We had a frosty start to the day here in Sligo. The car was covered in ice this morning, it was beautiful when it cleared though and the sun came out so I went to Lissadell. I was hoping to go to Lissadell House because it’s open until October 21st. I got there just after 9am (it was meant to be open from 9.00-1.30pm) but there was a sign saying the next house tour wasn’t until 11.30am which was a bit annoying. It really was awful to see all the fences and keep out signs all over the place. The court case to establish right of way is still ongoing and I really hope it’s sorted out soon.
I decided not to hang around until 11.30 and to remember Lissadell as it was before when it was open properly.
I had a lovely walk along Lissadell Beach, I could hear seals but didn’t see them. We are so blessed to live in such a beautiful country.
The photo above is the old changing house (so I’m told on Facebook and twitter), apparently there were steps from it that went into the sea. The mountain in the background is Benbulben.
What a great view to have!
So these are my photos from this morning in sunny Sligo. The rest of them are here.
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One of the things we love about you, your blog and photos, is you do not shy away from the unpleasant side of things. Well done Val.
Thanks Michael. It’s there and can’t be ignored, sadly, so it gets blogged about.
Such beauty on our doorstep. Your shots are inspiring. Guess whats on my wish list this Christmas? Yes, a new camera.
I love those crisp cool sunny autumn days!
It’s a shame about Lissadell. The state of the road the last time I was there was a disgrace too.
I hope it gets sorted out soon.
Im so glad that I live in a county of beauty! Shame about Lissadell as it seems like its a waste of history which it isn’t!
It is a waste, I hope it gets resolved soon.