I took Jono off to Bundoran today for the Back on Tracks - Model Railway exhibition. I love all things to do with railways so this was great to see. I had such fun taking these photos and trying out different settings on the Canon 100D that Canon Ireland have lent me. There were layouts... Continue Reading →
Belleek Pottery Gathering Celebration
Today there was a day of celebration in Belleek Pottery. I haven't been there for quite some time so it was great to go back again. This time I had a tour of the factory which was really interesting, it's amazing to see the process and skill involved by the workers. Dearbhla was our tour... Continue Reading →
Dublin for the day
Now that Lucy has finished her course for the summer we went to Dublin for the day. The train journey was a bit odd on the way up with people mooing...you get all sorts!! We went to Temple Bar first, it's such a cool place, almost like being in another country. You can find all... Continue Reading →
Marble Arch Caves
The Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark is host to one of Europe's finest showcaves allowing visitors to explore a fascinating, natural underworld of rivers, waterfalls, winding passages and lofty chambers. I decided to head up there today even though I've been a few times before. There is usually a boat that brings visitor into the caves... Continue Reading →
Arigna Mining Experience
After my trip to Boyle I went to the Arigna Mining Experience. It's some years since I've been here and last time I wasn't interested in photography so it was nice to go and take some photos. The centre gives visitors an insight into what coal mining life was like in the Arigna Valley, since... Continue Reading →
Sligo Rocks with the Wild Westies
Yesterday I went off exploring with Wild West Irish Tours. The first place we went to was Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery. Although I have already been here it's great to see Sligo through 'new eyes' and to be able to share the beautiful places we have with visitors. Carrowmore is the largest cemetery of megalithic tombs... Continue Reading →