- Rosses Point: A scenic coastal village west of Sligo Town, Rosses Point boasts sandy beaches and views of Coney Island and Oyster Island. Its yacht club, golf course, and proximity to Benbulben make it a picturesque spot for sailing and coastal walks, with a vibrant literary connection to W.B. Yeats.
- Strandhill: Located at the foot of Knocknarea Mountain, Strandhill is a surfing haven with a sandy beach and Atlantic waves. Its scenic promenade, seaweed baths, and views of Coney Island make it a lively yet tranquil coastal gem, popular for outdoor activities.
- Enniscrone: A charming seaside village with a 5km golden beach, Enniscrone is known for its seaweed baths and cliff-top views along the Wild Atlantic Way. Its scenic dunes and proximity to Killala Bay make it ideal for surfing and coastal strolls.
- Coolaney: A quaint village near the Ox Mountains, Coolaney was Sligo’s youngest village in 2022 (average age 31.8 years). Its scenic setting along the Owenbeg River and proximity to Coolaney Mountain offers peaceful walks and rural charm.
- Grange: Located near Streedagh Beach, Grange is a small village with stunning views of Benbulben and the Atlantic. Its proximity to Armada shipwreck sites and coastal trails makes it a scenic base for exploring Sligo’s archaeological heritage.
- Easkey: A coastal village famed for its world-class surfing, Easkey sits along the Wild Atlantic Way with dramatic cliffs and a historic castle. Its scenic beaches and river estuary offer a tranquil setting for water sports and nature enthusiasts.
- Dromahair: A picturesque village on the River Bonet, Dromahair features Creevelea Abbey ruins and views of Lough Gill. Its lush woodlands and proximity to Parke’s Castle make it a serene spot for history and nature lovers.
- Riverstown: Home to Sligo Folk Park, Riverstown is a charming village in southern Sligo surrounded by rolling hills. Its scenic setting near Lough Arrow and the Curlew Mountains offers a peaceful retreat with cultural heritage and walking trails.
- Ballintogher: A small village near Lough Gill, Ballintogher is surrounded by scenic woodlands and hills. Its quiet charm, historic church, and proximity to the Slish Wood trail make it a tranquil base for exploring Sligo’s lake district.
- Cliffony: A coastal hamlet near Mullaghmore, Cliffony offers scenic views of Donegal Bay and Benbulben. Its quiet beaches, Classiebawn Castle nearby, and Wild Atlantic Way location make it a serene escape for coastal walks and photography.
Villages
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Towns
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Awards
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
County Sligo:
Ireland’s county Sligo is renowned for its poetic heritage and coastal scenery, with the Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery offering one of Europe’s oldest prehistoric sites. The Benbulben mountain provides striking hiking trails, while Strandhill’s beaches are ideal for surfing. Other attractions include the historic Lissadell House and its gardens. Sligo is Ireland’s 22nd largest county by size (1,796 square km) and seventh smallest by population (70,198). Population peaked at 180,886 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 50,275 in 1971. In terms of hospitality, Sligo is Ireland’s 17th most visited tourist county with around 133,000 international visitors per year.
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