I had a lovely weekend out and about in Sligo, and it was so enjoyable I thought I'd tell you about it. I had no real plan on Saturday morning other than to see where the road took me. The weather wasn't great, but if I let the weather dictate what I did, I wouldn't... Continue Reading →
Sligo Food News – June 2026
Happy June! Too bad that someone didn’t tell the weather! There’s loads of Sligo Food News, as we head into the summer season. I got the chance to visit some new places, and returned to some old places, and I’ve gathered up some news that I’ve seen online too. Happy reading! Sligo Food Trail in... Continue Reading →
Sligo’s Newest Café – Jill’s Kitchen at Laura’s
If you live in Sligo, chances are you know Jill. She spent 34 years running the much-loved Drumcliffe Tea House before finally hanging up her apron. After five years away, Jill is back with Jill’s Kitchen at Laura’s in Carney. The village of Carney is just off the N15 - heading to Lissadell. Step through... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
It’s been a couple of weeks since I’ve written a Sunday Thoughts post. Not many people read these, but that’s not really why I write them. They help me clear my head and reflect on the week. Sometimes something I write resonates with people, and that’s always nice too. This week has felt like a... Continue Reading →
Bluebells, Beaches and Woodland Walks at Lissadell, Sligo
If you can’t decide between a forest walk or a stroll along the beach, Lissadell is the perfect place to have both. As you drive from the village of Carney, you’ll spot a little gate lodge on the left-hand side. Turn down there and you’ll find a small lay-by with space for a few cars.... Continue Reading →
Raghly Loop Trail – Or Half a Loop in My Case
We have more walks than you can shake a stick at here in Sligo. There’s a walk to suit everyone, from forest to coastal, and urban to rural, and I went on a very special one over the weekend. I headed off to do the Raghly Looped Walk, to be honest it took me long... Continue Reading →