Baginbun Head, Fethard-on-Sea, County Wexford
Trek Ireland with Jim Hurley on the South Wexford Coast, County Wexford
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During the afternoon sun, the rugged coastline of Baginbun Head stands out in sharp relief. Here, the jagged cliffs and windswept grasses are a testament to the fierce beauty of Ireland's southeastern coast.
But this is no ordinary stretch of shoreline. It was here, at Baginbun Head, that two Anglo-Norman boats, 'La Bague’ and ‘La Bonne', landed in 1170 AD, bringing with them the first wave of Norman invaders. And so began the long and bloody struggle for control of Ireland.
But at the same time, there's a sense of peace and calm that pervades the scene. It's a reminder that, even in the midst of turmoil, there is still beauty and stillness to be found.
So, sign up and experience the magic of Baginbun Head for yourself. Imagine being here, where the Anglo-Normans made their fateful landing, and feel the weight of history on your shoulders as you gaze out across the golden sands of time.
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