I’m delighted to bring you the 2025 edition of my popular Sligo Gift Guide. This year is a bumper gift guide, and there really is something for everyone!
If you are struggling for inspiration of what to buy your loved ones, or if you want to treat yourself to something special, you will find some wonderful ideas here. Best of all you know you are supporting a local business.
Kate’s Kitchen, Sligo’s beloved food destination for the best of everything, is excited to launch the 2025 Christmas Gift Hamper collection: a showcase of artisan Irish treats, fine wines, and festive surprises guaranteed to make this season truly special for friends, family, and colleagues. Whether you’re gifting for corporate occasions or loved ones at home, Kate’s hampers can be tailored to suit any need or budget. For bespoke orders, simply contact their friendly team.
Discover the full Christmas Hamper range featuring festive favourites, celebrated Irish brands, and gourmet delights – at Kate’s Kitchen, 3 Castle Street, Sligo, or online at kateskitchen.ie
“Inis Aran” is an internationally renowned luxury knitwear brand created by The Woollen Market with a fast growing reputation with each order sent worldwide. See the acclaimed Inis Aran collection for yourself at The Woollen Market in Sligo and discover first hand the elegance and luxury of this distinguished knitwear brand. Designed and produced as limited editions each piece in the Inis Aran Ladies & Mens Collection reflects a commitment to exceptional quality and modern design principles by blending artisanal craftsmanship, contemporary sophistication and luxurious wools into each creation. See it online at www.inisaran.com or in person at The Woollen Market, Castle Street in Sligo City. https://www.thewoollenmarket.com
We here at The Glasshouse are opening our December diary for dining and party reservations;
What can we do to help you …..
- Open Christmas Party Nights – limited space available / filling up fast
- The Glasshouse Afternoon Tea Experience – Saturdays Only & Pre Booking Essential
- Festive Lunch Menu – served from 12pm Monday to Friday, available from 1st December 2025
- Festive Evening Menu – served daily from 6pm, available from 01st December2025
- The View Bar for casual drinks and View Bar sharing platters or Charcuterie board ( must be pre booked )
- Gift vouchers for Corporate Gifts, the perfect thank you
Visit The Glasshouse for more details: https://www.theglasshouse.ie/christmas
Looking for the perfect Christmas present that’s guaranteed to bring joy?
Give the gift of laughter with tickets to the ‘So Funny’ Sligo Comedy Festival, taking place February 9th–14th, 2026! It’s the ultimate night out — packed with top-class comedians, live performances, and that unmistakable Sligo atmosphere.
With gigs in Sligo town, Strandhill, Ballymote, Maugherow, Grange and more to come, there’s a gig for everyone.
Whether it’s for friends, family, workmates, or someone who simply deserves a good laugh, festival tickets make a thoughtful, memorable, and totally unique gift. Wrap up something they’ll actually look forward to after Christmas.
Tickets available at https://sofunnysligo.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows
The Gift of Irish Art this Christmas. Celebrate the magic of Christmas with the heartfelt creations of Irish artist Margaret Rattigan. Inspired by the beauty of the Northwest of Ireland, her original paintings, limited edition prints, cards and handcrafted art jewellery make truly meaningful gifts. Each piece captures nature, nostalgia, and a touch of festive sparkle, art that brings warmth and connection to every home. Follow Margaret on Instagram or visit https://www.margaretrattiganart.com/ for Christmas pop-up locations, stockists, and online gifts.
Give the Gift of Relaxation from OxyZone Sligo. OxyZone Sligo is the first mild Pressure Oxygen Chamber Therapy in Sligo. Oxygen therapy helps to increase the amount of oxygen in the bloodstream, enabling it to reach areas of the body that have been deprived of oxygen due to injury or illness. It reduces inflammation, speeds the healing process, and improves overall health and wellness. It’s also the perfect treatment if you are feeling stressed and need to relax and it can also help you recover faster after physical activity. Vouchers are available so you can treat your loved ones to something special, or you can book a treatment for yourself. Read the dedicated blog post here. Or visit the website here: https://oxyzonesligo.ie/
Discover the magic of Craic and Crackle Sauna Hats, lovingly handcrafted by Georgette on Ireland’s wild west coast. Each hat blends timeless Irish creativity with natural materials, designed to protect your head and hair while enhancing your sauna experience. As sauna culture continues to grow worldwide, these unique pieces add comfort, style, and authenticity to your wellness ritual.
