Visit Sligo invited the Val to explore the new picnic offering from The Diamond Coast Hotel as part of the Sligo Picnics initiative. The hotel offers a delightful mix of locally sourced foods for picnics, perfect for enjoying Sligo's stunning landscapes. Priced at โฌ18 for two, it's a fantastic local culinary experience.
Bluebells, Beaches and Woodland Walks at Lissadell, Sligo
If you canโt decide between a forest walk or a stroll along the beach, Lissadell is the perfect place to have both. As you drive from the village of Carney, youโll spot a little gate lodge on the left-hand side. Turn down there and youโll find a small lay-by with space for a few cars.... Continue Reading →
Raghly Loop Trail – Or Half a Loop in My Case
We have more walks than you can shake a stick at here in Sligo. Thereโs a walk to suit everyone, from forest to coastal, and urban to rural, and I went on a very special one over the weekend. I headed off to do the Raghly Looped Walk, to be honest it took me long... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
Happy Sunday! I hope youโre all keeping well. Iโm just back from a long walk - one of the joys of waking early when the sun is shining. I love getting out and about; it really sets me up for the day. Iโve done some lovely walks this week: Slish Wood, Lissadell, Raghley, and Coolaney.... Continue Reading →
A New Coffee Spot – Dream Coffee Sligo
Iโd been seeing Dream Coffee Sligo pop up on my social feeds all week, so I made a plan to meet a friend and check it out for myself. And what a spot. Tucked in at Healy Plants, down by the Holy Well on the shores of Lough Gill, itโs one of those places that... Continue Reading →
Sligo Food News – May 2026
Happy May! Welcome to another edition of Sligo Food News. I've seen quite a lot of things happening, so I'm adding it all here. The photo above is El Churro, one of the new dishes on the Tempo breakfast menu, it was really lovely, and not too sweet. You can find Tempo in Ballisodare -... Continue Reading →