Towards the end of last year, my blog was in danger of disappearing altogether. Thankfully, it was saved by the incredible support of six brilliant Sligo businesses who came on board to sponsor the blog. Their support means I no longer have to worry about covering the cost of my websiteโs domain and storage, and... Continue Reading →
The Sligo Bealtaine Festival, 2026
May is the month of the Bealtaine Festival, this is a nationwide event, celebrating creativity in older people. Sligo has so many events taking place across the county, it's a great way to try something new, or make new connections. Sligo County Councilโs Arts Service Department plays a central role in shaping and delivering Bealtaine... Continue Reading →
Sligo Comes Alive After 5
I love wandering Sligo town at night. The lights shimmer on the river, bats fly overhead, and thereโs always music drifting from somewhere. You can catch a show, enjoy dinner, make new friends in one of the pubs, or simply soak up the atmosphere. On May 7th, things step up a notch with โGood Evening... Continue Reading →
Sligo’s Newest Cafรฉ – Jessie’s
I admit that I am very late to the party with this one! Jessie's opened at the ATU, St. Angelaโs Campus at the end of November, but I didn't have the chance to visit until today. Jessie herself will be familiar to plenty of people. If you visited Strandhill Peopleโs Market, youโll know her from... Continue Reading →
Things to do in Ballisodare
Just outside Sligo town is Ballisodare, so many people drive through it on their way to work, but it's a wonderful place to stop and spend a while, and recently I've found myself there quite often, so here are some suggestions of things to do. The Union Wood walk in Ballisodare is a gentle, family-friendly... Continue Reading →
Earth Day in Sligo: A Landscape That Speaks for Itself
There are places that feel untouched, and then thereโs Sligo. Tucked along Irelandโs Wild Atlantic coast, this northwest county holds some of the countryโs most striking natural beauty windswept beaches, glassy lakes, and majestic mountains. Itโs often overlooked, but that only adds to its magic. This Earth Day, these photos remind us why places like... Continue Reading →