Here we are again: another Sunday, another cold day. It feels more like November than June. Drinking hot chocolate in summer should probably be illegal, but that’s exactly what I was doing yesterday. It’s been very windy too; the trees have taken a battering, and the May flowers are scattered across the roads like forgotten... Continue Reading →
I had a lovely weekend out and about in Sligo, and it was so enjoyable I thought I'd tell you about it. I had no real plan on Saturday morning other than to see where the road took me. The weather wasn't great, but if I let the weather dictate what I did, I wouldn't... Continue Reading →
Visit Sligo invited the Val to explore the new picnic offering from The Diamond Coast Hotel as part of the Sligo Picnics initiative. The hotel offers a delightful mix of locally sourced foods for picnics, perfect for enjoying Sligo's stunning landscapes. Priced at €18 for two, it's a fantastic local culinary experience.
If you can’t decide between a forest walk or a stroll along the beach, Lissadell is the perfect place to have both. As you drive from the village of Carney, you’ll spot a little gate lodge on the left-hand side. Turn down there and you’ll find a small lay-by with space for a few cars.... Continue Reading →
We have more walks than you can shake a stick at here in Sligo. There’s a walk to suit everyone, from forest to coastal, and urban to rural, and I went on a very special one over the weekend. I headed off to do the Raghly Looped Walk, to be honest it took me long... Continue Reading →
Happy Sunday! I hope you’re all keeping well. I’m just back from a long walk - one of the joys of waking early when the sun is shining. I love getting out and about; it really sets me up for the day. I’ve done some lovely walks this week: Slish Wood, Lissadell, Raghley, and Coolaney.... Continue Reading →
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