Enniscorthy

Enniscorthy (Irish: Inis Córthaidh) is the second-largest town in County Wexford, Ireland. At the 2011 census, the population of the town and environs is 10,838. The Placenames Database of Ireland sheds no light on the origins of the town's name. It may refer either to the "Island of Corthaidh" or the "Island of Rocks". With a history going back to 465 Enniscorthy is one of the longest continuously-occupied sites in Ireland. The cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Ferns is located in the town.

Transport

Enniscorthy has a railway station on the Dublin–Rosslare line. The line terminates at Rosslare Europort. The station opened on 16 November 1863. There is a bus stop at Templeshannon with connections to Waterford, Dublin, and other cities.

In October of 2015, work began on the Enniscorthy Bypass. The new bypass will consist of a 27KM motorway that connects the N11 with the M11. This motorway will be situated to the east of Enniscorthy; allowing motorists stay clear of the town centre. The project will also include a single carriageway that connects the N30 with the M11.

Enniscorthy (Parliament of Ireland constituency)

Enniscorthy was a constituency represented in the Irish House of Commons to 1800.

History

In the Patriot Parliament of 1689 summoned by King James II, Enniscorthy was represented with two members.

Members of Parliament, 1613–1801

1689–1801

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Enniscorthy (Ellicott City, Maryland)

Enniscorthy, is a historic home located at Ellicott City, Howard County, Maryland. It is a large Italianate-influenced frame house constructed about 1860.

It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986.

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