County Waterford
on the South East coast of
Ireland is a maritime county
with no part of it being more
than twenty five miles (40 km)
from the sea. At its
widest points the county is
fifty one miles wide and
twenty seven miles long but
contains a variety of
landscapes and scenery that
are rarely encountered in such
a compact territory. The
spectacular plateau of the
Comeragh mountains rises up
2,600 feet above sea level in
the centre of the county. The
earliest proven settlers
arrived in Waterford some
9,000 years ago. These were
Mesolithic in culture and
survived by hunting, gathering
and fishing.
Waterford and its surrounding
areas have lots for the
visitor to explore. The
seaside village of Ardmore
with its round tower and
ancient ogham stones. Tramore
also a seaside town with lots
of arcades and amusements
along with its many based
water activities due to 3km of
golden beach, habitat to much
wildlife.
Enjoy some scenic drives to
Dunmore East and Passage East
and enjoy the tranquil haven
of Dunmore East Beach and its
many Coves such as Stoney
Cove, Ladies Cove, Badger's
Cove and Saleen and Woodstown
Beach and Clonea's Blue Flag
Beach. Waterford is great to
enjoy deep sea and river
angling, sailing and
windsurfing. Dunmore
East is just 6 miles from
Waterford City, and 44 miles
from Rosslare. Take in the
beauty of the Vee Gap area and
finish with the Commeragh
scenic drive, with its
wonderful mountain ranges and
the stunning Mahon Falls and
onto the village of Cappoquin.
The Commeragh region has lots
of remaining historic sites
such as Portal Dolmens, Ogham
Stones and cairns. The Copper
Coast between Tramore and
Dungarvan has been recognised
as a world Geopark, with its
impressive coastline. Lismore
is a lovely town famous for
its Castle and Gardens in
Lismore. Visitors to Waterford
can enjoy fresh water and deep
sea fishing.
Waterford Festivals
Waterford City where the River Suir flows through has a history of
maritime activities. The Festival of the Sea celebrates the links
between the people of the south east of Ireland and the south east
of Newfoundland. Spraoi Street Festival with its carnival
atmosphere is one not to be missed if you are visiting Waterford,
for its colour and creativity, it is a great family day out.
Waterford Visitor Attractions
Waterford and its surrounding areas have lots for the visitor to
explore. The seaside village of Ardmore with its round tower and
ancient ogham stones. Enjoy some scenic drives to Dunmore East and
Passage East. Take in the beauty of the Vee Gap area and finish
with the Commeragh scenic drive, with its wonderful mountain
ranges and the stunning Mahon Falls.
Waterford What's On
Waterford City is always a hive of activity, and with lots to be
enjoyed in the theatre line from productions at Waterfords Theatre
Royal, or the Red Kettle Theatre Company. The above Forum
Theatre has had the likes of Johnny Cash, David Gray, Van Morrison
all play here, so why not check this venue out.
