By Hook Or By Crooke
Sailing from Ballyhack in Co Wexford, By Hook or by Crooke Boat Tours offer guided tours of the scenic and historic Waterford Estuary/ Waterford Harbour by boat.
By Hook Or By Crooke Boat Tours
The main emphasis of the boat tour is on the history and cultural heritage of Waterford Harbour which has been for many centuries one of the principal trading routes in and out of Ireland. The tours are fully guided so not only will you get a chance to relax and enjoy all the beautiful scenery and wildlife that the estuary has to offer, both the knowledgeable guide and skipper will be on hand to take you on a journey through the ages embracing the built architectural history and maritime heritage of one of Ireland’s oldest trading routes.
The principle offering By Hook or by Crooke Boat Tours throughout the summer season is the Hook Lighthouse tour, which takes approximately 2 hours, with the main access points for all tours are the Harbour in Dunmore East Co Waterford and the Quay in Ballyhack in Co Wexford. They travel from either departure point taking in Credan Head on past the iconic Hook Lighthouse, Loftus Hall and Duncannon Fort, all the while taking in the splendid views that the Estuary has to offer.
Ballyhack is a small traditional fishing village located on the eastern side of Waterford Estuary approximately 25 minutes from the town of New Ross, 40 minutes from Wexford Town and 45 minutes from the city of Waterford. When travelling from New Ross or Wexford direction one can also use the signs for the Passage East Car Ferry as a useful guide.

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