Just outside Sligo town is Ballisodare, so many people drive through it on their way to work, but it's a wonderful place to stop and spend a while, and recently I've found myself there quite often, so here are some suggestions of things to do. The Union Wood walk in Ballisodare is a gentle, family-friendly... Continue Reading →
Delightful Drumsna in County Leitrim
If you are a regular reader of the blog, you will know that one of my favourite things to do is to go off exploring. I love getting up early, hopping in the car, and seeing where the road takes me, I often take detours before I reach my destination. Thatโs how I ended up... Continue Reading →
Leitrim to host Ireland’s First National Trail Conference to celebrate trails, community, and the great outdoors
https://videopress.com/v/0gCMQbrF?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Outdoor enthusiasts, trail builders and community groups are set to descend on Leitrim next month for Irelandโs inaugural National Trail Conference, which will take place from August 31 to September 3 in Carrick-on-Shannon. Organised by Leitrim Development Company, this landmark event will kick off with a variety of free and ticketed excursions designed to showcase the natural beauty... Continue Reading →
Milltown Woods, Lurganboy, Leitrim
The River Bonet runs through these woods and it's just so peaceful walking around there, listening to the water rushing and the birds singing. There are several walkways, some uphill where you see bluebells and some fairly flat so suitable for all levels of fitness. In among the bluebells I saw a white one, it's... Continue Reading →