This is a Wexford County Council walking trail.
There are a number of information boards along the route. A cache has been placed at six. Enjoy the walk
Wexford Walking Trails:
Kilmuckridge - Morriscastle Strand
Grade: Easy
Distance: 3km (linear trail) or 6km loop
Waymarking: Red
Trailhead: Kilmuckridge Village
Sat Nav: 52.5137 -6.2831
Parking: Free parking available in Kilmuckridge and Morriscastle Strand
TRAIL DESCRIPTION
The Kilmuckridge to Morriscastle walking trail is a safe, buggy friendly and wheelchair accessible trail. This scenic route links our friendly village to the coastal resort that is home to the blue flag beach of Morriscastle. Enjoy breath taking coastal views in the rolling agricultural fields along our trail while discovering heritage points on the way.
Morriscastle beach has long been regarded as one of Ireland’s top beaches stretching for over 20kms along the Wexford coast and is known as the ‘Golden Mile’. The beach is renowned for bass fishing from the shore, with large numbers of beach anglers visiting every year and has played host to ‘The World Angling Championships’. Morriscastle has a Beach Buggy initiative which ensures accessibility and inclusion for all. Find out more about our Beach Buggy at www.wexfordcoco.ie
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DON'T MISS...
• A relaxing beverage or lunch in one of the local, friendly coffee shops or local hotel.
• Kilmuckridge village with its array of shops and eateries.
• Landscaped picnic area on the western approach to the village.
• 15 points of heritage along the walking trail.
• Beautiful views of Wexford’s coastline.
• Facilities and refreshments in Morriscastle Beach Resort including surf hire and wetsuits.
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USEFUL TRAIL INFORMATION
BOSI Discovery Map Series 69
Grid Reference: T 165 416
Ascent: 8m
Walking time: 80 minutes (return)
Format: Linear
Surface: Concrete Footpath
Gates/Stiles: No
Start/Finish: Kilmuckridge Village
Equipment Recommended: No special equipment required
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION
Mobile Coverage: Generally Good
Picnic Area: Kilmuckridge village
Public Toilets: Morriscastle Car Park
Facilities: Available in both Kilmuckridge and Morriscastle.
Dogs: Dogs must be kept under control at all times.
You must clean up after your dog if it fouls in a public place.
N52 30.833 W006 14.484 Morriscastle Strand
N42 30.796 W006 14.569
N52 30.789 W006 15.261 Castle Annesley
N52 30.791 W006 15.313 Napoleon’s horse
N52 30.797 W006 15.385 Argentinian Connection
N52 30.787 W006 15.488 Old Coal Yard
N52 30.810 W006 15.715 The Old racecourse
N52 30.825 W006 15.825 original Morriscastle
N52 30.817 W006 15.872 Bean Sí on the bridge
N52 30.821 W006 15.895 Battle site
N52 30.828 W006 16.834 Old RIC Barracks
N52 30.821 W006 16.881 Famine Wall
N52 30.808 W006 16.939 Peg’s Garden
N52 30.808 W006 16.974 Kilmuckridge Castle