Tag: mindful walking
Johnstown Castle – walk in the footsteps of history
Johnstown Castle Estate Gardens were a recent re-discovery – and they didn’t disappoint. It’s been a few years since we visited the Castle just outside Wexford town and its Irish Agricultural Mu... Read More
Kilmore Quay and Ballyhealy Beach – wow!
Kilmore Quay and its iconic thatched cottages in south Wexford was the venue for a recent overnight staycation. A view of the sea, a walk on the beach and I’m a happy woman. And Kilmore Quay, nearby... Read More
Raven Nature Reserve – trees, trails, and time by the sea
Raven Nature Reserve at Curracloe in Co Wexford combines my twin loves in a walk – woodland and sea views! Essentially, the Nature Reserve at Raven Wood has the magnificent Curracloe Beach to the ea... Read More
Woodland wonder at Ballyfad Wood
If you love woodland walks, Ballyfad Wood in north Wexford is definitely one to check out. Ireland being Ireland, we need options on rainy days, and Ballyfad Wood, with its sheltered walks, ticks that... Read More
Ballymoney Trail opens up new treasures
The Ballymoney Trail in North Wexford now links the Ballymoney beaches with those at Seafield and Kiltennel. This is a great development as you can start at the Ballymoney South Beach, walk across the... Read More
Tomnafinnoge Woods an oak treat in Wicklow
Tomnafinnoge Woods near Tinahely, Co Wicklow, are a walker’s treat. I’m biased, as I live near them, and regularly walk beneath the umbrella of oak trees. Winter or summer, you can seek co... Read More
Snowdrop season at Altamont Gardens is a treat
February is snowdrop season at Altamont Gardens in Co Carlow. So, a walk through the ornamental gardens at this time of the year is a must. Seemingly, there are over 100 varieties of snowdrop here, st... Read More
Great views from Cahore Cliff Walk
Cahore Cliff Walk is a great boost for walkers in Wexford. Developed by the local Tidy Towns and Wexford County Council, it links Cahore Point and the Old Bawn Beach. For the record, Old Bawn Beach is... Read More