westgate heritage centre

Westgate is the only surviving medieval town gate from the original seven which gave access to the town. Built in the early 14th century as a toll gate, the recesses where the toll collectors worked are evident is the lockup which was used to punish "runagates" - those who tried to avoid the toll.

The tower houses Westgate Heritage Centre which presents an audio visual show on the history and development of Wexford, called "In Selskar's Shadow". This is supported by some exhibits and old town maps. Outside the gate is the wall built by Aymer de Valence, displaying the round crusader flanking turrets of the 13th century.