Gorey, a lively market town in north Wexford, effortlessly combines a charming, old-time atmosphere with the rapid growth that has accompanied an influx of commuters. With Dublin only an hour's drive away, many families have left the city for the gentler atmosphere of Gorey with its quaint, listed shops, historic buildings such as the 18th Century Market House, and impressive churches, including the Pugin-designed St Michael's. Gorey is overlooked by the dramatic Tara Hill, whose summit offers fabulous views over the east Wexford coast, and it's just a short drive to a string of small seaside towns with inviting golden beaches. Courtown, a traditional resort, is popular with children for its Pirate's Cove adventure centre. Also close to Gorey are family attractions such as the Kia Ora Mini Farm, Shrule Pet Farm, Craanford Mills - a fully restored 17th Century water mill - and the 5th Century burial ground at Clonattin. Gorey has a golf course as well as fishing opportunities in the nearby Ounavarra river and riding at the Ballycanew equestrian centre, five miles away. It also provides a good range of shops, restaurants, pubs and nightclubs, and there are regular performances by the local theatre and musical societies.
Places to Stay near Gorey
Felindre Cottages (69.34 miles)
It is just five minutes walk through the fields to the Coastal Path and the picturesque fishing ... More | visit website
Warpool Court Hotel (70.29 miles)
TYF Eco Hotel (70.48 miles)
Attached to a converted 19th century windmill in rural St. David's, this homely and environmentally conscious hotel is an ideal base for a range of outdoor activities. Situated just off a ... More
Haulfryn House (71.14 miles)
A lovely stone Grade II listed house of great charm, set in three acres of exotic sub tropical Italianate gardens with terraces of mimosa, eucalyptus and palm trees leading down to the sea. Wonderful in ... More | visit website
Quality Cottages (71.71 miles)
Hope and Anchor Inn (72.00 miles)
Fine Food and Comfortable Rooms and the doorstep of the Fishguard Cork Irish Ferry and pembrokeshire National Park ... MoreFerryboat Inn and Restaurant (72.13 miles)
Offering quality en suite rooms and forecourt parking, 500 metres from Fishguard ferry port, this is the nearest accommodation provider to Europcar and Hertz car hire, ideal for visiting Pembrokeshire. The 4-star Ferryboat Inn & Restaurant ... More | visit website
Lochmeyler Farm Guest House (72.95 miles)
Ty-Hendre (73.24 miles)
Ty-Hendre is a superbly appointed cottage which sleeps 4, is situated just a couple of miles out of Fishguard and with lovely pastoral surroundings. The owners have created a delightful conservation area within the 5 ... More | visit website
Cefn-y-Dre (73.52 miles)
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