Norman heritage visitor attraction
An announcement was made last November that Wexfordia – The New Ross Tourism Transformation project, would be receiving more than €5.5 million in funding. Using this to enhance social and recreation facilities within the community and rejuvenate the local economy is vital for our town. Eamonn Hore, the Director of Services for the Wexford County Council, called the investment a “Game Changer for the area”.
Wexfordia involves a series of projects in the centre of New Ross, including the regeneration of the old Murphy Building 20 and 21 the Quay. Plans are in motion to transform it into a stunning Norman heritage visitor attraction.
There are countless possibilities for this huge space. For instance, the old Murphy Building’s blank walls are a perfect canvas for local artists. And a pedestrianised area with space for local stalls would be amazing for Summer and Winter festivals. As a result, the area could be perfect for supporting local creatives, bringing the community together and attracting visitors to The Norman Way!
Check out a before and after mock-up below.
Would you like to see New Ross transformed like this? If you have any ideas for our town let us know in the comments!
A proper run taxi service to look after the needs of people trying to get around in and out of New Ross and about town, lot’s more people would venture out if it was possible for them to get home, not everyone wants to be out late at night but it’s impossible to get a taxi Mon to Thurs at anytime it’s a nightmare and if they do want to stay out late then it’s a losing battle on getting home.
Great idea.!
The shops and buildings all along the quay are badly letting down the look and appeal of the town as you drive by. Everyone says it. It doesn’t look appealing at all. All very delapidated looking. Gives the impression town is on last legs or something!
Brilliant ,well done again for another great suggestion.
A Bus service from Dublin / Airport would be tremendous. A taxi service as suggested in New Ross would also be wonderful. (at reasonable prices.)
Good luck.
For years we have been seeing small tourist trains..kilkenny, kinsale just spring to mind..in every town in uk and europe .so sourcing new or used shouldn’t be a problem..our town has unique alleyways and with so many hills tourists could view town walls..st Mary’s etc..would suggest hop on hop off to bring business from quayside up to main streets…would be a definite asset!!