New Ross

New Ross is a port town situated along the River Barrow in County Wexford, characterized by stone buildings and narrow streets that slope down toward the waterfront. The riverside area displays traces of its maritime past with old docks and historic structures that shape the town's character.

The settlement originated from a monastery founded in the sixth century and evolved into a significant trading port by the early 13th century, when defensive walls were built to protect the market. These fortifications reflected the town's growing importance as a commercial and strategic hub.

The Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience displays exhibits about Irish emigration through a full-scale replica of a 19th-century sailing vessel. Visitors can explore how families experienced the journey across the Atlantic to seek new opportunities abroad.

The N25 road links New Ross to larger cities in the region, while regular bus services connect to Dublin, Waterford, and nearby destinations. The town is easily explored on foot, though visitors should be prepared for steep slopes on the streets.

The Kennedy Homestead near New Ross preserves the original farmhouse where President John F. Kennedy's great-grandfather lived before emigrating to America. The house displays the simple way of life the family had before their move across the ocean.

Location: County Wexford

Elevation above the sea: 30 m

Website: http://newrosstc.ie

GPS coordinates: 52.39561,-6.94508

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:03