County Sligo

Sligo translates from the Irish word ‘Sligeach’ meaning ‘Shelly Place’. This refers to the abundance of shellfish found in the Garavogue river estuary. Sligo is one of the most picturesque counties in Ireland nestled between wild Atlantic beaches and the dramatic Ox, Belbulben and Knocknarea mountains. This area has the highest concentrations of ancient monuments in Ireland. It also has the oldest and largest Neolithic cemetery in Europe (Carrowmore) which has been short-listed for UNESCO World Heritage site status. Its highest peak is Truskmore Mountain at 647m located in the Dartry Mountain Range.

Markree Castle, Collooney. County Sligo 1800

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An exceptional hotel & asteroid discoveries The impressive Markree Castle Hotel stands on land that was originally controlled by the McDonagh clan. After the Cromwellian invasion of Ireland, the lands were granted to [...]

Markree Castle, Collooney. County Sligo 18002023-05-10T16:18:22+00:00

Sligo Abbey, Sligo Town. County Sligo 1252 

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The only surviving 15th-century sculptured altar in Ireland Sligo Abbey is located right in the middle of Sligo Town. It was built by Maurice Fitzgerald for the Dominicans in 1252 and includes a [...]

Sligo Abbey, Sligo Town. County Sligo 1252 2024-02-15T22:21:58+00:00

Carrowkeel Cemetery, Ballymote. County Sligo c.3400 BC

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One of 'Ireland's 'Big 4' passage tomb cemeteries Carrowkeel sits on a desolate hilltop 1000 feet above sea level and dates back to c.3400BC. It is just one of 14 cairns forming part [...]

Carrowkeel Cemetery, Ballymote. County Sligo c.3400 BC2024-03-09T16:34:10+00:00
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