[Guided Tour] Saltee Island Great, St. George's Channel, County Wexford
Trek Ireland on the South Wexford Coast
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Join natural heritage guide Jim Hurley on this guided virtual walking tour of Saltee Island Great, County Wexford. Discover the natural wonders on this private island with thanks to the Neale family for allowing day visitors.
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