King House Cultural Quarter will come alive over May and June with a series of fringe cultural events taking place in multiple venues at the heart of Boyle, Co. Roscommon. These six events cover Live Music, Film, Theatre, Opera and Literature. This series is part of the Local Live Performance Scheme 2022, which aims to... Continue Reading →
Happy Birthday to Lovage at The Gate Lodge
Lovage at The Gate Lodge in Boyle, Co. Roscommon, celebrates one year in business today. I was up bright and early (too early for breakfast if you know me you'll know I'm early for everything!) but I did enjoy my vegan cake and coffee. It's a gorgeous cafe, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. You... Continue Reading →
Visit Roscommon
Immerse yourself in a county that's steeped in myth and legend, with hidden gems around every corner and friendly faces to greet you. Embrace your inner Harry Potter and stay in a magical location, or imagine you are royality and stay in a stunning castle located on a secluded lake. Enjoy unforgettable adventures from high... Continue Reading →
St. Patrick’s Day Events in Roscommon 2022
With the popularity of the Sligo and Leitrim St. Patrick's Day Posts, I couldn't leave out Roscommon. Here's a round up of the information I found. 17th March (St. Patrick's Day) Parades 1pm Lecarrow 2pm Ardcarne St. Patrick's Day Parade, Cootehall 2.30pm Ballaghadereen (starting from the Sligo Road) 3.00pm Ballintubber 3.00pm Cloonfad 3.00pm Elphin 3.30pm... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
Here we are again, another Sunday and fairly motoring through the year. It's been a busy couple of weeks but I like being busy. I've produced some local gift guides which you can see on the blog, and I'm working on a Roscommon one - which is going to be lovely. It's great discovering new... Continue Reading →
Family friendly Christmas events in the North West
With so many things being cancelled over the last year or so, there's more interest than ever for things to do this Christmas. Here are some things I've noticed in Sligo, Leitrim, Mayo and Roscommon, that might be of interest, as numbers are limited for most events early booking is advisable. Winter Wonderland at Westport... Continue Reading →