A clifftop stroll with history at its heart, the Doneraile Walk offers sweeping views of Tramore Bay and a poignant tribute to the Sea Horse tragedy of 1816. Gifted to the townspeople by Lord Doneraile, this scenic path is rich in both natural beauty and maritime heritage.
Doneraile Walk, Tramore
Doneraile Walk, Tramore – Siúlóid Doneraile, Trá Mhór
The Doneraile Walk is named after a local landlord, Lord Doneraile, who donated this land to the Townspeople. On this walk you will see a monument to one of the worst ship wrecks that Tramore bay has ever seen notably the loss of the British “Sea Horse” in January 1816. Over 360 lives were lost and this tragedy inspired the erection in 1821 of the Beacon Towers.
Directions
Follow the N25 through Waterford City, and branch left onto the R675 as you leave the City following the signs for Tramore. On entering Tramore, follow this road through the roundabouts, and up onto Church Road where the trailhead is located on the left-hand-side.
Overview
A clifftop stroll with history at its heart, the Doneraile Walk offers sweeping views of Tramore Bay and a poignant tribute to the Sea Horse tragedy of 1816. Gifted to the townspeople by Lord Doneraile, this scenic path is rich in both natural beauty and maritime heritage.
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