Major international award nomination for johnstown castle

Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum and Gardens, has been nominated for a prestigious international tourism accolade.

Its the only Irish visitor attraction to secure a nomination for the British Guild of Travel Writers Award. The award follows a 7.5 million euro investment in the castle and grounds last year enabling it to become the jewel in Wexford's tourist attractions. Following a detailed adjudication process, the winner will be announced at the awards ceremony, which will be held in London next year.