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A Guide to Waterford City
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Rent in Waterford: A Guide to the CityIreland
Brief History of Waterford City
• 914 AD Founded by the Vikings• 1137 AD Diarmuid McMurrough (King
of Leinster) is unsuccessful in trying to capture Waterford
• 1170 AD Richard de Clare i.e. Strongbow captures Waterford
• 1171 AD Henry II arrives in Waterford• 1349 AD The Plague (Black Death)
kills more than 1/3 of Waterford’s citizens
• 1649 AD Cromwell fails to capture Waterford City
Brief History of Waterford City
• 1783 AD George and William Penrose open their Waterford Glass
Factory• 18th Century Period of huge prosperity
for the city but the Great Famine makes its mark in the latter
half of the century• 1948 AD The All Ireland Hurling
Final against Dublin is won by Waterford
• Present Day Still one of Ireland’s premier ports
Much of the city’s architectural heritage has been restored and is available for the public to enjoy
Waterford is the perfect blend of ancient, historic buildings and
modern amenities
Things to Do
Viking Quarter Walking Tour
See the following sites as part of the tour:
• Plaza at Waterford Crystal• Reginald's Tower• Greyfriars Municipal Art Gallery• 13th Century Choristers Hall• The Medieval Mayors Wine Vault• Christchurch Cathedral• Bishops Palace• Theatre Royal• City Hall• Thomas Francis Meagher Memorial
Suir River Cruises
Relax on a Suir River Cruise and see the sights of Waterford in a different way, including:
• Reginald's Tower• Clock Tower• Granville Hotel• Suir Bridge• Grannagh Castle• The Island• Cheekpoint• Passage East
Things to Do
Kite Design Studios
A unique attraction showcasing on-site designers and craftspeople that includes:
• Sean Egan Art Glass• Bonzie• Stradbally Jewellery • Anne McDonnell• Irish Handmade Glass
Things to Do
Gallweys Irish Handmade Chocolate
Don’t miss the chance to discover how Gallwey’s unique chocolates are made, you can even join in the making of the chocolates too.
• Gallweys of Waterford are winners ofseveral great taste awards
• Use traditional methods and recipes to create their handmade treats
Things to Do
Spraoi Street Festival
• Takes place annually in August for three days• Events are usually free• Combines music, family friendly arts,
theatre and fringe events • Includes worldwide acts• Attracts nearly 100,000 people
Festivals and Events
Waterford Harvest Festival
• Celebrates the culinary heritage and culture of the city• Showcases the regions gastronomic delights• Attractions include a “Picnic & Play”
in the People’s Part and a country market on the Quays of Waterford City
Festivals and Events
Imagine Arts Festival
• Celebration of the Arts – dance, literature, visual, film, theatre & comedy and music
• Attractions include live performances and special workshops
• Events are often free
Festivals and Events
If you are coming to the city for an extended visit you might want to look for an apartment to rent in Waterford.
Rooms for rent in Waterford can be found easily through property agencies. These property agencies can help make your stay hassle free and straightforward.
So whether you’re staying for the summer months or a year finding a place to rent in Waterford is easy with the help of a trusted property agency!
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