- Boolavogue: A stirring resistance ballad commemorating the 1798 Wexford Rebellion, focusing on Father John Murphy’s leadership at the Battle of Oulart Hill. It celebrates Wexford’s fight for independence and local pride. Written by Patrick Joseph McCall (1861–1919), Wexford native; melody by Arthur Warren Darley.
- The Boys of Wexford: A patriotic anthem honouring the United Irishmen of the 1798 Wexford Rebellion, highlighting their bravery in battles like Vinegar Hill. It evokes county pride and resistance against British rule. Written by Lyrics by Robert Dwyer Joyce (1830–1883); music by Arthur Warren Darley; first published in 1872.
- Kelly of Killanne: A resistance ballad recounting the exploits of John Kelly, a charismatic leader from Killanne, Wexford, during the 1798 Rebellion. It celebrates his courage and the county’s revolutionary spirit. Written by Patrick Joseph McCall (1861–1919).
- Dancing at the Crossroads: A lively folk song celebrating traditional Wexford crossroads dances, evoking community spirit and rural joy in towns like Enniscorthy and Gorey. Traditional, no specific author; popularised in Wexford’s folk scene.
- Wexford Town: A reflective ballad about a Traveller family settling in Wexford Town, exploring themes of identity, discrimination, and pride in the county’s heritage. It references the town’s Viking roots and River Slaney. Written by Attributed to Pecker Dunne (1933–2013), Wicklow-born Traveller; popularised by The Mary Wallopers.
- The Inside Car: A delicate love song from Wexford about infatuation, set in the county’s rural landscapes. It showcases local storytelling and romantic charm. Traditional, no specific author.
- Ballyshannon Lane: A historical ballad about a 1798 Rebellion battle in Wexford between rebels and Hessians, set in Ballyshannon Lane. It honours local bravery and sacrifice. Written by Michael O’Brien, written around 1896.
- Cuchulainn’s Son: A biographical song about Nickey Rackard, a legendary Wexford hurler from Killanne, celebrating his sporting prowess and the county’s GAA pride. Written by Tom Williams, Wexford author.
- The Enniscorthy Lads: A resistance song praising the young men of Enniscorthy who fought in the 1798 Rebellion, focusing on their courage at Vinegar Hill. Traditional, no specific author; part of Wexford’s oral tradition.
- The Slaney Valley: A lyrical ode to the River Slaney and its valley, celebrating Wexford’s scenic beauty and rural life in communities like Bunclody and New Ross. Traditional.
Songs
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County Anthem
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
County Wexford:
Ireland’s county Wexford combines coastal beauty with historic sites, with the Hook Lighthouse, one of the world’s oldest, offering scenic coastal views. The Irish National Heritage Park recreates ancient and medieval settlements, while Wexford’s beaches, like Curracloe, provide sandy shores for walking. Other attractions include the historic town of Enniscorthy and its castle. Wexford is Ireland’s 13th largest county by size (2,351 square km) and 14th largest by population (163,919). Population peaked at 202,033 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 83,308 in 1961. In terms of hospitality, Wexford is Ireland’s eighth most visited tourist county with around 229,000 international visitors per year.
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