Sligo is often overlooked as a tourist destination in Ireland. This baffles me because we fell in love with the place after coming here on holiday 32 years ago. So much so that we moved over from the UK the following year. To show you just how beautiful it is I thought I post some... Continue Reading →
Sligo Abbey Reopens
There's great news for those in Sligo, or coming to visit, as Sligo Abbey has reopened to the public. The abbey has been closed to the public for the last two years, so it's wonderful to see them back open again. The abbey is open from the end of March to the end of October.... Continue Reading →
Temporary Closure to the Caves of Keash
I spotted a post on the Sligo Walks Facebook page that states the walk up to the caves will be closed from March 25th 2022 to April 29th 2022 as this is lambing season. The walk is clearly marked to state dogs aren't allowed as it's open farmland, but some people were disregarding the notice.... Continue Reading →
I’m in Cheesecake Heaven
If you read the blog, or follow me on social media, you'll know I have a thing for cake, well food in general to be honest. So I was thrilled to be given cheesecakes by a new local business - Sligo Cheesecake Co. I was given a treat box containing four individual cheesecakes; Malteser, Toblerone,... Continue Reading →
My St. Patrick’s Day 2022
After a break of two years, it was great to see the parades and the St. Patrick's Day celebrations back again. The weather in Sligo wasn't the best, there were some heavy shower, but it was dry enough for the most part. I went into town early, I usually do so that I can avoid... Continue Reading →
St. Patrick’s Day Events in Sligo 2022
After two years of cancellations the St. Patrick's Day events are back. It's quite hard to find all the information so I've gone searching and added all the parades and events I've found here. 17th March - St. Patrick's Day - The Parades 12 noon Sligo Town Parade. A shorter route and going down O'Connell... Continue Reading →