Self Catering Holiday Homes in Co. Sligo

If you are considering a holiday full of family fun activities or even if you just want to relax and unwind then Self Catering Sligo is the perfect option for you.

Sligo boasts many spectacular beaches along the Wild Atlantic Way including Rosses Point, Strandhill, Culleenamore and Mullaghmore.

Catch a wave with one of the many surfing schools Sligo has to offer; Perfect Day Surf School, Strandhill Surf School and Seventh Wave Surf School in Enniscrone. If you enjoy riding the waves then maybe you would like to take it to the next level and try out LSD Kiteboarding at Rosses Point.

Gallop along the Wild Atlantic Way with Markree Riding Stables in Collooney where they offer various treks for all levels of riding or with Horse Holiday Farm in Grange who offer both guided and unguided trails for experienced riders aged 12 years +. Otherwise, if you are just into watching horse racing then County Sligo Races is the place to go.

Sligo has a number of scenic and challenging links courses which offer panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. These include County Sligo Golf Club and Enniscrone Golf Club – both 27 hole courses.

Sligo is rich with heritage and archaeology.

Lissadell House and Gardens is the childhood home of Constance Markievicz who was one of the leaders of the 1916 Rising and the first woman to be elected into the Dáil. The picturesque gardens, the Alpine and Kitchen Gardens, which were created in 1740, boast stunning plants and flowers. Lissadell House also offers a petting farm and a 1916 Gallery in commemoration of the Easter Rising.

Sligo Abbey exhibits Gothic and Renaissance tomb sculptures which give you an insight into the history of Sligo.

The Yeats Memorial Building, located on Hyde Bridge in Sligo is another must see. Immerse yourself in the life of William Butler Yeats by experiencing their outstanding exhibitions.

If you are into creativity then The Model Arts and Niland Gallery is the place to go. They showcase contemporary exhibitions, host frequent music and events as well as offering workshops in creative arts and crafts.

Explore the area with many of the stunning walks Sligo has to offer.  Rosses Point Coastal Walk offers panoramic views of Sligo Bay, The Sligo Way offers magnificent views across Donegal Bay and of the Nephin Mountain range – you can also see historic attractions along the route including crannóge and megalithic tombs.

Wilderness Ireland offers truly spectacular guided walks, sea kayaking and cycling in the Strandhill area.

Gillighan’s World at Knocknashee in Tubbercurry is an excellent day out for the whole family.  You can discover a water cave, animal sanctuary and celtic ringfort as you walk through the enchanted fairy land.

On a rainy day, for the Kids, Happy Days Play Centre in Sligo is suitable for all ages with its soft play areas and, for the teens, computerised laser guns.

There are a number of leisure centres in Sligo, including Sligo Regional Sports Centre and Waterpoint Aqua Park that are open to the public where you can pay as you go.

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