Pub owners, Breda and Tony Wright recently announced that The Thomas Moore Tavern in Wexford town has served its last pint citing that it has "become impossible to trade through the current climate".

On the pub's Facebook page they wrote "It is with deep regret and a heavy heart that we have decided to close the doors of the Thomas Moore Tavern, it has been a difficult and emotional decision for our family, we will not be reopen after June 16, 2024,’ they wrote.

"Unfortunately, like many more in the hospitality sector, it has become impossible to trade through the current climate.

 "We would like to thank all customers who came through our doors since opening in 2011, your custom has been very much appreciated.

"Particularly to our regulars we have had many good times which we will forever cherish, thank you all."

They added "A special thank you to our wonderful staff, it has been a pleasure working with you all, we are confident that you will all add great value to your next employment.

"Thank you for the great efforts, hard work and particularly your friendship over the years, we wish you and your families the very best for the future.

"To the people of Wexford thank you for your support and we would encourage you to support your local business as much as possible."

Located on Cornmarket, in the heart of Wexford Town, the Thomas Moore Tavern was one of Wexford's oldest bars. The bar was named after the renowned Irish poet whose parents once lived here. There was a hostelry on the site as far back as the 12th century, and parts of the current building date back to the 1700s.

The news of the latest closure comes just weeks before Ireland's largest traditional music festival, the Fleadh Cheoil 2024 takes place in Wexford town.