I'm always looking for interesting things to visit and feature on the blog and I've discovered a fantastic walk, just a short drive from Roscommon Town. The Lilliput Way is in Kilteevan and it's part of the Cloonlarge Bog Walk, which is a looped walk around the peatlands. It's a lovely scenic walk, there wasn't... Continue Reading →
A Spa Day for the Bank Holiday
I had a lovely day today, I booked a muscle soak bath in the Ocean Sands Hotel in Enniscrone. I love the spa, the staff are very friendly and welcoming, and I always feel at ease there. I was early (as usual), and the hotel coffee shop wasn't open, but Emily on reception kindly gave... Continue Reading →
Going Underground in Fermanagh
I have the most amazing place to tell you about, and it's not far from Sligo at all, but it's like visiting another world! Imagine visiting a place that's over 340 million years old! You can do just that when you visit the Marble Arch Caves. The caves are located between Blacklion and Enniskillen and... Continue Reading →
Sligo St. Patrick’s Festival Will Embrace The Wild Atlantic Way
The theme for this year's Sligo St Patricks Day Parade has been announced! The theme will be “The Wild Atlantic Way” and will celebrate 10 years of the Wild Atlantic Way and the Sligo connection. Parade Chairperson, Finbarr Filan stated: “We are really excited to see how our entrants embrace this year's theme. Sligo has... Continue Reading →
Christmas Day Events in Sligo 2023
I know that Christmas Day is not the same for everyone, and some of you might be looking for company. I've found some things of interest in County Sligo: Christmas Day Swim in Streedagh at 10am, in aid of The Neurology Support Centre and RNLI Beanieman Brews is open on Christmas Day from 10am-2pm at... Continue Reading →
The Dream Garden – Ballina
If you are looking for a magical experience for all ages, you must visit The Dream Garden in Ballina, Co. Mayo. The beautiful walled garden of the Jackie Clarke Collection comes alive after dark with a lightscape of native Irish animals, birds and plants. As you leave bustling Pearse Street in Ballina town, you will... Continue Reading →