Update 2025. The Model Railway is no longer at Sligo Folk Park. I've heard that it's now in Sligo Airport, but I don't have any details. We are big fans of model railways in this house, so we were delighted to hear that Sligo Folk Park in Riverstown now has a model railway. We went... Continue Reading →
Creative Heartlands Autumn and Winter Design Workshops
I've written before about the digital screen print workshop that I did with Creative Heartlands, I loved it and you can read about it here. I'm delighted to see some new workshops and classes taking place and I've already signed up for one already. It's great to learn from experts and pick up hints and... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
It's been a while since I've done a Sunday thoughts blog, this is mainly a catch up to tell you what I've been up to, but it's also a way for me to offload the things that rattle around in my head. It's been a hectic week, with a lot going on, so it's nice... Continue Reading →
The National Famine Way
I've teamed up with The National Famine Way, to tell you more about this very special walk, and hopefully to inspire you to check it out for yourself. Strokestown House In 1847 a group of people made their way from Strokestown Park in County Roscommon to Custom House Quay in Dublin, in the hope of... Continue Reading →
Loughnaneane Sculpture Trail, Roscommon
I'm a big fan of Roscommon Town (and not just for the Iceland Store - honest). It's a really lovely town, with lots of hidden gems, including the not so hidden Loughnaneane Sculpture Trail. If you are looking for a flat walk, packed full of interesting things, this is the walk for you. It's suitable... Continue Reading →
Rainy Day Activities in County Sligo
I love Sligo and my perfect time for exploring is on a cloudy day, I find the changing light makes the stunning scenery even more spectacular. We do get our fair share of rain though and although I’ve often heard it said that there’s no such thing as bad weather only unsuitable clothing, sometimes it’s... Continue Reading →