Ireland's
Ancient East
Featuring many travel itineraries, Hook Lighthouse is one of the landmark sites on Ireland’s Ancient East. Encompassing 17 counties and 5,000 years of history, Ireland’s hook-coastal-driveAncient East features three unique areas.
Located on the southern tip of County Wexford, Hook Lighthouse is the cornerstone of Irelands Ancient East. Hook Lighthouse with many other wonderful attractions – The Dunbrody Famine Ship, Tintern Abbey, The Irish National Heritage Park, Kilkenny Castle to name but a few are a huge draw for the many visitors that visit our wonderful country of Ireland.
Here they can immerse themselves in our heritage, friendly welcome and value.
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Ireland’s Ancient East
Places to Visit
Things to Do
We've put together some exploration routes for you to try from Hook Lighthouse
Family Fun itinerary
Family Fun itinerary
Explore the world’s oldest intact operational lighthouse. Climb the 115 steps of the ancient tower and step back in time to lighthouse life some 800 years ago.
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Thrilling Ireland's Ancient East Trip
Thrilling Ireland's Ancient East Trip
Discover the world’s oldest intact working lighthouse; enjoy an adventure with the masters at ‘The Irish Experience’. Explore Ireland’s oldest city and meet the founders…
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Couples Escape
Couples Escape
Once you’ve captured your fill of coastal photos, head north to the nearby Baginbun beach and cliffs, this secluded and picturesque bay is the perfect picnic spot and it also features a distinctive Martello Tower. The tranquil looking beach is Baginbun, the scene of epic high drama in 1170 when Ireland was lost and won again during the first Anglo-Norman invasion.
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where to
Stay
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