Tucked in the heart of Ballysadare, Sligo, Sherlock Butchers has long been a favourite among locals who value top-quality meat and personal service. Today, under the expert guidance of owner Brian OโReilly, the shop continues to honour traditional butchery while introducing fresh, modern touches that make it stand out in a busy world of supermarkets... Continue Reading →
The Mill Apartments Revisited – Again
It's over a year ago since I wrote this post about The Mill Apartments, Ballisodare, Sligo. Since then there was mention of the apartments on local media outlets, and there was metal sheeting put up to stop people getting in. This was my original post in 2011 - the apartments were derelict then, and had... Continue Reading →
The Ballisodare Union Wood Walk and the Gnomes of Union Wood
If you are looking for a beautiful walk, that wonโt exhaust you, but will fill you with joy, check out the Ballisodare Union Wood Walk. Itโs flat, itโs short, and itโs lovely for all ages. Itโs home to the Gnomes of Union Wood, filled with birds and beautiful birdsong, a little library, and even a... Continue Reading →
My Mental Health Talk in Ballisodare Women’s Shed
I was delighted to be invited along to chat to Ballisodare Women's Shed about my mental health experience, and some of the things that helped me. I had a short chat with Terry about the Women's Shed, and you can listen to the podcast to find out how you can join, and also about the... Continue Reading →
The New Menu at Tempo – A Taste Sensation
I was delighted to be invited along to Tempo in Ballisodare to taste test their new menu. I'm a big fan of Tempo and to try every item on their menu was my idea of heaven! I've often wanted to try a little bit of everything on menus, so this was right up my street!... Continue Reading →
The Mill Apartments, Ballisodare, Sligo – Revisited
Itโs hard to believe that we are in the midst of a housing crisis and yet in Ballisodare there is an apartment block that has been sitting empty for years. Iโve read several articles that state there are between 60 โ 80 apartments, itโs hard to find out the correct number, but surely that could... Continue Reading →