Prior to the construction of the first Wexford Bridge in the late 18th century, the townland of Ferrybank South was a landing-point for ferryboats crossing the River Slaney from Wexford Town.

[1][2] In the early 20th century, Ferrybank was the site of a U.S.

Naval Air Station Wexford.

[3] It operated during World War I from 2 March 1918 until 15 February 1919.

[4][5] This article related to the geography of County Wexford, Ireland is a stub.