Wearing a sauna hat helps regulate body temperature, prevents dizziness, and extends your stay in soothing heat. With every Craic and Crackle creation, you’re not just buying a hat — you’re embracing tradition, craftsmanship, and the art of slow, mindful living that is made to last. Sauna Hats available The Leitrim Design House, Made in Sligo, Ce Sauna Lough Key and Total Health Pharmacy Boyle or direct www.craicandcrackle.com
Mc G Cakes has returned to Grattan Street for another festive season, reopening its much-loved Christmas Emporium. The shop is filled with carefully chosen decorations, a cosy food market of seasonal favourites, and the bakery’s signature cakes and bakes. Children can post their letters to Santa in the in-store post box, a tradition many families look forward to each year.
The business also continues to offer its long-established corporate gifting range for companies seeking thoughtful, local presents. Visitors are invited to call in, browse at their leisure, and enjoy a touch of Christmas magic in the heart of town.
You can find opening hours and location here: https://share.google/0A5mV2BhrBQjndJDN
The Cat & The Moon, a family run business located on Castle Street, Sligo. Showcasing unique Irish artisan crafts, with designers from the heart of Sligo & all over Ireland. With an ever-expanding range of gift options to suit all budgets from their own designer and owner Martina Hamilton jewellery collections to quirky handcrafted decorations, ceramics & textiles, wall art & homewares, woodcrafts & glass, skincare and much more! With a new jewellery collection launching this season it’s the go to place for gifting this Christmas. The team are only too happy to help and share their craft makers stories. www.thecatandthemoon.ie
Give the gift that actually makes a difference this Christmas.
The Brendan Tierney School of Motoring Online Video Course is the ideal present for anyone preparing to start their driving journey in the new year.
Packed with easy-to-follow lessons, real-life demonstrations, and confidence-building guidance, it helps new learners understand the road before they ever step into the car.
Parents love it too — it reduces stress, saves time, and helps make each driving lesson far more productive.
Just €30 for 1 month, Contact Brendan https://brendantierneyschoolofmotoring.com/ for €50 for 3 months, or €100 for 6 months access. A gift that truly drives progress.
Vivid Studio Gallery is a Sligo Art Collective based in the heart of the town at 84 John Street. Here we produce high quality and unique original artworks and framed/ unframed fine art prints with a price range to suit all. Our collective features the founder Graham Stewart, Ruth Cadden and Keith Murray. Each of the artists has a plethora of experience working and studying within visual arts.
At Vivid Studio you get to meet the artist at their work and discuss art pieces to tailor for your needs. Facebook @vividstudiogallery Instagram @vivid.studiogallery Opening hours : Tuesday- Sunday 11-17:30
Liber Bookshop – Shortlisted for the An Post Bookshop of the Year Awards 2024 & 2025
This Christmas, step into the magic of Liber, Sligo’s independent, award-winning bookshop at the heart of the community since 1995. Our shelves are filled with wonderful reads, from timeless classics to this year’s most-loved bestsellers, along with a beautiful range of local interest titles, children’s books, and curated vinyl records for the music lovers in your life.
Can’t find the perfect gift? Our fast ordering service will make sure it’s under the tree in no time. Christmas Gift Vouchers are available in-store, and e-Gift Cards can be purchased online at liber.ie/product/e-gift-card/ .Give the gift of stories, music, and joy this Christmas at Liber.
