Standing over 1,700 feet high the table topped mountain of Ben Bulben dominates the Sligo landscape. It’s easy to see how Yeats was inspired by its grandeur and its mystery. Ben Bulben is said to be the hiding place of the legendary star-crossed lovers Dairmuid and Grainne which Yeats describes in ‘A Faery Song’. In Irish mythology Diarmuid is killed... More

Perhaps the most magestic point in Ireland... wonderful access by Gortarowey.. more of a taxing climb. Interwoven in the poetry of WB Yeats, the battle for the book of Cathach, teh fights of the fianna and hidden gems like Glencar waterfall at its far side - a wonderful site. From the summit you can see Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon, Mayo and... More

This striking & beautiful mountain I pass very often whilst on my way to Mayo. I love its all pervading presence, almost as if lurking over one's shoulder. It has been a long time since I climbed this hill. The views from the top are fantastic. One can see across to Donegal & to Slieve League. Well worth the climb,... More

It's a such a unusual mountain in marvelous surroundings. You can see it from a good distance but only when you get close to it it makes you really WOW! More

On a clear day you can see for miles, well worth the 30-40 minute steep walk. Wear good shoes and don't forget your camera/binoculars More

Check the weather first and wear walking boots!! Definately worth a climb but it's tough!! More

We had a beautiful sunny day in Sligo...wonderful sight! More

Great Climb, not too challenging, stunning views from the top, it's Sligo's treasure More

Sligo's version of table Mountain in South Africa and it really is wow More