Back to Life: Co Wexford Stories of Derelict Homes

Episode 6 - final episode

Episode 5 - Andy Doyle

Episode 4 of ‘Back to Life: Co. Wexford Stories of Derelict Homes’ follows Seamus Butler in Newbawn as he takes on the challenge of transforming a vacant rural property and bringing it back into use. From restoring a traditional farmhouse to navigating the realities of refurbishment, this episode explores the work, decisions and dedication involved in giving an old home a second life. The podcast...

Episode 3 of ‘Back to Life: Co. Wexford Stories of Derelict Homes’ follows Anne Smyth in Gorey as she takes on the challenge of rebuilding a property from scratch. After purchasing a property from the Derelict Buildings Register, this episode focuses on the planning journey behind the project - from applying for planning permission, understanding the process, and navigating the steps involved befo...

Some homes are worth the extra effort. Episode 2, brings us to Fethard-on-Sea, where Gerry and Amanda O’Sullivan share the journey behind restoring a traditional old property while trying to keep as much of the original as possible Their story is one of resilience, restoration and preserving the history of a home while also navigating delays, challenges and the support available through the Vacant...

What does it really take to bring a derelict home back to life? This episode follows Aileen O’Neill and Aaron Deegan in New Ross as they transform a vacant property that many would have walked away from. From major structural challenges to navigating the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant and Structural Top-Up support, this episode shares the real story behind the restoration - the setbacks, the...

Across County Wexford, empty houses, forgotten shopfronts, and derelict farmhouses are being transformed into homes once again. Back to Life tells the inspiring stories of the people brave enough to take on these sometimes challenging restorations, uncovering the setbacks, surprises, and emotional moments along the way. From town centres to rural communities, each episode explores how neglected pr...