Poppadom, O’Connell Street, Sligo. This multi award-winning Indian and Pakistani restaurant offers a mouth-watering selection of food that will tantalise your taste buds. From fragrant biryanis to rich curries, their dishes are made using authentic recipes and the freshest ingredients. Book a table or treat yourself to a takeaway. Gift vouchers available for any occasion. Purchase in-store. Perfect for friends and family! Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Poppadom.Sligo
Local scenery inspired ceramic pictures by Sharlene Kemple in a variety of sizes and bright colours including the ‘Wishing Well’ inspired by the folklore surrounding ‘The Hawk’s well’ near Coolaney in Sligo. Find me locally at The Cat and the Moon, Gifted RDS Stand A58 3rd-7th December or online on www.sharlenekempleceramics.com
Shells Café is bringing festive cheer with a new coastal-inspired Christmas collection. From fresh Shells merch celebrating west coast living to beautifully curated festive hampers and thoughtful gifts from Irish makers such as Bánór, McNutt of Donegal, FieldDay, John Ryan Ceramics, Be Kind Industries, and many more – Shells has something truly special for everyone this festive season.
For online shoppers, the newly relaunched shellscafe.com features a handpicked selection of gifts and lifestyle pieces inspired by the sea and simplicity – from jewellery and ceramics to sustainable kids’ toys, skincare, and accessories.
Allure is located in Quayside Shopping Centre, Sligo and offers a wide range of Beautiful Homewares & Gifting for all occasions.
From their stunning collection of Christmas Decorations that are Instore right Now, to their elegant Homewares such as lighting, Mirrors, Occasional furniture, Jewellery, Watches, Designer Guess Handbags, Scarves, Candles, baby gifts, trinkets and much much more, there really is something for everyone! Nationwide Delivery is also available plus a large selection can also be found online at www.allureonlineshop.com or phone 0719153353.
The ImagiNation is Sligo’s cheerful, screen-free play space where little ones play freely with their grown-ups close by. Inside Lyons Department Store, children can shop, cook, build and play make-believe in creative role-play settings inspired by everyday life. It’s a welcoming, family-run space that sparks imagination, confidence and connection through play. This Christmas, gift vouchers make it easy to share the joy. They can be used for play sessions, birthday parties or special events. Give the gift of play and support a local small business this festive season. www.theimagination.ie
Spectacles v Socks for Christmas from Cooke Opticians.
The long running conundrum of what to get your “sure I don’t need a single thing” mum, or “just surprise me” partner for Christmas looms again. We love socks as much as the next person but let us put forward the argument of Spectacles for Christmas.
- You can wear the same pair several days in a row, unlike socks.
- A “pair” can’t get separated, unlike a pair of socks.
- After a long day at work, they still smell pleasant, unlike socks!
Gift the special someone in your life our gift voucher and they can choose the look they like for themselves. Maybe Maui Jim sunglasses, or a little designer luxury in the form on a Tom Ford timeless classic. Cooke Opticians are happy to post vouchers too! https://www.cookeopticians.ie/
The Model Gift Shop
Discover thoughtful, handmade gifts at The Model Gift Shop, and our bespoke Christmas Markets. Browse decorations from Sea Thrift Ceramics in Dromore West, playful wooden toys from Rathcormac’s Pop Out Projects, and beautiful stockings, candles and advent calendars from We Make Good, a social enterprise supporting people rebuilding their lives. You’ll also find original artworks exclusively selected by our curators.
Join us for our Christmas Markets every Sunday in December (12–4pm), featuring a host of select local makers.
Don’t miss A Wonderful Christmas Night (19th Dec), our festive night of nibbles, wine, prizes and a heart-warming screening of It’s a Wonderful Life. Find out more on the website: https://www.themodel.ie/
Riverside Gift Voucher. The gift of a Riverside Voucher is a surprise and treat for your special person. It will be emailed to the recipient and you can also schedule in advance so they get there on time. We are delighted to be able to offer gift vouchers which you can be redeemed in our Hotel for Accommodation or with our Food & Beverage offerings at The Mill Bar & Restaurant, Forde Room and Ripples Café. Purchase a voucher here: https://riverside-hotel.mytoggle.io/shop/riverside-gift-voucher
Hi, I’m Chloe Adams.
