There's great news for those of you in Sligo, as Ballymote Castle is now open to the public. It's open every day from 10am - 5pm and admission is free. Well done to Ballymote Area Development Group workers, community groups and the OPW for getting the castle back open. There's a great heritage trail in... Continue Reading →
A special morning in South Sligo
I had the most magical morning in South Sligo, I spent some time with Martina, who runs Nature Inspires. I'd been following the Nature Inspires Facebook page for sometime and I love the adventures of Archie the Pig and Dipsy the Duck and I really wanted to meet them, and was thrilled to get the... Continue Reading →
Hazelwood House and Lough Gill Distillery bought by US Drinks Firm
I heard the news this week that Lough Gill Distillery has been bought by The Sazerac Company, I didn't really look into the details, but I was driving along this morning and listening to Claire Ronan's 'Up and Running show on Ocean FM and it really got me interested. Claire was talking to Helen Mulholland... Continue Reading →
Fabulous Food at the Radisson Blu
I was thrilled to be invited along to the Radisson Blu Hotel in Sligo to check out their new menu in The Brasserie Restaurant, and I have to say it was one of the best nights I've had in a long time. It's a very rare occasion for myself and himself to go out and... Continue Reading →
Sligo Children’s Community Garden
If you are a regular visitor to the blog you'll know how much I like discovering new places, especially in Sligo. Well I say new, the Sligo Children's Community Garden (SCCG) has been running since 2020, it's a place where children and families can play, learn and grow. With a focus on biodiversity, sustainability and... Continue Reading →
Soak Bath Salts is a Winner!
I'm always looking for positive Sligo stories that I can share on the blog and over the recent months I've really enjoyed following the Soak Bath Salts Instagram account. I was delighted when I saw that this local business won the Best Sleep Wellness section of the Irish Tatler Wellness & Spa Awards. Read about... Continue Reading →