I'm always asked for suggestions of things to see and do in Sligo, so I thought I'd write a blog post of some of my suggestions. I've written a Sligo Guide of Things to do with Kids here. This is just a guide and bear in mind that it was written as a summer post,... Continue Reading →
I've wanted to visit Devenish Island for years. I'm a regular visitor to Enniskillen, and not just for the shopping, although that's pretty good too. There's so much to see and do that it's well worth planning a day trip. I booked the Pilgrim's Pass through the Erne Water Taxi website. It includes a return... Continue Reading →
Happy Sunday, and happy August. Although, looking outside, you wouldn't think it was August. Grey skies and light showers have taken over. It's been a busy week, but thankfully it's a bank holiday weekend and I plan to do very little. I have a few blog posts to catch up on after several adventures over... Continue Reading →
Swinford in County Mayo isn't too far from home, and revisiting the Swinford Indoor Market has been on my list for a while. It's been years since I was there, and I'd also spotted a new café in town called Chocomelt. They may as well have called it Magnumlady's Café. There was only one thing... Continue Reading →
If you are looking for affordable days out with the kids this August, here's one that's worth knowing about. The Office of Public Works (OPW) has announced that all visitors under the age of 18 will receive free admission to participating OPW heritage sites throughout August. Previously, the scheme only applied to younger children, so... Continue Reading →
Sometimes I wonder why I bother. Yesterdy I shared a post on my Facebook page about the Honesty Farm Shop at Knocknarea Farm in Strandhill. It wasn't an advert. I wasn't paid to write about it. I thought it was worth sharing because, despite being well known locally, not everyone knows it's there. I also... Continue Reading →
Well, my Sunday Thoughts blog post really resonated with people. Thank you to everyone who got in touch. I now have plans for at least two afternoon teas, and I've already had a coffee and catch-up with a friend. One of the downsides of social media and working online is that it can be very... Continue Reading →
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