Wexford churches feature in new cutting-edge virtual tours project

Using state-of-the-art LiDAR technology, alongside high-quality photography and drone footage, these immersive digital experiences bring St. Alphonsus’ Church in Barntown, St. Lawrence’s Church in Glynn, and Saint Abban’s Church in Adamstown to life like never before.

Virtual Towns, founded by Gerard Curley, specialises in creating stunning virtual tours that allow users to navigate and experience locations in exquisite detail. The newly completed tours of these Wexford churches showcase their architectural beauty and rich heritage in a way that is both interactive and accessible. The use of LiDAR scanning ensures pinpoint accuracy in the 3D mapping of each church’s interior, while complementary drone footage captures breathtaking aerial perspectives of these historic sites.

Virtual tours offer numerous benefits for churches and heritage sites. They provide an opportunity for those unable to visit in person – whether due to distance, mobility issues, or other constraints – to explore these sacred spaces in incredible detail. They also serve as valuable digital records, preserving the intricate designs and craftsmanship of these buildings for future generations. Additionally, virtual tours can help attract visitors, showcase restoration efforts, and serve as an educational resource for schools, historians, and researchers.

Gerard Curley has an ambitious vision: to create a virtual tour of every church in Ireland. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, he aims to make Ireland’s religious and cultural heritage more accessible than ever before.

The virtual tours of St. Alphonsus’ Church, St. Lawrence’s Church, and Saint Abban’s Church are now available to view online.

To explore these remarkable churches and experience the future of digital heritage, visit www.virtualtowns.co.uk/projects.