Here we are again another Sunday and February is already speeding along, unlike January, which was the longest January I’ve ever known. Things have returned to a routine since we got the power back, although I’ll aware that some people are still without electricity – 17 days and counting for some, and I honestly don’t... Continue Reading →
24 Hours in Manchester
Last month (which seems like a lifetime ago) I took a trip to Manchester to see Magnum. I hadn’t been on a plane on my own since 2019, and I wasn’t sure how I would be. It was all good, and I was pleased with how well I did. It’s so handy having Ireland West... Continue Reading →
The SO Funny Sligo Comedy Festival – February 2025
The So Funny Sligo Comedy Festival promises 6 days of Laughs across venues around the town and county. There is something for all ages with nightly stand up gigs, a family comedy magic show, comedy quiz, the Ha Ha Hawk’s Well award night for new talent, an Art Exhibition + more! I was delighted to... Continue Reading →
There’s a new walking track in Sligo town
If you are looking for a new walk in Sligo town, you might like the one at Far Finisklin. It's a lovely flat walk, so it would be suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs, and the views are beautiful. You can look over the bay, watch the seabirds, and view Benbulben. It's in the location of... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
Another week has flown by, and Sunday is here again. I hope you’ve all had a lovely week; it’s been lovely to see some blue skies, and the weather has been so mild, I’ve found it difficult to sleep with the heat, a bit different from the -5 that we had the previous week. I... Continue Reading →
Festivals in Sligo 2025
The Sligo festivals for 2025 begin at the end of January, and while all the dates haven't been finalised, I thought I'd start a post, so you that you what you can look forward to during the year. I'll update this post with dates as soon as I see them, so keep checking back. 24th... Continue Reading →