historic in Wexford, Ireland

Baginbun Head

Where a 100-man Norman force landed in 1170 and began the conquest of Ireland.

Worth the wander

A grassy headland on the Hook Peninsula where Raymond le Gros's Norman vanguard landed in May 1170, still carrying the earthworks of their camp above the beach, with a Martello tower and sea-cliff walking around the point.

Quick answers

Cost: Free
Time and distance: 1-1.5 hour cliff walk
Parking: Small free car park near the head

Find your way

Baginbun, Fethard-on-Sea, Co. Wexford