Semi Detached Houses in Gorey

Gorey Area Description

The historic Market House which is on Main Street Gorey, is a Victorian style building which is now the local government administrative centre and houses the unique chiming clock.

This old 18th century building was rebuilt in 1709 and is currently used as the meeting place for the Gorey Town Commissioners. It is also the location of the Gorey Tourist Office. During the 1798 insurrection prisoners were held here. The building is listed as a place of regional historic interest.

The historic Market House which is on Main Street Gorey, is a Victorian style building which is now the local government administrative centre and houses the unique chiming clock. This old 18th century building was rebuilt in 1709 and is currently used as the meeting place for the Gorey Town Commissioners. It is also the location of the North Wexford Tourist Office. During the 1798 insurrection prisoners were held here. The building is listed as a place of regional historic interest.

The street has many old fashioned shop-fronts - Browne's Pub, Myles Doyle, Hughie Doyle's, French's Premier House and McGoverns Lounge are among the shop-fronts listed for protection. Take note of the Eco Restaurant whose fine premises are protected for regional interest.

At the top of the Main Street is the Court House. Built in 1819, it was burned down in 1922 but was rebuilt shortly afterwards. Beside the Court House is the Church of Ireland. Christ Church was erected in 1861, and boasts some magnificent stained glass windows. The structure of the Church with its tower is beautiful and this is highlighted when it is illuminated at night. The Church is listed for preservation for the national interest. Beside Christ Church is the old Erasmus Smith School House. Built in 1834, the architecture is worth noting, it is now the Social Services Centre.

Source : Northwexford.com