Queen Maeve Trail, Knocknarea
A rewarding climb through woodland and steps to sweeping views and the ancient cairn on Knocknarea. Please do not climb on the cairn.
Trail details ↗The Nest's local guide
Explore Strandhill.
From post-surf coffee and memorable meals to coastal trails and seaweed baths, discover the people and places that make our seaside village special.
Trails, heritage & scenery
Landmarks & coastal walks
From ancient ruins to windswept dunes and the summit of Knocknarea, these are some of our favourite ways to explore Strandhill on foot. Always check conditions and follow local trail signage.
Killaspugbrone Coastal Loop
Follow dunes, shoreline and pine woodland past historic church ruins, with views over Sligo Bay. Starts at the north end of the promenade.
Trail details ↗Killaspugbrone Church
Explore the atmospheric early Christian church ruins and coastal heritage along the Killaspugbrone walking route.
Trail details ↗Culleenamore Strand
A peaceful stretch of sand and dunes with beautiful views of Knocknarea and the peninsula. Plan around tide and access conditions.
Explore Sligo beaches ↗Strandhill Beach & Promenade
Watch surfers and spectacular Atlantic sunsets, then enjoy the village’s seafront cafés. Swimming is prohibited due to dangerous currents.
Trail details ↗Local favourites
Food & drink
Shells Café
Seafront coffee, breakfast and freshly baked treats.
Visit Shells Café ↗Stoked Strandhill
Creative sharing plates and locally sourced ingredients.
Visit Stoked ↗The Strand Bar
Traditional pub atmosphere and hearty food.
Explore The Strand Bar ↗The Venue
Seafood, steaks and a lively bar.
Visit The Venue ↗Honestly Farm Kitchen
Farm-to-fork dining, organic burgers, seafood, coffee and a farm shop close to Strandhill Beach.
Visit Honestly ↗Mammy Johnston’s
A Strandhill institution for ice cream and gelato.
Visit Mammy Johnston’s ↗Local favourites
Surf & adventure
Atlantic Surf School
Surf coaching from the National Surf Centre.
Visit Atlantic Surf School ↗Ewing’s Sea Angling & Boat Charters
Fishing charters, sightseeing trips and family boat adventures departing from nearby Rosses Point.
Explore boat trips ↗National Surf Centre
The village hub for surf facilities and instruction.
Discover more ↗Local favourites
Wellness & outdoors
VOYA Seaweed Baths
Relax with a traditional Irish seaweed bath.
Visit VOYA Seaweed Baths ↗Strandhill Beach
Watch the Atlantic waves and catch the sunset; swimming is prohibited.
Discover more ↗Killaspugbrone Loop
A scenic coastal and woodland walking trail.
Walk details ↗Knocknarea Mountain
Climb for expansive views and the legendary Queen Maeve’s Cairn.
Queen Maeve Trail details ↗Strandhill Golf Club
Links golf with Atlantic views.
Plan a round ↗A night out in Sligo
Evening entertainment
Heading into Sligo town? Discover live performances, arts events and evening entertainment beyond Strandhill.
Adelaide Casino
A casino in Sligo town centre on Adelaide Street, offering poker, roulette and gaming. An option for adults planning an evening out in Sligo.
Visit Adelaide Casino ↗Hawk’s Well Theatre
Enjoy live music, comedy, theatre and dance at this welcoming performing arts venue on Temple Street in Sligo town. Check the programme for upcoming evening shows.
See what’s on at Hawk’s Well ↗The Model, Sligo
Discover exhibitions, film screenings, concerts and special evening events at Sligo’s contemporary arts centre. Check the events calendar before visiting.
Explore events at The Model ↗Stay a little longer
Make The Nest your base.
Explore the village by day, then come back to a comfortable place to rest.
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