Ballyhack, Wexford

This charming fishing village at the mouth of the River Barrow, is the starting point of the 77km Wexford coastal pathwalk. It is dominated by its historical 15th century crusader castle. Ballyhack and its nearby twin village, Arthurstown are ideal bases for touring South Wexford and the Hook peninsula. Both villages boast award-winning restaurants. It is from Ballyhack that one catches the Car Ferry - the scenic short cut between the beautiful counties of Wexford and Waterford.

What to see and do in Ballyhack

Ballyhack Castle features the renovated tower-house built by the Knights Templar. The castle displays artefacts from the Templars, who fought in the Crusades, medieval monks, and Norman nobility.

Stretching from Kilmichael Point, north of Courtown Harbour to Ballyhack and (well signposted) is the Wexford Coastal Path – this long distance walking route brings you as close as possible to the shoreline along steeped, narrow paths, over rocks, across streams – Care and Attention is required.

Ballyhack serves Passage East (the village across the River Suir estuary in Co Waterford) by Ferry. This is a scenic shortcut between the two counties. A third generation family run business. Passage East Car Ferry has played a pivotal role in the areas development over the decades.

There are many miles of sandy beaches along the east and south shores of Co Wexford. Most of them provide feeding grounds for a variety of fish species. Deep-sea fishing boats are also operating in this area. Please consult Duncanon Deep Sea Angling Centre

In nearby Arthurstown, is Dunbrody Country House Hotel & Restaurant, a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Ballyhack is also on the South East Coastal Drive. The route can be travelled east or west and is well signposted. For more detailed information on the drive, please call into your nearest Tourist Office and ask for the South East Coastal Drive brochure.

Ballyhack Map

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