Today there was a day of celebration in Belleek Pottery. I haven't been there for quite some time so it was great to go back again. This time I had a tour of the factory which was really interesting, it's amazing to see the process and skill involved by the workers. Dearbhla was our tour... Continue Reading →
Sligo Gaol
I finally got to take photos inside Sligo Gaol (or jail) this week. I've wanted to do this for a long time but it isn't open to the public. Siobhan the Heritage Officer let Sarah (Derelict Nation) and I for a look around on Monday. The prison was open from 1823-1959, it was also known... Continue Reading →
Sligo Summer Festival
This weekend saw the Sligo Summer Festival take place in town. I got to see quite a bit of it yesterday although I missed the events on Friday night. There was a great buzz about the town. I loved the stunt bikers....would love to be able to do this 😉 The evening concert was great... Continue Reading →
Lough Gill Hospice Swim 2013
Yesterday was the Lough Gill Swim in aid of North West Hospice 2013. Brave swimmers took to the water at Parke's Castle, Leitrim and swam the 10km to Doorly Park, Sligo. The event is the brain child of Paul McGarry. Paul sadly lost his nephew Neil McGarry to cancer. The excellent care he received at... Continue Reading →
Slieve League
On Monday I finally got to Slieve League in County Donegal. I've heard a lot about it but never actually got there before. I saw a carpark with portaloos and there was a closed gate leading up to the cliffs so I presumed you couldn't drive any further and parked the car. I ended walking... Continue Reading →
Cruising around Cavan
After my visit to Marble Arch Caves I headed back to Blacklion for a look around. I've often driven through it on the way to Enniskillen but have only stopped a couple of times for the lovely charity shop there. So it was great to do some proper exploring. The peace monument above is in... Continue Reading →