The Sligo St. Patrick's Day Parade is back with a bang after a break of two years. The 50th Sligo St. Patrick's Day Parade will take on a new route. The main change will see the parade return to going up O'Connell Street and across Grattan Street and Castle St. The viewing stand will now... Continue Reading →
Charlie Bird on Croagh Patrick by artist Niall O’Loughlin. Thanks to IMNDA for permission to use. On Saturday April 2nd, Charlie Bird will climb Croagh Patrick in aid of the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association and Pieta House. Due to Charlie’s Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis, the climb will be an immense challenge but he is... Continue Reading →
If you are looking for a forest walk with a difference this is the place to visit. You can enjoy a 3km looped walk, or you can do what I did and just wander around looking at the beautiful carvings of forest animals. All trails lead to the ruin of the once magnificent Moore Hall.... Continue Reading →
https://videopress.com/v/zLp0UJld?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata Family holidays are about making memories and time spent together, and for 2022, County Leitrim is renewing its focus on the domestic market for 2022, seeking to attract even more families to explore, experience and enjoy the ‘hidden heartlands’ gem. The county has benefited from the recent demand for staycations in Ireland as Irish... Continue Reading →
We are blessed to have some of the most beautiful scenery in County Sligo, so why not make the most of it and take part in one or two organised walking challenges? Caves of Keash I recently spotted the Castle 2 Cave Camino, this will take place on Easter Saturday and is organised by Eastern... Continue Reading →
Sometimes you go to an art exhibition that speaks to your soul. One that moves you and takes you back to days spent in hospital corridors and nursing homes. Hours sitting beside a bed, listening to rattling breathing. Being handed tea and biscuits. Remembering kind words and sympathy. Looking at walking frames without owners. Hearing... Continue Reading →
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