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 →
Harry’s Bar and Gastro Pub
We are just home from a fabulous night at Harry's Gastro Pub. Harry's is located in beautiful Rosses Point, Co. Sligo on the Wild Atlantic Way. I'm ashamed to say I've never been to Harry's before but after tonight we'll definitely be back. I used to think it was just a pub that served food but... 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 ‘Ferry’ Good Day in Doolin
Well today was a little bit of magic. I was invited by Doolin Ferry to come along and have a trip to the Aran Islands with them. It was a day of firsts as I've never been to Doolin, the Cliffs of Moher or any of the Islands and today I got to see all... Continue Reading →
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