Grange, County Sligo

Infobox Irish Place
name = Grange
gaeilge = An Ghráinseach
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pin coords = left: 78px; top: 17px
north coord = 54.4000 | west coord = 8.5167 | irish grid = G664502
area = | elevation = 28 m
province = Connacht
county = County Sligo
population = | town pop = 225 | rural pop =
census yr = 2002
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Grange ( _ga. An Ghráinseach) is a village in County Sligo, Ireland.

Amenities

Rooneys, Centra, and Londis are the general stores in the village. Local restaurants include Langs Bar & Restaurant and Wheelers (formerly Willies), a fast food cafe. Recently Grange has added "The Emperor" Chinese restaurant.

Along with these restaurants Grange has some very lively pubs, Mickey's a quaint pub on the main street is famous for a sing song, Barrys public house is recognised as Sligo's best live venue with a wide variety of acts, renowned artists often stop by for an impromptu session. such artists include Shane McGowan, Paul Brady and Tabby Callaghan. Morans's is another pub in the village, popular with residents of the new County Council estate. McLeans Pub located 2 miles from the village is a cosy family run pub that is a very popular spot for a quiet pint and a chat with the locals.

Accommodation

People

Grange has links with Bavaria in Germany as it is the birthplace of Lola Montez (born Eliza Rosanna Gilbert).

The Roman Catholic parish priest is Fr. Christy McHugh, born in Sligo Town.

The village is also home to Steve Wickham ex Waterboys fiddler.

Catherine Hyndman, who plays for Northern Ireland U19 Ladies and Colchester United Ladies also sets her roots in grange.

Development

Grange is a bustling village with a tremendous community spirit. Annual events in Grange include the St. Patricks Day parade, the Agricultural Show and the very popular Grange Music Festival held every August bank holiday weekend. Because of this Grange's population is increasing, with new housing estates being built and planned, despite the overloaded sewage system and problems with drinking water.

It is also well known for its great view of the mountain Ben Bulben.

Grange also is close to Streedagh, the location of a fantastic beach, and one of the locations of a Spanish armada boat sinking, which is commemorated by a monument close to the beach.Lots of surfing and coastal activities are there for the visitor.

ee also

*List of towns and villages in Ireland