Today the dog woke up bright and early and as it was a bank holiday here in Ireland we headed off for a long walk. We walked up to Cappagh School House which is located in Coolaney, Co. Sligo. The school was built in 1868 and cost £300. I couldn't find an awful lot of... Continue Reading →
Sligo Abbey
On Wednesday there was free entry to Sligo Abbey and although I've been there before I couldn't resist another look. This Dominican Abbey survives from medieval days. It was built by Maurice Fitzgerald for the Dominicans in 1252 and was accidentally burnt down in 1414, when a candle left carelessly in the building set it... Continue Reading →
The Famine Graveyard, Sligo
A few weeks ago I went to the famine graveyard in Sligo. I couldn't get in as the gate was locked. I phoned Sligo County Council to see if they knew anything about why the gate was locked and was put through to the parks department. They had no idea why it was locked and... Continue Reading →
Temple House, Sligo
On Wednesday there was an open day at the beautiful Temple House, Ballinacarrow, Co. Sligo. It was open as part of Heritage week and we got a guided tour by the owner Roderick Perceval. The house and grounds are just stunning. Temple House is a classical Georgian mansion set in a private estate of over... Continue Reading →
Museum of Abandoned and Bereaved Objects
Sarah Stevens from Derelict Nation has a solo show running at The Model until July 29th. It's called Museum of Abandoned and Bereaved Objects. I'm always interested in looking at Sarah's work. She accompanied me on a visit to The Mill, Ballisodare. She has a way of noticing things that other people would simply not... Continue Reading →
Cos Cos
Yesterday after I went to the Sligo Farmer's Market and the fun day at St. Cecelia's School I headed to Rathcormac for the Cos Cos Sean Nós Festival. It's a great festival held over the weekend. Lots to see and do and nice to see such friendly people organising the event. It brought together some... Continue Reading →
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