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...
Christmas Lights Table Quiz
on Friday, November 21st, 2025 in The Thatch, Ferns at 9pm Each year a table quiz is held by Ferns Community Development Association CLG, to raise funds to pay for replacement, repair and maintenance of Christmas lights. The cost of running the...
‘The origins of the “Norman” invaders of Ireland’
A talk by Professor Séan Duffy on November 5th at 7.30pm in St. Edan's Cathedral, Ferns This talk is part of series organised by the Wexford Normandy Cultural Association to raise awareness of '2027 European Year of the Normans'. The first of these...
The Irish of Brittany – a story of a migration
on October 25th at 7.30pm in St. Edan's Cathedral, Ferns. There’s something special coming to St. Edan’s Cathedral in Ferns on Saturday, October 25th at 7.30pm – a concert that brings together Irish and Breton music, all inspired by the story of...
Heritage Week Events
Don't miss unique events in Ferns during Heritage Week First up is t 'Know Your Graveyard' on Sat, Aug 16th from 12-1.30pm Event 2: Discover 8 Magic Plant of medieval Ferns on Tues, Apr 19th from 12 - 1pm Both events take place in the historic old...
Ferns Village Golf Classic 2025
Golf Classic Results Winners: Ed Cullen, Liam Sheridan, Michael Condren, Fiachra Ryan (103 points). Prize: 4 x €50 Fuel Voucher from Kenny Fuels 2nd Prize: Peter Byrne Davide Kennedy, Bobby Larking & Glen Hughes (101 points). Prize: 4 x €25...
New Heritage Trail Way Markers Installed
Watch out for the new way markers on the Ferns Village Heritage Trail. The way markers can be seen set into pavements along Upper and Lower Main St. The trail, which starts at the old graveyard adjacent to St. Edan's Cathedral is part of the...
Ferns Christmas Quiz 2024
on Friday, November 15th at 9pm in The Thatch, Ferns Help light Ferns up this Christmas by supporting or joining our Christmas Quiz on Friday, November 15th at 9pm in The Thatch lounge. Our annual fundraiser is a great way to get together at a...
St. Mogue’s Cottage Rethatching Fundraiser Launch Night
on Friday next, October 4th in St. Edan's Cathedral, Ferns at 7pm. Followed by a reception in St. Mogue's Cottage. Speakers at the event will include Dr. Denis Shine, Irish Archaeology Field School; The Very Reverend Leslie Forrest, Former Dean of...
Heritage Week Events
Free entry to the Medieval Ferns Experience on Wednesday, Aug 21st and free guided walking tours on Tuesday, Aug 20th and Thursday, Aug 22nd. Don't miss this opportunity to get to know about Ferns amazing medieval history. Pre booking is required -...
Ferns Village Golf Classic 2024
Congratulations to the winners of this year's Golf Classic: Men's Team: Cillian McCarthy, Seamus Ryan, David Durack & Rory McCarthy Ladies Team: Kathy Mitchell, Helen Jordan, Margaret Collins, Bernie Byrne A great day of golf and everyone was...
Festival of Ferns 2024 Returns on June Bank Holiday
There’s nothing like a festival to get people together, having fun and celebrating. All events are free and open to all. We want you to share in our celebration so make sure and save the dates – June 2nd and 3rd, 2024.
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...
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...
Happy Christmas to one and all
As we wind down and make the final preparations, we wish you all a very happy and peaceful Christmas.
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...
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,...
Halloween Jousting Fun at the Medieval Ferns Experience
Would you like to do something different and fun with the kids over the Halloween school break? Why not try our William Marshal Jousting Tournament sessions? Each 1 hour session will include a mix of shield making, show and tell of Norman armoury...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Public Art Launch Event
Giant bee hive sculptures in the graveyard by St. Edan’s Cathedral, Ferns.