A View From the Keep: The history of a town through the eyes of its castle
Exhibition celebrating the achievements of Wexford’s pioneering ICA members - March - June 2012
The exhibition will feature several of the key members associated with the foundation and development of the Irish Countrywomen’s Association. On display will be a range of crafts and memorabilia dating back to the formation of the organisation, completed by some of its most influential members. The Castle will also host ICA members from across Co. Wexford, who will take part in weekly hands on demonstrations of traditional crafts including embroidery, floral arranging, needlework and much more. For more information on the exhibition or the schedule of weekly demonstrations please contact Enniscorthy castle on 053 92 34699 or email info@enniscorthycastle.ie.
Opening Hours - 6th January 2012
Monday - Friday 1000 -1600 Last admission 1530 Weekends and Bank Holidays 1200 - 1700 Last admission 1630
Meet the victorious Wexford camogie teams. - 19th November 2011
Enniscorthy Castle hosts members of the victorious Wexford camogie teams on Saturday 19 November from 3pm to 4pm. Come and have your photo taken with the players, get their autographs and lift the O'Duffy Cup!
Eileen Gray Chair Expects to Sell for €1 million - 4th November 2011
A chair by the well-known Irish designer Eileen Gray is expected to fetch about €1 million when it goes for auction in Sotheby’s Paris later this month. The Transat armchair was commissioned by the Maharajah of Indore for his bedroom in the 1920s. It is regarded as a masterpiece of modernist design. Only 12 armchairs were made and only nine are documented.
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Visit by Chinese Ambassador - 01 November 2011
His Excellency Mr. Luo Linquan, Chinese Ambassador to Ireland visited Enniscothy Castle whilst in Wexford.
Wexford Paranormal are back! - 28th October 2011
Due to phenomenal demand, Wexford Paranormal are back for a six hour public paranormal investigation of Enniscorthy Castle. With areas such as the dungeon producing unexplainable activity and the possibility of the Castle having resident entities, this is an evening not to be missed! Ticket’s for this event are €40.00 and are available from Enniscorthy Castle (053 92 34699). Places are allocated on a first come first serve basis and light refreshments will be provided.
Witches and Wizardry - 30th October 2011
Enniscorthy Castle will transform itself into the magical world of Hogwarts school of Witches and Wizardry. Parents can en-roll their children by purchasing a ticket at the Castle. Prior to the event children will receive a Hogwarts style acceptance letter, and on the night experience some of the mystical locations of the Harry Potter films - including the Grand Staircase, the Forbidden Forrest, Digan Alley and the Great Hall. They will also take the first steps to becoming a legendary witch or wizard through completing Herbology, Divination, Astrology and Potion Brewing classes on the night. Tickets for this event are €10.00 from Enniscorthy Castle (053 92 34699) and allocated on a first come first served basis and light refreshment will be provided.
Grandparent's Day - 25th September 2011
To celebrate Grandparent's Day, admission to the Castle is FREE for grandparents bringing their grandchildren on a visit.
Change to Opening Time On this Date - 13th September 2011
Enniscorthy Castle will open at 1300 and not 0930 as usual. This is to facilitate a privately booked tour.
Murder Mystery Night - 30th September 2011
There are still some places available for our first murder mystery night, "Murder in the Castle". Arrival time is from 7.45pm with the action getting under way from 8pm. We expect to have the evening wrapped up by 10.15pm- 10.30pm. About a week beforehand you will receive a letter or email with your invite, character profile and costume suggestions. On the night you will receive your personal instructions to help you solve the mystery. For enquiries call 053 923 4699 or email info@enniscorthycastle.ie
Murder Mystery Night - 30th September 2011
Enniscorthy Castle is set for a murder mystery night on the Friday 30th of September. Guests are encouraged to don fancy dress in the style of the character they are assigned. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first- come, first- served basis. Further details will be announced shortly, so keep an eye on www.enniscorthycastle.ie, the Enniscorthy Castle Facebook page, or #enniscorthycast on Twitter. The murder mystery night is just one of a series of monthly events being planned for Enniscorthy Castle
23,000 visitors - August 30th 2011
Visitor numbers continue to impress at Enniscorthy Castle. We have now passed the 23,000 visitor mark!
Heritage Week activities - August 22nd 2011
A busy weekend in the Castle, with 2,000 visitors over Saturday and Sunday here to enjoy fairy tales from participants in the Enniscorthy Street Rhythms Dance Festival as well as our Heritage Week activities. See our Facebook page for photographs.
20,000th visitor - August 20th 2011
Enniscorthy Castle welcomed its 20,000th visitor today, Newfoundlander Joanne O'Brien. For being our landmark visitor, Joanne won a bottle of champagne and a meal for two at the nearby Riverside Park Hotel.
Street Rhythms Dance Festival Light Show - August 19th 2011
The Enniscorthy Street Rhythms Dance Festival visited the Castle on Friday night for a spectacular light show.
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20,000th visitor - 17th August 2011
We're expecting our 20,000th visitor in the next week at Enniscorthy Castle - might well be a special prize!
Art in the Open - 29th July 2011
Check out our facebook page for photos from the day. The Art in the Open Festival visited Enniscorthy for a paint- out. The Castle hosted a number of artists on the roof- fortunately the weather co-operated and the rain held off!
Heritage Week - 20th - 28th August 2011
Enniscorthy Castle is gearing up for Heritage Week with a whole host of free events including a medieval craft fair on the 20th and medieval family fun day on the 21st.
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Enniscorthy Street Rhythms Dance Fest - 15th August 2011
We're getting ready for the Enniscorthy Street Rhythms Dance Fest, www.enniscorthystreetrhythms.com, and the spectacular light show taking place around 2145 on Friday the 19th here at the Castle! See last years show
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