Oulart Hill Walk
This walk climbs to the Oulart Hill monument in County Wexford. You can start the walk from the car park just to the north of the monument.
From here follow footpaths south to climb to the hill top. The trail is well-marked and suitable for walkers of varying abilities. As you ascend, you'll traverse a landscape rich in native Irish flora, including seasonal wildflowers that add vibrant splashes of colour during the spring and summer months.
Upon reaching the summit, you'll encounter the Tulach a' tSolais monument, a striking structure designed to commemorate the 1798 Rebellion. This monument not only serves as a poignant reminder of Ireland's past but also offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, allowing you to appreciate the vast panoramas that explain the hill's strategic military significance.
As you explore the summit, you'll find several memorial stones along the pathway, commemorating local heroes and the battles in which they fought during 1798. The hill's historical significance is further highlighted by its role as the site of the most influential battle of 1798, offering a deep dive into Ireland's rich history.
The descent offers a different perspective, with the opportunity to explore the Jean Kennedy Smith Trail, a looped walk from Oulart Village that passes Mochua's Chapel and several other interesting 1798 sites and monuments.
To continue your historical walking in the area head to Enniscorthy where you can enjoy a climb to Vinegar Hill. The hill holds a prominent place in Irish history as the site of another significant battle during the 1798 Rebellion.
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Head north along the coast and you can enjoy more fine coastal walking on the Courtown Beach and Woods Walk. There's also the Curracloe Beach and Forest Walk and the Cahore Beach and Cliff Walk.
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1798 Battle of Oulart Hill Monument. The Battle of Oulart Hill occurred on 27 May 1798 during the Irish Rebellion against British rule. The United Irishmen, mainly local farmers armed with pikes and limited firearms, faced a British force composed of militia and yeomanry under the command of Colonel Foote. Despite being outnumbered and less well-armed, the rebels employed their knowledge of the terrain to devastating effect. The British troops, numbering around 100, were ambushed as they advanced uphill. The rebels, strategically positioned, inflicted significant casualties and effectively overwhelmed the opposing force. Over 90 members of the British garrison were killed, making the battle a decisive and morale-boosting victory for the United Irishmen.
The aftermath of the battle saw the rebels temporarily secure control of parts of County Wexford, enabling them to organise further resistance. The victory at Oulart Hill is remembered as one of the most significant engagements of the rebellion, symbolising the determination and resilience of the local population in their fight for Irish independence. Sources: DIB.ie, Wexford Walking Trail, History Ireland.
Interior of Tulach a' tSolais monument. This image shows the interior, including two large oak sculptures from trees that were saplings at end of the 18th century.