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COLLOONEY and Ballisodare are two busy towns situated on the outskirts of Sligo town. Collooney is located just off the N4 and N17, and is the meeting point of the two roads.
Ballisodare is also situated along the Owenmore Rivers, about seven kilometres South of Sligo town.
The photogenic Ox Mountains lie at the back of the town.
Ballisodare Bay is just on the outskirts of the town, and is a huge attraction for those with an interest in fishing, particularly salmon fishing. These two areas are undergoing constant growth, with numerous new businesses cropping up in recent years.
Collooney is home to Sligo Junction filling station, where you will find fast food restaurant Hot Rods, with high quality food at a low price. Roberto’s takeaway is situated in both Ballisodare and Collooney, and this delightful takeaway serves a wide range of options including pizza, kebabs, burgers, Southern Fried chicken, fish & chips and pies. There are plenty of supermarkets in Collooney for your everyday bits and pieces, with both McKim’s Mace and Whiteside’s Centra catering to your needs. ‘For Pete’s Steak’, Peter Wynne’s butcher shop is renowned for its high quality meat, and Peter will make sure that you are looked after.
For activities or childrens parties, the Teeling Sports Centre is perfect, a Collooney institution that is lots of fun for everyone. Connolly’s Bar and Off-Licence in Collooney is the perfect place to wind down, listen to some music, watch sport, play darts or whatever tickles your fancy.
For anyone in agriculture, North West Agri Supplies, based in Collooney is your one stop shop for quality animal feeds, hardware, equestrian and yard supplies and much more. Ballisodare too is a thriving town.
Whiteside’s Super Valu has everything you and your family might need. If you’re looking for somewhere to unwind or listen to live music, socialise and meet a few friends, O’Connor’s Bar is the place for you. Ballisodare too boasts an excellent beauty salon in Salus, for all your beauty needs.