Things to do in Ballisodare

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 →

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My Guide to Afternoon Tea in Sligo

What could be nicer than a relaxing afternoon tea? Delicate sandwiches, a selection of sweet treats, endless cups of tea served in china cups. I thought it was about time I wrote a blog post about Afternoon Tea in Sligo, I'm starting with the ones that I've had, but I'll also include other places that... Continue Reading →

Sunday Thoughts

Hello lovely readers, and happy Sunday. I hope you're all keeping well and enjoying the sunshine if you're in Ireland. It feels like ages since we've had rain, and while the last couple of days have been a little cooler, the blue skies have been very welcome. I've spent the weekend at Lucy's house in... Continue Reading →

Is Brad Pitt in Sligo?

If I had a euro for every person who's asked me this week, "Have you seen Brad Pitt yet?" I'd be a rich woman! The truth? No. I haven't seen him. And believe me, if I had, you'd all know about it by now! So, why Brad Pitt? His latest movie is filming in Mullaghmore... Continue Reading →

Cong Food Festival 2026

I headed off to Cong Food Festival this weekend after seeing it popping up all over social media. Free admission was an added bonus - donations were given to local charities. I got there nice and early because, as anyone who knows me will tell you, crowds and I aren't the best of friends. It... Continue Reading →

Sligo Food News – July 2026

Here we are again, with another Sligo Food News blog post. There is a different format this month, where businesses contacted me to tell me their news, thanks so much to all who did. News from The Glasshouse, Sligo Thursday Theme Menu in The Glasshouse Sligo Come and join us for a Thursday Night Special... Continue Reading →

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