FIRST VISIT TO TRAMORE COUNTY WATERFORD 13/08/2025
Tramore, which translates from the Irish 'Trá Mhór' to 'big beach', was originally a small fishing village. Its transformation began in the late 18th century when it was discovered as a "pleasant retreat" for the citizens of Waterford seeking the benefits of "salt water". The town's growth as a tourist destination was significantly boosted by the opening of a unique, isolated railway line from Waterford City in 1853. This railway was integral to the town's development until its closure in 1961.