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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.
Collooney Take Away & Pizzeria is a delightful takeaway serving 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 for 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.
El Pelo hair design owned and run by Joanne Mc Gourty is the place to go for all thos especial occassions. Joanne and her staff will accomodate all styles whatever your needs.
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.
Ballisodare too is a thriving town. Whiteside’s Super Valu has everything you and your family might need. Cecil and his family are celebrating 10 years in business this year and the service provided in the ten years is exceptional. Just on the Main St, you have Gerard Clarke & Sons, Auctioneers