Hook Head

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The FV Alize : sank on January 4th, 2020, near the end of a trip dredging for scallops.
Investigation finds Co Wexford boat capsized due to loss of stability

Two fishermen died after their boat capsized off Hook Head, Co Wexford, due to a likely loss of stability as they attempted to haul in a catch, accord(...)

Hook Head is renowned as the oldest intact working lighthouse in the world, according to Cllr John Fleming
Archers make way to Hook Head for new year ‘arrow ceremony’

Dunbrody Archers turned out in force on Hook Head in Co Wexford on Wednesday to participate in a ceremony going back more than 300 years. Chair of Ne(...)

We marvelled at how imbued with story this small corner of Ireland was
Walk for the Weekend: Hook Head, Co Wexford
  • Travel
  • November 13, 2019, 01:00

For those us growing up in Wexford town, the “Hook” meant shoaling mackerel, funny-sounding Baginbun Head and real fright as we sped home past haunted(...)

Worth the effort: Take in the stunning views at Hook Head, Co Wexford
Cycle of the Week: Head to Hook for scenery, mystery, history

Our route begins and ends in the beautiful seaside village of Duncannon, Co Waterford, renowned for its fine golden beach where sand sculpting is a po(...)

Outdoor inspiration: painter applies himself to his art
Painting ‘en plein air’ – or plain rain

Watching paint dry doesn’t sound promising as a tourism offering but it is the unexpectedly enjoyable aspect for visitors to Ireland’s outdoor pain(...)

Crowds gather for the funerals of Kenny, Paul and Shane Bolger at Crooke church, Co Waterford today. Photograph: Mary Browne
Three Bolger fishermen brothers buried in Co Waterford

The sea may in a very short time have taken the lives of the three Bolger brothers, Paul, Kenny and Shane, but the love they left behind will endure a(...)