- Wexford Destination and Experience Development Plan (DEDP) Implementation: Launched by Fáilte Ireland in 2025, this five-year strategy will see significant progress in 2026, focusing on vibrant tourism hubs in towns like Wexford, Gorey, New Ross, and Enniscorthy; enhanced coastal experiences including a new water sports facility in Curracloe; and rural networks supporting outdoor, food, cultural, and heritage activities to extend the season and disperse visitors sustainably.
- New Norman-Themed Attraction in New Ross: As a flagship project under the DEDP capital investment programme, this immersive experience at or near the Dunbrody Visitor Centre will bring Norman history to life through interactive elements, enriching storytelling around Wexford’s medieval heritage for families and history enthusiasts.
- Enhanced Visitor Experiences at Irish National Heritage Park: Ongoing capital investments will deliver upgraded interpretive features, potentially including a new Viking village linked to Wexford Town’s origins, providing deeper immersion into 9,000 years of Irish history through reconstructed sites and engaging activities.
- Upgraded Facilities and Experiences at Hook Lighthouse: Improvements funded through the DEDP will introduce dynamic animated storytelling centred on ‘The Story of a Thousand Shipwrecks’, geological interpretation, and enhanced visitor amenities at this ancient operational lighthouse, boosting educational and awe-inspiring coastal visits.
- Proposed €180 Million Luxury Resort in Kilmore Quay: If planning permission is granted in early 2026, preparatory works could begin on this integrated 5-star development featuring 163 rooms, family suites, lodges, spa, leisure centre, restaurants, and biodiversity-focused walking routes, aiming to establish a year-round flagship for luxury coastal tourism.
- Wexford Festival Opera 75th Anniversary: Running from 15-31 October 2026, this milestone edition of the world-renowned festival will feature rare operas, concerts, recitals, talks, and free pop-up events, celebrating its legacy with an expanded programme of musical excellence in intimate venues.
- Open Afternoon Tea Experiences at Wells House & Gardens: Newly introduced for 2026, these elegant sessions in the historic house offer freshly baked scones, sandwiches, and sweets alongside premium teas, providing a refined, traditional indulgence amid the Victorian estate’s charming surroundings.
- Small Arts Festivals and Fáilte Ireland-Supported Events: Through Wexford County Council’s 2026 grant schemes, a range of new and returning small-scale arts festivals, experimental events, and participative activities will enhance cultural engagement, promoting public interaction with local artists and driving off-season tourism.
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