The Sligo Festival runs from July 24th until August 6th, 2016. It's a jam-packed festival full of all kinds of everything with events to suit all ages. A lot of the events are free including the outdoor concerts which feature Kieran Quinn, Jerry Fish and The Stunning. Sligo Food Trail is also taking part so... Continue Reading →
High Tea at the Bottom of the Sea
Today was such a special day for us and one that really touched our hearts. High tea at the bottom of the sea was held as a fundraiser for Jono's Journey. There is a group called the 50's of '66. It's a great concept to celebrate a group of people born in 1966 who turn... Continue Reading →
A couple of hours in Castlebar
This is a blog post I should have written a couple of months ago but better late than never! Lucy had to do her exams in Castlebar so I took her over one day and decided to go exploring while she was slaving over an exam paper. First of all I had a wander around... Continue Reading →
Eating out in County Sligo
With 'Summer' here, you wouldn't know it from the weather, and following on from my food in Sligo town post, I thought I'd do a round-up of some of my favourite places to eat in Co. Sligo. Harrison's Bar and Restaurant, Cliffoney. Well worth a visit - gorgeous food and brilliant customer service. Pictured above... Continue Reading →
Harry’s Bar and Gastro Pub
We are just home from a fabulous night at Harry's Gastro Pub. Harry's is located in beautiful Rosses Point, Co. Sligo on the Wild Atlantic Way. I'm ashamed to say I've never been to Harry's before but after tonight we'll definitely be back. I used to think it was just a pub that served food but... Continue Reading →
Lunch in Sligo Town
As the So Sligo Food and Cultural Festival and the Sligo Food Trail is taking place this weekend I thought I'd post about some of my favourite places for lunch. These are just a few of my suggestions and all are in Sligo town. A county one will follow in the next week of so.... Continue Reading →