Local Strandhill businesses are getting together to welcome the start of the tourist season, attracting attention to the area through a co-ordinated online campaign. The 2013 Go Strandhill Summer Giveaway runs for the month of May, with one lucky winner scooping a packed two-day break for two to the enchanting
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20
Dec
Good Tidings from Strandhill this Christmas
Christmas is almost upon us once again and it’s always nice to hear some heartwarming stories as the cold settles in. December brought the news that Dan Leydon, a local bodyboarder and illustrator/graphic designer, had been commissioned by Nike to create the artwork for their latest football boot, the Nike
18
Oct
Strandhill locals to star in Calvary movie
‘Calvary’ is a dark comedy from ‘The Guard’ director John Michael McDonagh, starring Brendan Gleeson as a Sligo priest who is tormented by his parishioners after he is threatened during confession. The crew have been seen filming around the county over the past few weeks and some Strandhill is proud
07
Oct
Coney Island Challenge 10km Run/Walk
The Coney Island Challenge is a race on road and across the bay at low tide from Sligo Rugby Club towards Coney Island and back. The event takes place on Saturday 20th October and proceeds go to the St Anne’s Church Bell Tower Conservation Fund. Registration is from 12 noon
