https://videopress.com/v/siW2M421?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true There's something so soothing about the water, just being near it helps me to relax. After a few busy days and some lousy weather I was delighted to see a bright day so I headed to Glencar Lake. The lake is on the border of County Sligo and County Leitrim - although the waterfall... Continue Reading →
The Cloonamahon Native Woodland Park, Sligo
I saw a post recently on the Collooney Greenway Support Group about the Cloonamahon Woodland Park in Sligo and I decided to go and have a look for myself. The park is fairly new but it's a lovely walk even as it is at the moment. Western Forestry Co-op hosted a series of Open Days... Continue Reading →
Branch Café and Wine bar Sligo
I'm very late to the party with my visit to Branch Café and Wine Bar in Sligo town. Branch opened last summer in the Yeats Memorial Building, and it's a really bright and airy place. There are quirky, colourful prints on the walls and bright yellow chairs. The staff are friendly and welcoming and the... Continue Reading →
Atlantic Sheepdogs – a Sligo Gem
If you are coming to Sligo, or if you live in Sligo, one of the experiences that you need to visit is Atlantic Sheepdogs. When I went along I wasn’t sure what to expect apart from sheep and dogs obviously. I joined a group of about twenty people of all ages and we were welcomed... Continue Reading →
The Ballymote Heritage Trail
Last year I was exploring the heritage trail with a friend. It's a really lovely walk, even if you just stick to the town part. We weren't sure where Emlaghfad Church was, and it was hard to find information online, so I went back another day to explore that, but in this post I'll tell... Continue Reading →
My St. Patrick’s Day in Sligo 2023
I headed off to the Sligo town St. Patrick's Day Parade this year. I love the St. Patrick's Day parades; the sights and the sounds, the colour and everyone being in good form. The weather didn't play ball, but it was mild so the rain didn't bother me too much. The traditional music playing in... Continue Reading →