50th Anniversay of Leo Rowsome’s Death

50th Anniversay of Leo Rowsome’s Death

50th Anniversary of Leo Rowsome's Death  The 20th September 2020 will be the 50th anniversary of the death of Leo Rowsome. A grandson of Samuel Rowsome a well-known piper in the 1820s who lived in Ballintore near Ferns, Leo is credited with keeping...

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Festival of Ferns 2024

Festival of Ferns 2024

Save the date and spread the word! This year's festival will take place on June 2nd & 3rd Watch this space for updates

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Ferns Community Project CLG – AGM

Ferns Community Project CLG – AGM

Ferns Community Project CLG,(formerly FAS) will hold an AGM on Wednesday,February 7th at 8pm. Ferns Community Project is acommunity employment scheme which is an importantasset to our community and brings benefit and practicalhelp to many...

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It’s Pantomime Time in Ferns

It’s Pantomime Time in Ferns

Don't miss this year's pantomime - the classic Aladdin. A fantastic family night out. Starting tomorrow night, 18th and continuing on 19th and 20th. Make sure you get your tickets before they're sold out. Available online at...

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Irish Chamber Orchestra concert

Irish Chamber Orchestra concert

In the special setting of St. Edan's Cathedral on Saturday next, December 16th at 7pm. The concert, entitled ‘Christmas with Ailish Tynan’, will take place at 7pm on Saturday, December 16th and promises to be a celebration of music and talent...

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Ferns Christmas Lights Table Quiz

Ferns Christmas Lights Table Quiz

The Table Quiz was a great success with a capacity attendance and a great atmosphere. Winners on the night were The Dell Boys: Joan O'Toole, Pat Kinsella, Pat O'Toole and Lar O'Toole. Runners Up were Tequilla Mockingbird: Aideen Bates, Rom Bates,...

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Ferns Community Development Association AGM

Ferns Community Development Association AGM

The Annual General Meeting of Ferns Community Development Association (FCDA) will take place on October 12th at 7pm in Ferns Community Development Association. All are welcome. Please come along - its an opportunity to get updates on FCDA...

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Celebrating Heritage Week

Celebrating Heritage Week

Thursday, 17th at 7pm: Talk by Ena Gray 'The Church in the Middle Ages - where were the women? Sunday: 20th at 2.30pm. Talk & demonstration by beekeeper Joe Kelly. Free entry and all are welcome. The theme of this year's Heritage Week is to...

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Ferns Golf Classic 2023

Ferns Golf Classic 2023

Competition winners. Congratulations to the House of Cards team: Ger Walsh, Les Walsh, Billy Walsh & Mick Walsh. Thanks to all sponsors and all who supported this annual event. Our main sponsor for this year's event is CENTRA, Ferns - we thank...

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Festival of Ferns 2023

Festival of Ferns 2023

We had the most wonderful festival - from start to finish a great success. Huge thanks to all those who helped in any way to make this a memorable, fantastic festival. Testimony from a local "Everyone is talking about how much they really enjoyed...

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Day Trip to National Gallery                                       & National Museum

Day Trip to National Gallery & National Museum

on Saturday, May 6th. The Daniel Maclise painting of The Marriage of Strongbow and Aoife features prominently in a short film in the Medieval Ferns Experience, a visitor attraction located on Upper Main St., Ferns. The painting and the many...

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Céili in The Courtyard, Ferns

Céili in The Courtyard, Ferns

On Saturday, April 22nd at 7.30pm. a céili will be held in The Courtyard, Ferns to welcome the Welsh Tourism Ambassadors to Wexford. All are welcome to attend - you just need to book your free place here The event is a celebration of the Irish and...

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The Medieval Pantry

The Medieval Pantry

A unique foraging event in Ferns on Sunday, April 9th from 10am - 12.30pm. Exploring the hidden history of our weeds, trees and wild plants. Lorraine from Gallivanting.ie will peel back the layers and reveal what the monks and residents would have...

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Ferns Dramatic Society

Ferns Dramatic Society

Don't miss this year's pantomime 'Jack & The Beanstalk' on January 19th, 20th and 21st in Ferns Community Centre. Tickets available online After a break of a couple of years, they're back and tickets are selling fast. A great night of family...

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Happy Christmas to all

Happy Christmas to all

Wishing you all a happy and healthy Christmas and a huge thanks to all who have supported our projects and events during the year. Don't forget to #supportlocal - we're fortunate to have many valuable services and talented people living in our...

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Ferns Christmas Lights ‘Switch On’

Ferns Christmas Lights ‘Switch On’

Joint us on Friday, December 9th at 7pm to celebrate the Christmas Lights 'Switch On'. Meet at the roundabout bus stop - you'll hear us before you see us! To celebrate the occasion, we will be joined by the Helena Dunbar School of Music and The...

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Ferns Community Project AGM

Ferns Community Project AGM

will hold an AGM on Wednesday, December 7th at 8pm in St. Mogue’s Cottage, Ferns. Ferns Community Project is a community employment scheme which is an important asset to our community and brings benefit and practical help to many community groups...

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Ferns Christmas Quiz 2022

Ferns Christmas Quiz 2022

Help light Ferns up this Christmas. This year we're delighted to hold our quiz in-person on Friday, November 18th at 8pm in The Thatch lounge. Our annual fundraiser is a great way to get together at a community event while supporting a much...

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Pilgrim Route Public Meeting

Pilgrim Route Public Meeting

on Monday, November 14th in Ferns Community Centre at 8pm. The public meeting is being organised under the Ancient Connections programme and will give an introduction to the new Wexford - Pembrokeshire Pilgrim Way. There will be speakers from both...

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Free Event – Talk on Archaeology in Ferns

Free Event – Talk on Archaeology in Ferns

on Wednesday, November 2nd at 3pm in the Medieval Ferns Experience. The talk will be given by archaeologist Kate Taylor, TVAS Ireland and will give updates on an excavation conducted in Ferns in 2019/2020. Entitled The Mill At The Bottom Of The...

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Phelim Drew Concert in Ferns.

Phelim Drew Concert in Ferns.

Don't miss this concert with a difference on October 7th in St. Aidan's Church here in Ferns. 'Remembering Ronnie' performed by Phelim Drew and the Drew House Band, dedicated to the legacy of Phelim's Dad, Ronnie. Phelim will be remembering Ronnie...

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Visit the Medieval Ferns Experience

Visit the Medieval Ferns Experience

in the Ancient Capital of Leinster and immerse yourself in fascinating tales of power and intrigue, of saints, Gaelic Kings and Norman knights. The story is told through a range of media including audio visual, sensory and virtual reality. We take...

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