A guided bus and walking tour of Sligo's rich Neolithic landscape has been organised by the county council
European Archaeology Days are coordinated by the National Institute for Preventive Archaeological Research (Inrap) and are co-ordinated in Ireland by The Heritage Council.
The Sligo tour will be guided by Dr. Robert Hensey, Project Coordinator with Sligo County Council for the Sligo World Heritage Site bid. The event will take place on Friday 13th June 2025 at 10.30am (duration approx. 3 hours). Meeting at Sligo Retail Park, Carraroe.
The tour will involve travel by bus and a guided walk at selected locations. Walking boots and weather appropriate clothing, fluids and snacks required. Please note that dogs are note permitted.
While the event is free of charge, places are strictly limited (Max. 25), and booking is essential via Eventbrite.
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