Soulful Memories - Ireland

Soulful Memories:   Tales of Ireland's Ancient East

 

Immerse yourself in crafty tales from the old to the new in Co. Wexford.

Sense soulful druid spirts at Huntington Castle,  one of Irelands most beloved ancestral homes to some of the country's most recognisable landmarks.

 

Heavy sights and smells await as you feel the heat of the glass furnace at Waterford Crystal,  with a unique 200 year story.

Follow tracks along the majestic Suir River journey on Ireland's only seal pup rehab and be introduced to their fluffy friends.

 

With charming riverside town of Enniscorthy as a base, you are offered a fascinating insight into this lovely and varied part of Ireland.

 

 

Riverside Park Hotel

The Riverside Park Hotel, in Wexford is nestled on the banks of the River Slaney in the picturesque town of Enniscorthy.

 

Overlooked by Enniscorthy Castle, the Riverside Park Hotel is the perfect location in Wexford and the sunny south-east to explore. 

 

With 100 en-suite bedrooms contemporary in style, generous in size and infused with calming colour pallette, pillow topped mattress and all the essentials you require.

TVs, ironing facilities and tea/coffee making facilities, free Wi-Fi.

 

 

Tour of House of Waterford Crystal Factory

Go behind the scenes with a tour, as tyhe skilled staff expertly bring their masterpieces to life before your eyes - heating, blowing and cutting each peice of crystal to delicate perfection.  Enter the beating heart of the world's luxury crystal manufacturers, world-renowned for quality and beauty since 1783.

From dazzling chandeliers and luxurious stemware to intricate vases and decorative gifts.  Every piece of Waterford Crystal is meticulously handcrafted by skilled artisans, using traditional techniques passed down through generations.

 

50 minute journey on the Waterford Suir Valley Railway

The Waterford suir Valley Railway is a registered charity operating a 3ft gauge railway along approximately 10km of track from Kilmeadan back towards Waterford.

The line shares much of it's route along the banks of Rivier Suir with Waterford Greenway.

 

Guided tour of Huntington Castle and Gardens

During a private tour of the ancestral seat of the influential Esmonde Family (now Durdin-Robertsons)

Hear tales of this 17th century castle's long line of eccentric occupants while meandering through passages to the living quarters, formal rooms and even the dungeons.

 

 

Expert talk and tour of the Seal Rescue Ireland

Meet Ireland's iconic seal species and the team dedicated to their rescue, rehabilitation and release.

The pups themselves tell their own story - their fascinating life history, behaviours and the threats they face on modern oceans, due to the impacts of environmental change.

 

And as always plenty of photo opportunites awaits you ....

 

 

Price includes:

All coach travel/Return ferry crossing/En-suite accommodation/Dinner, Bed & Breakfast/Excursions