I live in the Sligo area with my husband and two young daughters. I’m a postpartum doula and guide mandala meditation workshops.
After my own birth and postpartum journey, I became passionate about supporting mothers and families. I offer a nurturing, non-judgmental space where you can feel seen, heard, and accepted. I believe in rebuilding our village because motherhood is a beautiful, emotional journey we’re not meant to walk alone.
Gift vouchers are now available for postpartum support or mandala meditation sessions.
0892043623, Email: mamacaresdoula@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mama.cares.doula/
THE AQUAPLANE
- Unique 3 in 1 swimming aid that covers all of the main stages of a child’s swimming development
- Step 1: Wear It develop confidence & provide support. Step 2: Hold It use as a training aid to help stroke development. Step 3: Develop With It Use as a performance tool to improve strength & stamina
- Kids fly through swimming with the brilliant Aquaplane combined back float & kick board. Helps to achieve the correct swimming position and develops water confidence
- Designed and endorsed by swimming professionals
- Most suitable for children 15-30 kgs and ages 3 upwards. Straps adjust to fit and do not restrict water movement
Available for collection only from The Splash Pool Ballaghaderrreen, Roscommon F45 WF60 or Splash Swim School, Clubvitae, The Clayton Hotel, Sligo. F91 N8EF. Also available at Sligo Christmas Market at Quayside Shopping Centre on November 28th and December 19th.
Cost E35. WhatsApp 0874164686 for details. ALSO AVAILABLE -Vouchers for Splash Swim School and The Splash Pool Ballaghaderreen! https://www.splashswim.ie/sligo-splash-swim-school/
Give the Gift of Warmth This Christmas!
Surprise someone special — or your Kris Kindle — with a blissful wood-fired sauna experience at Sauna Sásta, beautifully set at Dunmoran Strand, Sligo. Unwind, reconnect, and let the sea air and let our panoramic views take your breath away.
Choose from online or physical vouchers, starting at just €15 — perfect for any budget or last-minute gift. For something truly memorable, the Private Sauna Voucher (€90) offers exclusive use and total relaxation.
This Christmas, share the joy of warmth and wellness — Sauna Sásta, where calm meets the coast.
Buy online via this link https://saunasasta.ie or at the sauna today!
There’s a whole lot happening this Christmas at the award winning Ocean Sands Hotel on the Wild Atlantic Way in Enniscrone. Christmas spa nights and festive markets, fabulous short stay offers, gorgeous gift options and sizzling Christmas calendar highlights give you so many options.
Ocean Sands gift vouchers are a wonderful option as a Christmas present. They can be used for anything in the hotel from overnight stays to dining or spa treatments. It’s a fabulous flexible gift allowing the recipient to choose what they want, when they want it. A thoughtful present that goes beyond the festive season, it’s the gift of time, relaxation, and enjoyment. Gift vouchers are available for all amounts to suit every pocket.
Give the gift of great coffee this festive season and support a local business. From our Christmas coffee to bundles and subscriptions, we’ve got everything you need to make the holidays extra caffeinated!
Explore our curated merch and brewing gear — from t-shirts and grinders to brew kits and gift sets — perfect for coffee lovers who enjoy the ritual as much as the flavour.
Carrow Coffee Roasters is a boutique roastery based on our family farm in Sligo, where we roast distinctive, memorable coffees sourced from the best small-scale farmers. We’re committed to sustainability and to paying farmers a fair price.
