I've often wondered what happened to the SSPCA (Sligo Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). The premises that they used to operate from has been left empty for around 4 years. It's such a shame when you think of the amount of animals abandoned and abused that really need help, yet this place... Continue Reading →
Falling for the sea
After my recent visit to Teapot Lane I had a bit of time to kill so I headed to Mullaghmore. It really is a beautiful drive around by Classiebawn Castle. I got out of the car and decided to walk down to the rocks to see if I could get a better photo of the... Continue Reading →
Sligo Festivals
Well it seemed to be the week of festivals in Sligo. Not just one but two....that I know of. There was the Sligo Summer Festival and the Lunasa Festival. To be honest I lost track of what was happening as part of each festival on Saturday so I just combined all my photos together. It... Continue Reading →
Lough Gill Hospice Swim 2012
Yesterday was the Lough Gill Hospice Swim. 57 brave souls took to the water at Parkes Castle, Leitrim and swam 10km to reach Doorly Park, Sligo. All in aid of North West Hospice. The event is the brain child of Paul McGarry (on the left of this photo). Paul sadly lost his nephew Neil McGarry... Continue Reading →
Michael Quirke – The Woodcarver
I called in to see Michael Quirke the woodcarver the other day in his shop in Wine Street, Sligo. He really is a lovely man, he always has time for a chat and has many a tale to tell. Michael used to be a butcher but woodcarving was his love. For years he combined the... Continue Reading →
Sligo Animal Rescue Fun Dog Show
The Sligo Animal Rescue Fun Day was held yesterday at the North Sligo Agricultural Show in Grange. It was a wonderful day, the rain held off apart from a small shower. There was a great turn out with some lovely dogs taking part. I'm so glad I didn't have to judge them because I wouldn't... Continue Reading →
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