Exploring Newcastle Co Down

Exploring Newcastle Co Down

A lovely programme from RTE about Newcastle Co Down, and the surrounding area, highlighting just how beautiful our area is. Walking on Newcastle beach,  walking in the Mournes, or sampling some of the great range of restaurants, pubs and cafes, Newcastle has become a...

Yarn Bombers in Newcastle

On Sunday we went to Newcastle to see the handiwork of S.O.C.K, (Secret Outside Crochet and Knitters) who yarn bombed the promenade. Their handiwork was very fine, and we got there in time before it was all taken down. You can see more of their work on the BBC website...

Drawing breath

Well, thats the end of the second week living here at Lackan Cottage Farm, although it feels like we’ve been here months. Despite my impatience to get the building work sorted, I’ve come to the conclusion that a rest day is pretty much unavoidable once a...