Wells House, County Wexford facts for kids
Wells House and Gardens is a beautiful old country house in County Wexford, Ireland. It was built in the 1830s during the Victorian era, which was the time of Queen Victoria. The house has a special "Tudor Gothic" style, which makes it look a bit like a castle. Today, it's a very popular place for families to visit, with lots to see and do.
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A Look Back in Time: The History of Wells House
Building a Grand Home
The design for Wells House was created by a famous architect named Daniel Robertson. He was known for designing other big houses in Ireland, like Powerscourt and Kilruddery House. The house you see now was built in the 1830s. It took the place of an even older house that was built in the late 1600s.
From Family Home to Public Gem
For a very long time, the Doyne family lived in Wells House. They owned it until 1964. After them, a German businessman named Gerhard Rosler bought the house in 1965. He lived there with his family. Mr. Rosler even added a bowling alley to the house!
In July 2012, Wells House opened its doors to everyone. Gerhard Rosler's son, Uli, and his wife, Sabine, inherited the property and decided to share it. Since then, it has become the most visited attraction in County Wexford. In 2015, a radio station called Today FM even named it "Ireland's Best Family Day Out."
What You Can Do at Wells House Today
Wells House has many fun things for visitors. You can explore its large and beautiful gardens. There's also an animal farm where you can meet different animals. If you get hungry, there's a cafe, and kids can play in the children's playground. For those who like adventure, you can even try Archery and falconry, which is working with trained birds of prey.
The house is located near the small village of Ballyedmond. It's also part of the "Ireland's Ancient East" touring area, which suggests interesting places to visit in eastern Ireland.
Awards and Recognition
Wells House and Gardens has received awards for being a great place to visit:
- In 2015, it won the AIB North Wexford Tourism Award.
- Also in 2015, Today FM called it "Ireland's Best Family Day Out."
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