Get ready to brew — and journey with us!
carrow.ie/shop
Looking for a meaningful, beautifully crafted Irish-made gift with design in every detail? Outcrop’s award-winning wooden 3D maps are handcrafted in Sligo using FSC-certified materials and non-toxic finishes. Their popular round ‘Local Spot’ maps (from €99) now offer personal engraving, a pinpointed location with a brass pin, and a new natural wood frame. Medium sized (€360) and fully bespoke large maps (from €1,350) are also available. With over 100 Irish locations mapped and customisation exclusive to their website, Outcrop makes it easy to give a truly personal gift that celebrates connection, place, and sustainability. https://www.outcrop.ie/collections/sligo
The Ériu Claddagh Ring, part of Martina Hamilton’s Ériu collection, offers a contemporary reinterpretation of a timeless Irish symbol. Inspired by the mythological goddess Ériu, the ring combines the classic heart, crown, and hands of the Claddagh with clean lines, modern styling, and the organic coastal textures of the Ériu aesthetic. “Through each piece, I aim to create a reflection of the wearer,” says Martina. This ring celebrates love, loyalty, and friendship with a modern craftsmanship edge, making it a meaningful gift for a partner, sibling, or lifelong friend. Link: Claddagh – Martina Hamilton Starting price from: €133 Available in Sterling Silver, 9ct Solid Gold, or a mix of both.
Looking for a day with a difference? Head to Sligo On Ice 2025, your real ice skating facility located in the heart of Sligo Town, Queen Maeve Square. Open from November to January, so there’s plenty of time to take the family for a spin on the ice. Sligo On Ice will also hosting sensory experiences. Head to the website to book tickets and for more information: https://www.sligoonice.ie/
Jenny Penny Bakes makes delicious Custom Cakes, Cupcakes and Sweet Treats. Jenny will bring your vision to life. You choose the flavour and the colours, and she’ll do the rest. Pick up is in Tubbercurry. Check out her Facebook page, you can order there too. Jenny Penny cupcakes are for sale in Cawley’s Tubbercurry.
Sherlock’s Butchers in Ballysadare will help with your Christmas dinner. They have opened their Christmas Order book, and they will advise on how much food to order, and suggest payment plans, so that you can budget ahead for Christmas, and relax on the big day. Call to Brian and the team to find out more, or find them on Facebook.
Celebrate the festive season at Cawley’s, with their Afternoon Tea Commencing on the 3rd December through till the 19th. This is a festive treat you don’t want to miss out on this Christmas, so be sure to book your table to avoid disappointment. Enhance your Afternoon Tea experience with a Glass of Bubbles, or bring along the kids for our Prince and Princess festive treats! Let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of your booking so we can do our best to accommodate. Contact Teresa on 071 9185205
Discover the perfect creative gifts this Christmas at SG Art Shop in Carraroe. Whether you’re shopping for a budding young artist or a seasoned creator, we have something to inspire everyone: Beautiful colouring books, premium pencil and paint sets, easels, craft kits, and complete artist kits ready to unwrap. Our curated range features trusted brands and unique finds, making it easy to choose thoughtful, high-quality presents. Visit us in store or shop online for convenient local collection. Support a family-run business this festive season and give the gift of creativity with SG Art Shop. https://www.sgeducation.ie/
Make Christmas special this December, families in Sligo – and visitors from across Ireland – can forget queues in the rain and long drives in the dark of winter: Santa’s Movigloo is here. Created especially with families in mind, this brand-new immersive Christmas experience marks Hawk’s Well’s very first production at the newly acquired Art Deco Theatre in Ballymote, with 22 magical performances only – designed to make Christmas memories for children and the grown-ups who come with them. It’s everything in one ticket, one trip – Santa + film + music + gift + photo – all on your doorstep in Sligo. Booking: https://www.hawkswell.com/whats-on/shows/santas-movigloo
Still wondering what to get your loved ones this Christmas? Look no further than Eala Bhán, one of Sligo town’s most charming riverside restaurants. With its elegant setting, warm atmosphere and exceptional food, it’s the perfect place to treat someone special this festive season. Choose from Festive Afternoon Tea, Sunday Roast, of a Gift Voucher. Find out more: https://www.ealabhan.ie/
There you have it, the bumper 2025 Sligo Gift Guide. Thanks so much to all the businesses who took part, it’s great to be able to shine a spotlight on some amazing Sligo businesses.
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