There is such a buzz in Sligo about the Spanish Galleon replica, and it's wonderful to see it. Judging from all the photos and videos that I've seen on Social Media, I'm probably one of the last that has actually set foot on it! I booked my visit weeks ago, when I first saw it... Continue Reading →
Remembering the Armada
Under a gloomy sky were crosses in the sand. These crosses were to commemorate and remember the 1,100 sailors and soldiers who perished following the loss of three great Spanish Armada ships on Streedagh Beach, Sligo, Ireland in September 1588. The Grange and Armada Development Association (GADA) hosted a family day as part of the... Continue Reading →
Remembering the Armada
SWORD dueling, sand etchings and sand castle building competitions will form part of a special day to commemorate those lost on three Spanish Armada ships at Streedagh Beach in Sligo in 1588. Saturday September 19 will see Grange and Armada Development Association (GADA) host a free family friendly event at Streedagh Beach, to remember the... Continue Reading →