County Sligo (/ ˈ s l aɪ ɡ oʊ / SLY-goh, Irish: Contae Shligigh) is a county in Ireland. It is in the Northern and Western Region and is part of the province of Connacht. Sligo is the administrative capital and largest town in the county. Sligo County Council is the local authority for the county.

Feb 28, 2025 · Sligo is famous for its rugged landscapes, where windswept mountains meet wild Atlantic shores, its world-class surf that draws thrill-seekers to towering waves, and its deep literary connections.

Sligo (/ ˈ s l aɪ ɡ oʊ / SLY-goh; Irish: Sligeach [ˈʃl̠ʲɪɟəx], meaning 'abounding in shells') is a coastal seaport and the county town of County Sligo, Ireland, within the western province of Connacht.

From the big wave surfing culture at Mullaghmore to the literary legacy of poet WB Yeats, County Sligo is packed with experiences that will inspire you! From gorgeous beaches to dramatic mountain landscapes, County Sligo is a slice of heaven.

Mar 24, 2025 · Sligo, county in the province of Connaught, northwestern Ireland. It is bounded by Counties Leitrim (east), Roscommon (southeast), and Mayo (southwest); an arm of the Atlantic Ocean forms its other borders.

Welcome to County Sligo. You’ll find County Sligo along the Wild Atlantic Way in northwestern Ireland. There’s heaps of things to do in Sligo, from the county’s many beaches and the Gleniff Horseshoe Drive to walks, hikes and plenty more.

Sligo boasts a stunning, uninterrupted and wild coast, which attracts surfers and water sport enthusiasts year-round. The Ox Mountains, Benbulben and Knocknarea provide breath-taking, well-marked routes for walkers, and there are an abundance of scenic driving and cycling routes.

Discover bygone Irish rural life and heritage at the Sligo Folk Park, in the beautiful village of Riverstown, County Sligo. Situated 20km from Sligo Town, Riverstown is just off the M4, Dublin to Sligo motorway.

May 26, 2024 · Take a look at some interesting facts about County Sligo from its common surnames to famous Magpies. Irish name: Sligeach, meaning "A shelly place" Nickname: Yeats County, The Magpies....

An information resource for visitors and residents of County Sligo, Ireland. From castles to surfing to literature, this picturesque part of Ireland offers something for everyone.