I first published this post during lockdown when we were allowed to go exploring. It might be of interest to this of you looking for outdoor walks and places to visit in Leitrim. There is quite a lot of Leitrim that I haven't explored yet so this isn't an extensive list but there are some... Continue Reading →
Heart of Ireland – 17 Million Reach! Some of the highlights
Due to popular demand I held another Heart of Ireland day on March 23rd, 2023. It was a day to encourage people to share their Irish businesses, art, photos, etc. and it got an amazing response, including me having a chat with Dave from Today FM! I know not everyone is on twitter, so I'm... Continue Reading →
Atlantic Sheepdogs – a Sligo Gem
If you are coming to Sligo, or if you live in Sligo, one of the experiences that you need to visit is Atlantic Sheepdogs. When I went along I wasn’t sure what to expect apart from sheep and dogs obviously. I joined a group of about twenty people of all ages and we were welcomed... Continue Reading →
The Ballymote Heritage Trail
Last year I was exploring the heritage trail with a friend. It's a really lovely walk, even if you just stick to the town part. We weren't sure where Emlaghfad Church was, and it was hard to find information online, so I went back another day to explore that, but in this post I'll tell... Continue Reading →
Heart of Ireland – Part Two
Due to popular demand I'm running a second Heart of Ireland day on twitter. This will be on Thursday 23rd March, and I invite you to share your photos and videos of Ireland and use the #heartofireland tag. You can also share your Irish business, or community group. Tell people about your favourite Irish shops... Continue Reading →
My St. Patrick’s Day in Sligo 2023
I headed off to the Sligo town St. Patrick's Day Parade this year. I love the St. Patrick's Day parades; the sights and the sounds, the colour and everyone being in good form. The weather didn't play ball, but it was mild so the rain didn't bother me too much. The traditional music playing in... Continue Reading →