New Ross (Ros Mhic Treoin, "Wood of the Son of Treann") lies in the southeast corner of Ireland on the steep east bank of the River Barrow.
New Ross is one of the oldest towns in Wexford county, and its narrow winding streets - sometimes stepped lanes suitable only for pedestrians - still preserve something of the atmosphere of the Middle Ages
New Ross is an important inland port, and the broad river is busy with small boats. It is the market center for the fertile surrounding area and popular with tourists. Boat trips can be taken on the rivers Barrow and Nore.