Camolin, County Wexford
Camolin (Irish: Cam Eolaing, meaning "church of St Molin") is a village in County Wexford in Ireland, situated in the valley of the River Bann on the R772 regional road 6 km (3.7 mi) northeast of Ferns. As of the 2016 census, the village had a population of 415 people.[1]
Camolin Cam Eolaing | |
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Village | |
 The R772 as Camolin Main Street | |
  Camolin Location in Ireland | |
| Coordinates: 52°36′54″N 6°25′30″W | |
| Country | Ireland |
| Province | Leinster |
| County | County Wexford |
| Elevation | 41 m (135 ft) |
| Population (2016)[1] | 415 |
| Time zone | UTC+0 (WET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-1 (IST (WEST)) |
| Irish Grid Reference | T065527 |
Transport
Camolin railway station opened on 1 November 1867, but finally closed on 30 March 1964.[2]
Sport
The community field, situated on the Main Street, is used by two sporting clubs; Camolin Celtic AFC and St. Patrick's GAA Club.
Camolin Celtic cater for both men's and ladies' teams. They field mens and boys teams from Under-8 level to senior, and ladies teams at Under-10, Under-14 and senior levels.
St. Patrick's GAA club field both hurling and Gaelic football teams from Under-8 to Senior level.
Gardens
Places which gardeners can visit in the area include Ballymore Gardens, Camolin Potting Shed Nursery, Cois na hAbhann Garden Centre and the Bay Garden.
References
- "Sapmap Area - Settlements - Camolin". Census 2016. Central Statistics Office. April 2016. Retrieved 21 March 2020.
- "Camolin station" (PDF). Railscot - Irish Railways. Retrieved 14 September 2007.
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