Ring of Hook 1
The Hook Peninsula is a headland located in the South East corner of Ireland in County Wexford. The rugged coastline, fine sand beaches, historic artefacts, ruins from another era, fine gardens, coastal woodland walks provide plenty to do for all the family. The route [...]
The Reaper / Binder
It was a sunny day in the Sunny South East with temperatures in the early 20’s, the highest recorded since the 70’s, blue skies and a refreshing breeze coming directly off the lake at Ladies Island in County Wexford, Ireland. A perfect day for [...]
Wexford Food Festival 2018
The old Viking town of Wexford is on the banks of the River Slaney at the estuary where this beautiful river meets the wild Irish Sea. It is known for its narrow streets and the tall buildings that line them. A perfect venue for [...]
The Sunflower, folklore says they are a symbol of good luck.
The Sunflower, folklore says they are a symbol of good luck. When we see a sunflower, because of its size of the flower and height of the plant, it does catch your attention. This imposing plant, with its large sun like bloom balancing [...]
SS Dunbrody, an Irish Famine Story
SS Dunbrody, an Irish Emigrant Story Recently I travelled to New Ross in County Wexford, Ireland to visit the “SS Dunbrody” a three master “Barque” replica of the Famine ships that brought so many Irish emigrants to Canada and the [...]
Coolaught Garden and Garden Center
Coolaught Garden and Garden Center I have visited Coolaught Garden on several occasions at different times of the year. My first reaction is always “so peaceful”. You are drawn into this garden of lush foliage and well positioned flowering [...]