Things to do & see in Waterford

DINING:

There is a great variety of excellent restaurants within a 3 – 6 mile radius (5 -10 kilometres) of Samuel's Heritage, ranging from quaint seafood-restaurants along the coast (Dunmore East) to superb dining pleasures in a myriad of wonderful restaurants, featuring both local and ethnic cuisine in Waterford and vicinity.

Waterford City Food & Craft Market

This fresh new shopping experience offers the best variety of quality, specialised and locally produced foods such as Commeragh Cheddar and Ireland's only organic apple juice. There are also handcrafts on sale including pottery, ethnic jewellery and wood craft. 10am - 4pm. Jenkins Lane, off Georges Street, Waterford.

ACTIVITIES:

May 2010

Maritime Matters
Saturday 1st - Sunday 2nd May 2010
Hook Lighthouse Visitor Centre.
Light up your Day at Hook Lighthouse. From noon to 7pm Saturday and Sunday of the May Bank Holiday. Learn how the rescue services work together to avert tragedy. Meet the members and see the equipment of the Coast Guard, RNLI, Civil Defence, Navy, and others. Spectacular Rescue displays on the water by the RNLI and Rescue Helicopter. Music over two days to interest all ages, Children's entertainment including art classes, fancy dress, balloons. Local arts and crafts demonstrations and sales.

Samuels Heritage B&B ideally located near Waterford City Centre
Contact Samuels Heritage to book Accommodation


There are beaches and golf-courses (Golf Value Passes and Offers) in close vicinity to Samuel's Heritage, as well as hiking trails and opportunities for horseback-riding, cycling, fishing and various water-sports (Dunmore East Adventure Centre) such as Surfing & sailing & swimming. (Splash World - Tramore)

SIGHTSEEING:

Waterford is also home to the world-famous Waterford-Crystal factory

The Sparkle of a New Beginning


Brand New Waterford Crystal Visitor Centre - Opening June 2010
Please note: Due to this re-development, the old Visitor Centre is now closed

Waterford Crystal are delighted to announce that the new owners, WWRD, have signed an agreement with Waterford City Council to open a brand new Waterford Crystal manufacturing facility, retail outlet and visitor centre in the very heart of Waterford. Click here to view the Press Release.


Opening in June 2010, the new centre will be based in the former ESB regional office on the Mall in Waterford and will employ up to 130 staff at peak trading periods, including highly skilled local craftsmen for the new Waterford Crystal Prestige Manufacturing Facility. Here, approximately 40,000 hand-crafted high end pieces will be produced using traditional methods for our most discerning customers and for the thousands of tourists who will come to visit the new facility.

At the press briefing in Dublin, Pierre de Villemejane (CEO) and Anthony Jones (CFO) told the gathered press: "WWRD is thrilled to be a part of the long and distinguished history of crystal manufacturing in Waterford. The incomparable and iconic brand of Waterford Crystal continues to be as popular as ever the world over, and it is vital that its heritage of craftsmanship and design remain firmly rooted in Waterford."
Artist impression of the Prestige Factory and Visitor Experience



Waterford Museum of Treasures - at the Granary brings together an extensive range of rare and beautiful artefacts that are brought to life by the latest technological innovations.

The treasure trail and personal sound guide device, allows each visitor to encounter the past at their own pace, to stop and marvel at the fascinating artefacts and to explore them in depth through a series of interactive and audio-visual presentations. One thousand years of Ireland’s oldest city is encountered.

Walking Tours of Waterford

Walking Tours of Waterford gives the visitor a good insight into the History of Waterford through a 1 hr. exploration of the city by foot. Jack Burchall 00353 51 873711

Reginald's Tour -over 1000 year old Round-tower - eldest surviving Building in the City & eldest civic Building in Ireland.

Christ Church Cathedral has been at the heart of Waterford City since the 10Th Century when the Vikings built the first Church on the site. The restored and refurbished cathedral is a magnificent 18Th Century building designed by John Roberts. The building is steeped in the heritage and history of Waterford with medieval tombs, memorial wall plaques, and beautiful stucco plasterwork ceiling. A regular programme of concerts and recitals takes place at the cathedral through out the year.

Enjoy a relaxing coffee in serene surroundings or browse in the gift shop. Treasure Trail, Animal Trail and colouring for children. A regular programme of concerts and recitals take place in the cathedral. Read more about Christ Church Cathedral Read less about Christ Church Cathedral.

Waterford Heritage Genealogical Centre
The centre is located in a small lane between George’s and Patricks street. It is next to the ruins of the French Church. This centre specializes in tracing county Waterford’s ancestry. There are Church registers dating from 1655 and other surveys, rolls and census lists are used as resources. You can also learn from an audiovisual presentation, which examines the heritage of the people of Waterford.

LOCATION: Waterford Heritage Genealogical Centre, Patrick's Church, Jenkins Lane, Waterford
OPENING TIMES: Hours Mon-Thurs 9am-5pm; Fri 9am-2pm
PRICE: Prices Free admission; basic search fee €40
CONTACT: Phone (051) 876123, Fax (051) 850645
Web: www.waterford-heritage.ie




For bookings or more information please contact Samuel's Heritage Bed & Breakfast, Waterford