 10am to 2.30pm
Sample outstanding, locally crafted bread, cheese, butter, preserves, confectionery, and many more artisan foods from skilled producers in the Gorey and surrounding areas.
Where: Main Street, Gorey
When: 10am to 2.30pm
Magicians, board games, pool play off, Gorey’s favourite clown, The Madcaps and much more.
Where: Main Street,
When: 10am to 2.30pm
Music on stage with local singer songwriters and performers including Karen Dunbar, Jimi Cullen, Chris Brain Gethings and more.
Where: Gorey Civic Square, The Avenue
When: 2.30pm to 5.30pm
Local singer song writer Katie Williamson and family.
Where: Gorey Civic Square, The Avenue
When: 2.30pm to 5.30pm
Highlights include: a climbing wall; face painting; arts and crafts; indoor and outdoor games; circus skills; soccer and rugby workshops; a puppet show; live music; train rides; a magician and a small animal show by Kia Ora Mini Farm.
Where: Gorey Community School
When: 2pm to 5m
Headlining act Crystal Swing take to the stage, supported by The Barley Mob, Daydream Regime, Sinead O’Brien and Etienne Belin from Paris.
Where: Main Street, Gorey
When: 8.30pm onwards
Visit a wide range of stalls and street markets. A Vintage Display will also be on the street.
Where: Main Street, Gorey
When: 12 noon to 6pm.
South East Radio will broadcast live from the main stage.
Where: Main Street, Gorey
When: 12 noon to 3pm.
Local teams of all shapes and sizes are invited to join the challenge. Entry is €50 per team, and there’s prize money of €1,500 up to grabs. Contact Matt Bulter on 087-1477644 for information.
Where: The Marquee
When: 1pm
Enjoy an afternoon of jazz music, creating a wonderful ambience.
Where: Main Street, Gorey
When: 3pm
The Ringmaster Jerry Fish closes the festival, supported by the Voicemales; Cathal Byrne, Ireland Number 1 Elvis impersonator; Lynda Cullen; Booka Brass Band; 5 Dollar Shakes ; and Tina Carter.
Where: Main Street, Gorey
When: from 7.30pm onwards.
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