07/29/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 07/30/2024 02:00
Fleadh Cheoil Na hÉireann will commence on Sunday the 4th of August 2024 and will run over a total of 8 days until Monday the 12th of August 2024. The purpose of the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) is to ensure the safe and efficient movement of vehicle and pedestrians during the event. As an integral part of the overall operational order and policing plan, it outlines crucial strategies for mitigating traffic congestion, providing clear travel routes and ensuring emergency access. This plan is essential for maintaining order and safety, contributing to the smooth execution of the event.
An Garda Síochána Traffic Management Plan (TMP) has been prepared in consultation with Wexford County Council (including Fire Services), HSE (Ambulance Services and Wexford General Hospital), Fleadh Executive Committee and other Statutory Agencies. The purpose of this plane is to address the following:
General Traffic Management:
With the closure of many town centre streets and a significant increase in traffic in the greater Wexford town area, it is critical that the main thoroughfares through the town are kept clear at all times and that optimum use is made of these streets. It is necessary that the following traffic types will be facilitated during the Fleadh:
Maps accompanying this TMP include:
**These maps are attached to the bottom of this page for ease of reference**
Note: The proposed road closures contained within this Traffic Management Plan were the subject of a separate order under Section 75 of the Roads Act 1993 (Temporary Closing of Roads).
Yellow Route - Traffic travelling from Dublin/Northern Route (*N80)
(*Traffic travelling on the N80 will join the Yellow Route at Oilgate Village.)
Parking:
Patrons on the Yellow Route will follow the Yellow Route Signage directing them to the designated Yellow Park and Ride areas.
Blue Route - Local traffic travelling from Gorey
Parking:
Patrons on the Blue Route will follow the Blue Route Signage directing them to the Blue Route Park and Rideareas.
Please Note: Wexford Bridge is closed to vehicular traffic from 10am to 4am daily.
Brown Route - Traffic travelling from Passage East/Duncannon
(*Please Note: Park & Ride directions change for Sunday 4th and Monday 5th August 2024 as detailed below)
Parking:
Patrons on the Brown Route will follow the Brown Route Signage directing them to the designated Brown Park and Ride areas.
*Please Note: Brown Route Park and Ride Facilities for Sunday 4th and Monday 5th August 2024 Only
Traffic travelling on the Brown Route will enter the Duncannon Road Roundabout and will take the third exit, signposted Rosslare.
Traffic will continue to the Rosslare Road Roundabout and take the first exit, signposted Wexford R730. This will take patrons to the Orange Route Park and Ride areas.
Parking:
Patrons on the Brown/Orange Route will follow the Orange Route Signage directing them to the designated Orange Park and Ride areas.
Orange Route - Traffic travelling from Rosslare
Parking:
Patrons on the Orange Route will follow the Orange Route Signage directing them to the designated Orange Park and Ride areas.
Purple Route - Traffic travelling from Limerick/Waterford/Cork
(*Please Note: additional parking on designated dates as outlined below).
Parking:
Patrons on the Purple Route will follow the Purple Route Signage directing them to the designated Purple Park and Ride Areas.
Please Note: *Additional Park and Ride Facilities will be available at Wexford Racecourse and patrons on the Purple Route will be directed to this area on Sunday 4th, Monday 5th, Tuesday 6th and on additional occasions when capacity allows as follows:
Patrons will be directed to the New Ross Road Roundabout and will follow the Purple Route Signage directing them to the designated Purple Park and Ride Area.
Park and Ride Facilities
A regular shuttle bus service will operate from each park and ride car park transporting patrons directly to and from Redmond Square, Wexford Town from Sunday 4th of August to Sunday 11th of August. Patrons are encouraged to utilise the park and ride facilities as there will be no parking available in Wexford Town.
Electric Car Charging
There will not be electric car charging facilities in the park and ride car parks for the event.
Street Closures & Access
Road Closures within Wexford Town will be in place from Sunday 4th of August 2024 to Sunday 11th August 2024. Parking is limited to permit parking only.
Campsite
An official campsite has been established at Wexford Rugby Club & Park Charman GAA Grounds.
The campsite is situated on the R730.
The campsite is serviced by a regular shuttle bus service throughout the Fleadh Cheoil event and transport patrons directly to and from Redmond Square, Wexford Town. Patrons may also choose to walk from the campsite to Redmond Square, taking approximately 20 minutes.
Taxi Pick Up
There will be a designated Taxi pick up point on Spawell Road, Wexford Town.
Additional Information
Location of the Fleadh Cheoil
155km from Dublin
176km from Cork
178km from Limerick
320km from Belfast
20km from Rosslare
Be Aware
Please expect traffic delays if travelling by private vehicle or public transport.
Be Prepared
The Fleadh Cheoil is a wonderful family event and will be worth the wait. Make sure you have a full tank of fuel and electrical vehicles charged.
Here to Help
Gardaí and Stewards are available to advise and assist, follow their instructions, follow the directional signage and have a wonderful time.