Friday was Culture Night in Sligo (and indeed all over most of the country). It's a great idea and consists of free cultural events for all the family to enjoy. On Friday morning I had a look around The Model at their various exhibitions. It's always lovely to take a bit of time and relax... Continue Reading →
September
I just wanted to share a few photos taken from my phone. Every morning I walk the dog up the lane and these are a few of the photos I've taken over the last few weeks.
Mullaghmore Donkey Derby
Mullaghmore, Sligo was the place to be on August 26th for the All Ireland Donkey Derby. Thankfully the sun was shining which is always a bonus. The was a vintage car display, donkey show, bouncy castles, stalls and of course the donkey race. This being Ireland though nothing starts on time and I was there... Continue Reading →
The Rose of Innisfree
Today I once again joined the Wild West Irish Tours for the day, thanks to Michael for inviting me to tag along. Today we went on The Rose of Innisfree and took a cruise around lovely Lough Gill. We were joined on board by Mary Kennedy who was filming for RTE's Nationwide. George was a... Continue Reading →
Blue Moon
This was the sight I woke up to this morning....pretty special I think. I was walking the dog when I saw the moon. I had to go back home to get my camera as the phone camera didn't do it justice. It makes up for the blue moon I didn't see the other night because... Continue Reading →
Belvedere House and gardens, Mullingar
On Saturday I went to Belvedere House and gardens, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath. I got there just after 9.30am when it opened...I should have realised it's 'Irish time', so I was waiting for about ten minutes to pay to get in. It's €8.75 an adult, €4.75 for children and €24.00 fo a family of two adults... Continue Reading →
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