Just outside Sligo town is Ballisodare, so many people drive through it on their way to work, but it's a wonderful place to stop and spend a while, and recently I've found myself there quite often, so here are some suggestions of things to do. The Union Wood walk in Ballisodare is a gentle, family-friendly... Continue Reading →
Sligo Food News – June 2026
Happy June! Too bad that someone didnโt tell the weather! Thereโs loads of Sligo Food News, as we head into the summer season. I got the chance to visit some new places, and returned to some old places, and Iโve gathered up some news that Iโve seen online too. Happy reading! Sligo Food Trail in... Continue Reading →
Sligoโs Newest Cafรฉ – Jillโs Kitchen at Lauraโs
If you live in Sligo, chances are you know Jill. She spent 34 years running the much-loved Drumcliffe Tea House before finally hanging up her apron. After five years away, Jill is back with Jillโs Kitchen at Lauraโs in Carney. The village of Carney is just off the N15 - heading to Lissadell. Step through... Continue Reading →
An Early Morning Walk from Slish Wood to Innisfree
One of my favourite things to do is head off exploring. Iโm always awake early, and getting out for a walk helps clear my head and start the day properly. Slish Wood is about a ten minute drive from Sligo town and thereโs plenty of parking. Thereโs also a picnic bench beside the river at... Continue Reading →
Discover Sligo’s New Picnic Experience at The Diamond Coast Hotel
Visit Sligo invited the Val to explore the new picnic offering from The Diamond Coast Hotel as part of the Sligo Picnics initiative. The hotel offers a delightful mix of locally sourced foods for picnics, perfect for enjoying Sligo's stunning landscapes. Priced at โฌ18 for two, it's a fantastic local culinary experience.
Sunday Thoughts
Itโs been a couple of weeks since Iโve written a Sunday Thoughts post. Not many people read these, but thatโs not really why I write them. They help me clear my head and reflect on the week. Sometimes something I write resonates with people, and thatโs always nice too. This week has felt like a... Continue Reading →
Bluebells, Beaches and Woodland Walks at Lissadell, Sligo
If you canโt decide between a forest walk or a stroll along the beach, Lissadell is the perfect place to have both. As you drive from the village of Carney, youโll spot a little gate lodge on the left-hand side. Turn down there and youโll find a small lay-by with space for a few cars.... Continue Reading →