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Coastal perfection
Land and sea meet in a dramatic confluence along the coast of County Sligo. It's this coming together of earth and water, salt spray and jagged mountain peaks, that helped to inspire the work of William Butler Yeats, the Nobel Prize-winning poet who wrote The Song of Wandering Aengus.
County Sligo
Kayaking by Benbulben Mountain; Sligo town; horse riding on Sligo's beaches; foraging on Streedagh Strand with the Irish Seaweed Kitchen
Gem on the Wild Atlantic Way
Often known as Yeats Country for how much it inspired his poetry, Sligo is a slice of heaven along Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way – coastal villages like Rosses Point and Easkey are perfect spots to enjoy the characteristic hospitality of this region of Ireland, as well as acting as hubs for any visiting watersport enthusiasts.
Mullaghmore Head, County Sligo
Mullaghmore Head
This small peninsula has become known for some of the most sought-after waves in surfing.
Big wave surfing
We can't help but wonder if the poetry of Yeats would have been different if he had seen Sligo today, watching surfers take to the water at Mullaghmore, riding some of the biggest waves in western Europe? The scenes are certainly dramatic, and Sligo's beaches are known worldwide for their legendary breakers, allowing surfers to weave in and out of the white water. And if you don't want to take to the water, never fear – perch up on the beach to watch the experts go at it!
WB Yeats Statue, County Sligo
WB Yeats and Sligo
Yeats called Sligo “The Land of Heart’s Desire” and it’s beauty inspired his early poetry.
Pure poetry
While certain things may have changed since Yeats wandered these lands, some have stayed exactly the same. For example, people are still being creatively inspired by these lands. Bestselling author Sally Rooney based her book, Normal People, in County Sligo, and the TV series was also filmed here, with the rugged Sligo coastline providing a dramatic backdrop to the story.
And, of course, Yeats himself is buried "Under bare Ben Bulben's head" as he predicted in one of his poems – his grave can be found in Drumcliff cemetery, not far from the foot of the mountain.
Inishmurray Island, County Sligo
County Sligo highlights
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Sligo Racecourse
Sligo Racecourse is in the heart of Yeats Country, in County Sligo, and claims to be one of the most scenic racecourses in the country. It's a great location to savour the atmosphere of an Irish race meeting.
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Ben Bulben Loop
Get up close to one of our most iconic mountains on the Benbulben Loop. This easy walk along primarily forest road will take a mere 90 minutes to complete, but walkers are in for a real treat with more than a few surprises along the route.
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Hooked Sligo
Hooked restaurant in Sligo Town, is named after the meat hooks used in the traditional butcher’s shop which Anthony Gray’s father, Joe, had in the town for many years. The ethos of Hooked Sligo is to purchase local, using artisan and Irish producers. It serves tasty food in a casual and eclectic environment.
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Sligo Abbey
The Dominican priory known as Sligo Abbey has dominated Sligo's eastern district since the town was founded in the mid 13th century. Large parts of the church, sacristy and chapterhouse are preserved from this period, alongside the beautiful 15th century cloister and associated buildings.
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Wild West Sailing
Set sail on the Atlantic Ocean with Wild West Sailing at Mullaghmore, County Sligo or Rossaveal, County Galway. Take part in one of their amazing courses or book a charter for an unforgettable trip.
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Sligo Bay Sup
Sligo Bay Sup, in County Sligo, is an ASI qualified SUP stand-up paddle board school and SUP guiding service. Experience stand-up paddle boarding surrounded by 360° views of the stunning Sligo coastline along the rugged Wild Atlantic Way.
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