Irish National Heritage Park — Attraction in The Borough District of Wexford

By the will of the Emperor, I have walked upon countless worlds. I have seen the blasted hellscapes of war-torn sectors and the labyrinthine catacombs of Forge Worlds. Yet none have offered such a profound glimpse into the ancestral fortitude of humanity as this green and tranquil sanctuary known as the Irish National Heritage Park. While devoid of xenos filth to cleanse or the righteous clamor of a bolter, this park is a fortress of a different kind—a monument to the unyielding spirit of mankind's past. The ancient structures are not primitive; they are a testament to strategic genius. The circular earthworks of the ringfort, for instance, are a masterclass in simple, effective defense, utilizing the land itself to create formidable bastions. To walk their perimeter is to understand the tactical mind of our forebears, a lesson as valuable as any found within the Codex Astartes. Each recreated settlement speaks to a different form of human resilience. The crannog, a lake dwelling built on a man-made island, is a stark display of ingenuity and adaptation, an unassailable bastion against primitive raiders. The Viking longhouse, built for a culture of warriors and explorers, shows a different kind of ferocity—one that carved its own path across the seas of old Terra, demonstrating a martial spirit that would serve the Imperium well.

I have trained in fortresses carved from mountains and fought in voids where no air exists. Yet, to witness the bare-handed labor that built these simple walls... it fills me with a different kind of awe. The suffering of the common human, their struggle for existence against a primitive world, is the crucible from which our strength was forged. This park is not merely a testament to their survival, but to their endurance. It is a reminder that the spirit of mankind is not born of our technology, but of our indomitable will.

This park is a vital repository of our history, a lesson in humility, and an unshakeable symbol of the enduring power of our species. It should be mandatory study for all aspiring sergeants and captains. It is a monument to the past that reinforces our future. A full five-star rating, worthy of an Imperial citation. For the Emperor! For the...

Staff are excellent here and, were most helpful even changing our ticket request to save us on admission. There are audio tours available for hire, but the free guided tours are fantastic too, and we joined that latter. The guide was excellent, but you can learn just as much by reading the information panels next to each exhibit, so don't feel the need to always keep pace and not spend enough time at something that really interests you, especially if you have children. There are loads of activities for children to undertake, you can have a go at weaving their own pre-historic home, panning for gold, carving your own mark in stone, or moving a large slab of stone. If you rush around you could do it all in an hour or two, as stated on the entry information panels, but if you take advantage of everything on offer, then you really need a full day here. Although not included in the admission price, archery is available for three euros, giving you ten shots. I really must compliment the instructor, for being most helpful and spending the time to teach correct stance, posture, and technique, rather than it just being fundraising sideshow. Bushcraft techniques are also taught here on a regular basism and there are many special guests who give demonstrations here throughout the year, so do check online to see what's coming up during your stay. When I visited there were Viking ladies going about their daily chores, and teaching everyone about their traditional dress, sock making techniques, and cookery skills amongst other things. At the same time in another area, a group of experts were demonstrating the knapping of flint, and sharing their passion for the ancient art. At the end of the visit, children that undertook the various challenges will receive a certificate and some colouring-in sheets, when they hand in their piece of panned gold. Although the history of Ireland and the structures used as houses in Ireland through the ages are the focus here, there is plenty of fauna and flora for nature lovers too. Don't miss the Round Tower either, as it has a great vantage point for some...

We visited the HC yesterday without any pre booking hoping it was quiet. To our surprise it was , buying the tickets was easy and the lady at the desk explained everything clearly and provide us with a map and a separate free tour schedule. We decided to use the excellent cafe for a quick tea and snack before starting a tour with Nancy at 12.30 (sorry I mean Susan). Ha ha , she was amazing, very good with explaining things, her humour was definitely Irish, she also asssited us with the best way to work through the tour schedule to suit us. We would highly recommend Susan as a guide. After then we toured some of the other sections oursleves before having a lunch in the lovely cafe. Prices are very reasonable for an attraction I must say. Both Jamie and I (or Tomás and Jean-Pierre to Susan) We met back up with her for a second tour of the other sections with additional people, some German and some from the UK. She was very good at interacting and explaining the exhibits clearly. I wish we had more time but we did the last few sections ourselves again . And even went to the Falconary to see the Birds. The man there was very helpful and asked us if we wanted to pose with a small owl if we wanted to get some pics. We obliged as we have never done this before. It is well worth a visit to have 9000 years of history summed up in a few hours. Keep up the excellent work Nancy (sorry I mean Susan) you're a credit to the site and good luck with the future. Parking for our Campervan was also good and free. John-Paul...