Yesterday afternoon we were all sitting around the house. I was contemplating tackling the washing mountain, when Andy suggested we go to the beach. Tough call - the washing mountain or the seaside? The seaside won! We headed to Strandhill which is about a 15 minute drive from home. We are so lucky because we... Continue Reading →
Heritage Day in Ballina
Today was Heritage Day in Ballina, Co. Mayo. This is part of the Ballina Salmon Festival which runs for the rest of the week. The town was absolutely packed and the photo above was taken at 11am! Things don't usually start that early in Ireland. There was so much to see and do and a... 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 →
Sheep Water Rafting at Temple House
Well today was very exciting. The lovely people at Temple House contacted me today and asked if I'd like a boat trip with a difference! I've seen on various occasions that they move their sheep across to an island for the summer and I've always wanted to go along for the trip. Today I got... Continue Reading →
Bloom 2016
I was lucky enough to win tickets to Bloom this year so myself and my friend went along on Friday. Bloom is a huge garden festival held in the Phoenix Park, Dublin every year. It's not just about gardening though. There is live music, loads for the kids to see and do, a craft village,... Continue Reading →
A warm welcome in Cloonacool
Well what can I say? I'm just back from a really relaxing break at the Moy River Bed and Breakfast in Cloonacool, Co. Sligo. Cloonacool in Irish means 'the meadow at the back.' Regular readers will know I have a huge interest in tourism so I jumped at the chance when Pat from Moy River contacted... Continue Reading →
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