Sligo Folk Park is a charming and picturesque open-air museum located in the small village of Riverstown in County Sligo, Ireland. The park is a celebration of the rich cultural heritage of the region and offers visitors a unique insight into the traditional way of life in rural Ireland.
Spread over 16 acres of lush greenery, the park is home to a variety of historic buildings, including a traditional thatched cottage, a schoolhouse, a church, and a blacksmith's forge. Each building has been carefully restored and furnished with authentic period pieces, providing visitors with a fascinating glimpse into the past.
The park also features a working farm, where visitors can see a range of farm animals, including cows, sheep, pigs, and chickens. There is also a beautiful walled garden, which is home to a variety of flowers, herbs, and vegetables, and a playground for children.
Throughout the year, the park hosts a range of events and activities, including traditional music sessions, craft workshops, and historical reenactments. Visitors can also enjoy a range of delicious local food and drink at the park's café, which serves up traditional Irish fare made with locally sourced ingredients.
Overall, Sligo Folk Park is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in Irish history and culture. With its beautiful setting, fascinating exhibits, and friendly atmosphere, it offers a truly unique and memorable experience for visitors of all ages.
Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
The Castle Dargan estate is set snugly in 170 acres of mature woodlands with unrivalled scenery.
Number of rooms: 54
Ballygawley, Sligo, Ireland
Set in Riverstown and only 10 km from Ballinfad Castle, Tulla Villa Self Catering offers accommodation with lake views, free Wi-Fi and free private parking. 26 km from Drumkeeran Heritage Centre and 26 km from Sliabh an Iarainn Visitor Centre, the property features a garden and a terrace. The property is non-smoking and is situated 25 km from Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club.
Heapstown, Riverstown, Ireland
Located in Sligo in the West Sligo County region, Castlebaldwin Country Residence provides accommodation with free Wi-Fi and free private parking.
Number of rooms: 2
32 Drumroe, Castlebaldwin. County Sligo. F52 TD59, F52 TD59 Sligo, Ireland
Tullavilla, a property with barbecue facilities, is set in Riverstown, 25 km from Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club, 26 km from Drumkeeran Heritage Centre, as well as 26 km from Sliabh an Iarainn Visitor Centre. The property is situated 28 km from Cathedral of Immaculate Conception, 29 km from Yeats Memorial Building and 29 km from Sligo Abbey. The property is non-smoking and is located 10 km from Ballinfad Castle.
Riverstown, Ireland
Located in Ballygawley, 11 km from Cathedral of Immaculate Conception and 11 km from Yeats Memorial Building, 3 The Courtyard Castle Dargan provides accommodation with free Wi-Fi and a garden.
Number of rooms: 2
3 The Courtyard, Ballygawley, Ireland
Set in Sligo, 13 km from Cathedral of Immaculate Conception, Markree Castle offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With free Wi-Fi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Guests can have a drink at the bar.
Number of rooms: 4
Collooney, Co. Sligo, Sligo, Ireland
Set in a 500-acre private estate, this 18th-century country house offers luxury rooms with countryside views and its own tennis court. Guests can enjoy on-site trout fishing in the river.
Number of rooms: 6
Coopershill, Riverstown, Ireland
Set in Castlebaldwin, Hillcrest Bed and Breakfast offers accommodation with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TV, as well as a shared lounge and a garden.
Number of rooms: 4
Barroe, Kilmactranny, Co. Sligo., Castlebaldwin, Ireland
Dating back to the 18th century, Ardagh Suites Self Catering is part of a working farm in Sligo. With over a mile stretch of river running through the grounds, it offers free onsite parking and a games room.
Number of rooms: 5
Ardagh House, Riverstown, Ireland
Markree Home Farm Apartments is set in Collooney.
Number of rooms: 11
Markree Home Farm State, Demesne, Collooney, Co. Sligo, F91 AE81 Collooney, Ireland
Featuring a garden and views of inner courtyard, Markree Courtyard is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Collooney, 13 km from Cathedral of Immaculate Conception. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking and a housekeeping service. The bed and breakfast features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests.
Number of rooms: 7
Markree Courtyard, Collooney, Ireland
Arrow View House is a cottage located in Castlebaldwin Co. Sligo. This cottage provides free Wi-Fi, barbecue facilities and lake and mountain views.
Barroe, Ballindoon,, F52 AK81 Castlebaldwin, Ireland
Good choice if you’re looking forward to taking some rest at the hotel as much as to walking around the city. Hotel «Cromleach Lodge Country House Hotel» is located in Ballysadare.
Lough Arrow, Castlebaldwin, Co. Sligo, Ireland, Ballysadare, 00000
Active or laid-back vacation, it’s up to you to decide. Cottage «House With 4 Bedrooms in Ballymote, With Enclosed Garden and Wifi - 30» is located in Ballysadare.
Branchfield House s/n, Ballysadare, F56VF29
4 bedrooms house with enclosed garden and wifi at Ballymote is situated in Ballymote, 18 km from Ballinfad Castle, 21 km from Cathedral of Immaculate Conception, and 21 km from Yeats Memorial Building. It has barbecue facilities, garden views and free Wi-Fithroughout the property.
Branchfield House s/n , F56VF29 Ballymote, Ireland
