Hollyfort Village

Hollyfort (Irish: Ráth an Chuilinn, meaning "ringfort of the holly") is a village in north County Wexford, Ireland. It lies within the townland of Mangan (Irish: an Mongán, meaning "the little swamp") in the valley of the River Bann, 5 km northwest of Gorey.

Historically it was called Rahincullin, which is an anglicisation of its Irish name.

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Hollyfort Old School - a hive of activity

Hollyfort Old School - a hive of activity thro' autumn evenings


The Hollyfort Writers Group starts back fortnightly from Wednesday 10th September '25 at 7 pm and all budding writers are welcome to join in the fun. 



The Hollyfort Singing Circle starts back fortnightly from Wednesday 17th September '25 at 7 pm. This group is for anyone who loves to sing and doesn't care who hears them!


The Hollyfort book club meet on 2nd Monday of the month to share their thoughts on a wide range of books. The autumn sessions begin on 6th October at 7.30 pm.


Do you like playing cards? A 45 Card Game is held on the last Sunday in the month, beginning at 7 pm. You may win something!


Each of the above evenings ends with refreshments and a chat.

To find out more about any of these activities, email hollyfortvillage@gmail.com and we will pass it on.


Sunday, August 17, 2025

Trees on the Land for Hollyfort


We are delighted to confirm that Trees on the Land have allocated 30 free trees to Hollyfort Development Group to be planted in and around Hollyfort village and trails.

Applications for free trees are now open from https://www.treesontheland.com/

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

National Heritage Week - Old School Digital Project

 

Hollyfort is taking part in Heritage Week '25 with a digital book project. 

This booklet is an account of the successes and trials of Hollyfort Old School from 1821 to the present day. It is told through photographs, historical documents and first-hand accounts by past pupils. The booklet is also available in hard-copy from Cooney's shop, Hollyfort.

https://www.heritageweek.ie/projects/hollyfort-old-school-cultural-heritage-booklet