With the summer holidays creeping up you may want to get organising your next family holiday which can often be a daunting task when planning an escape with little ones! If you’re thinking about Wexford for your next trip, we’ve put together some of the best activities in the Sunny South East that will be sure to keep the whole family entertained.
This AIRE approved riding centre is situated just five minutes outside Wexford town in an area of forestry and open heath stretching for thousands of acres with stunning panoramic views of the east coast and the scenic Blackstairs Mountains. The beautiful scenery will ensure you have a relaxed, memorable experience. All treks are fully supervised and we can cater for individuals, groups, families and parties.
Wells House and Gardens in Gorey has something for all generations to enjoy and share, with a host of attractions and activities to suit visitors of all ages, children, parents and even grandparents. It is ideal for family day trips or group outings with its state of the art playground, animal farm, archery lessons and the stunning woodland walk which has an array of hidden treasures on its track.
Experience the thrill of a real safari jeep expedition on Hook Head! Discover the breath-taking beauty of the Hook Peninsula by gaining access to jaw-dropping viewing points, hidden beaches and coves and hearing the true stories that make this place unique. Visitors will also be given the chance to experience stunning cliff walks, Tintern Abbey as well as the majestic Hook lighthouse.
Berkeley Costume and Toy Museum
Berkeley Costume and Toy Museum is a private collection of 18th and 19th century toys, dolls and costumes, displayed in the drawing rooms of Berkeley Forest House. The Museum houses 18th and 19th Century toys, costumes, toy carriages, embroidered textiles and rare dolls, many of them from Irish families. The property is that of the family of George Berkeley, in whose honour the University of California is named. The fine collection is displayed in the drawing rooms of Berkeley Forest House.
Pirates Cove Adventure Park offers all year round family entertainment in Courtown, Co Wexford, and is unique within Ireland with its huge array of fun activities to keep the kids happy. Bowling, adventure golf, aqua rolling are all on offer here as well as the special aqua zone with a giant inflatable trampoline with rope swing and water slide off area.