Sligo Abbey is lit up this week for Heritage Week. I think it looks beautiful. Luckily I had the Canon 100D with me, I think it's done a brilliant job on these. The rest of my photos are here.
Jesus Christ Superstar – Fun Company Sligo
Last night was the opening night of the Fun Company Sligo's performance of Jesus Christ Superstar at the Hawk's Well Theatre. I was delighted to go along and take some photos for my blog...ahead of my 'proper' trip to see the show later this week. The show was amazing, there was a live orchestra providing... 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 →
Back to appointments
Just when you think life is going well it has a habit of giving you a swift kick up the backside. This week I was picking up Jono from Collooney railway station and Rocket-dog came along. I was walking him along the station and his toenails got caught in a metal grid 😦 So he... 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 →
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