Things to do and see, places to stay and eat... We’ve so much in Sligo

SLIGO people often forget just how much their own county has to offer on terms of things to do, things to see, great places to eat and wonderful places to stay.

More and more people are coming to visit Sligo, so all you have to do is try to see the place as visitors do and appreciate what is on your doorstep without any need for long journeys!

Sligo Tourism said that the county “offers a unique destination with the dramatic backdrop of Benbulben, glimmering beaches, rolling green hills, and magical woodlands, with unsurpassed leisure activities and state-of-the-art business facilities” and it is hard to argue with that.

They go on: “From water sports and golf to seaweed baths and horse riding or even some leisurely fishing, the county has so much to offer you whatever your interests are. “From the myths and legends of ancient Ireland to the poetry of Yeats and the music of Coleman, Westlife and Dervish, Sligo’s cultural and literary heritage is world famous and still actively celebrated. “The Model is an important contemporary arts centre of national standing with a significant collection of Jack B Yeats’s work. “There’s also a vibrant theatre tradition found in the Hawk’s

Well Theatre, one of the oldest regional theatres in the country, and the Blue Raincoat Theatre Company, a professional ensemble based at The Factory Performance Space.

“The ancient county is filled with over 5,000 archaeological sites, including the massive megalithic grave complex at Carrowkeel.

Many of the walking routes incorporate sites of archaeological and historical significance. “Restaurants offer an extensive range of local seafood as well as speciality dishes accompanied by refreshing ales and fine wines.” Local businesses are waiting to welcome you back – so why would you go anywhere else?