Tobercurry Travel Guide

City Market town in County Sligo, Connacht, Ireland

Tobercurry sits amid Sligo’s drumlins and the Ox Mountains: visitors stop for weekly markets, traditional-music nights in small pubs, nearby loughs for fishing, and drives that link this market town to the Wild Atlantic Way.

Costs

USD 80-120/day

Mid-range Irish prices for B&Bs, pubs and local transport.

Safety

Safe small-town atmosphere

Low crime; friendly locals but watch slippery rural roads.

Best Time

May-September

Mild, drier months for festivals, walking and fishing.

In This Guide

Why Visit Tobercurry?
Top Things to Do
Plan Your Visit
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Time

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Weather

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Population

1,986

Infrastructure & Convenience

Bus services to Sligo, walkable centre, pubs and shops open regular hours.

Popularity

Attracts Irish domestic tourists for markets, music and outdoor activities.

Known For

Traditional pubs, Gaelic games, local markets, Irish music, angling, rural scenery, heritage sites, walking trails, community festivals

Tobercurry is a market town in County Sligo and acts as the local service hub for the surrounding rural area.

Why Visit Tobercurry? #

Tobercurry offers a window into rural Connacht life with easy access to the Ox Mountains and a lively pub scene for traditional music sessions. Local festivals and markets spotlight County Sligo’s crafts and produce, while nearby Benbulben and coastal beaches provide dramatic landscapes for day trips. Stop by a whiskey-friendly pub to sample homemade stews and listen to sean-nós songs for an authentically Irish small-town atmosphere.

Top Things to Do in Tobercurry

All Attractions ›

Benbulbin

Distinctive table-shaped mountain in County Sligo

Mountain

Knock Shrine

Major Catholic pilgrimage site and Marian apparition location

Religious Site

Lough Gill

Scenic lake in Connacht famed for literary associations

Lake

Knocknarea

Prominent Sligo hill topped by Neolithic cairn

Mountain

Carrowmore

Large Neolithic passage tomb cemetery in County Sligo

Archaeological Site

Inishmurray

Uninhabited island off Sligo with early monastic ruins

Island

Ox Mountains

Irish mountain range in County Sligo

Mountains

Dartry Mountains

Mountain range in western Ireland with rugged ridges

Mountains

Don't Miss

Tobercurry Main Street - Town centre with shops, cafés, and regular local market activity on weekends.
Lough Talt Nature Walks - Established trails around the lake with varied terrain and quiet picnic sites.
Local folk music sessions - Evening sessions in pubs featuring traditional Irish music and community atmosphere.

Hidden Gems

Ballyoutraw River walks - Riverside paths and quiet lanes perfect for short strolls and birdwatching.
Small artisan food producers - Local cheesemakers and bakers selling goods at town markets and farm gates.
Nearby heritage trails - Less-known walking routes passing ringforts, old churches, and rural monuments.

Day Trips

Lough Talt - Upland lake with walking trails, swimming spots, and panoramic views of Curlew Mountains.
Sligo town and Benbulben - Sligo's cultural attractions and dramatic Benbulben plateau for hikes and viewpoints.

Best Time to Visit Tobercurry #

Tobercurry is nicest from late spring through early autumn when weather is milder and drier for walks and local festivals. Winters are wet and chilly but not extreme.

Winter

December - February · 3-8°C (37-46°F)

Damp, mild winters with frequent rain and blustery days; cozy pubs and indoor events are the main attractions, locally popular.

Spring

March - May · 5-13°C (41-55°F)

Fresh, often showery, but increasingly pleasant; good for scenic drives, early walking, and fewer tourists around popular spots, locally enjoyable.

Summer

June - August · 12-20°C (54-68°F)

Cool-to-mild summers with long daylight perfect for hiking, festivals, and coastal day trips; rain remains possible but doesn't dominate much.

Best Time to Visit Tobercurry #

Climate

Tobercurry's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1420 mm/year), wettest in December.

Best Time to Visit

JuneJulyAugust

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

27°

Warmest Month

-6°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

5°

Feels Like Cold

5°C

Temperature

2° – 7°

93%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

160 mm

Rainfall

5.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.0

UV Index

Low

7.7h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

5°

Feels Like Cold

5°C

Temperature

2° – 8°

92%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

112 mm

Rainfall

5.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.1

UV Index

Low

9.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

6°

Feels Like Cold

6°C

Temperature

3° – 9°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

128 mm

Rainfall

5.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.3

UV Index

Low

11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

8°

Feels Like Cold

8°C

Temperature

4° – 12°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

79 mm

Rainfall

4.6 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.7

UV Index

Moderate

13.9h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

10°

Feels Like Cool

10°C

Temperature

6° – 15°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

86 mm

Rainfall

4.6 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.1

UV Index

High

15.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

13°

Feels Like Cool

13°C

Temperature

9° – 17°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

81 mm

Rainfall

4.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.3

UV Index

High

16.9h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

15°

Feels Like Cool

15°C

Temperature

11° – 18°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

77 mm

Rainfall

4.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.2

UV Index

High

16.4h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

10° – 18°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

105 mm

Rainfall

4.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

14.7h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

12°

Feels Like Cool

12°C

Temperature

9° – 16°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

119 mm

Rainfall

4.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.6

UV Index

Moderate

12.5h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

10°

Feels Like Cold

10°C

Temperature

6° – 13°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

154 mm

Rainfall

4.8 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.2

UV Index

Low

10.3h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

7°

Feels Like Cold

7°C

Temperature

4° – 10°

93%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

158 mm

Rainfall

4.8 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.3h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (161 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

5°

Feels Like Cold

5°C

Temperature

3° – 8°

94%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

161 mm

Rainfall

5.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.0

UV Index

Low

7.1h daylight

How to Get to Tobercurry

Tobercurry is best reached via Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) with a short onward road transfer. There is no direct rail service to the town; buses and taxis from Sligo or Knock provide the usual access.

By Air

Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC): Knock is the closest airport for Tobercurry (County Sligo). From Knock airport the drive to Tobercurry takes roughly 25-35 minutes; taxis and pre-booked transfers are available-expect fares around €30-€45 depending on time and vehicle.

Shannon Airport (SNN) / Dublin Airport (DUB): These airports are further away and typically involve a longer drive or a combination of train/bus services to reach Tobercurry. Use direct regional bus connections if arriving at these hubs, or transfer via Sligo town.

By Train & Bus

Train: Tobercurry does not have an active rail station; the nearest rail connections are in Sligo or Boyle depending on route. Trains to Sligo run from Dublin and other major Irish stations; from Sligo you continue by bus or taxi to Tobercurry.

Bus: Bus Éireann and local operators (Local Link) provide services connecting Sligo, Ballina, Knock and smaller towns including Tobercurry. Journey times from Knock airport are typically 30-50 minutes by bus; fares are modest (around €3-€8) depending on route and operator.

How to Get Around Tobercurry #

Tobercurry (Tubbercurry) is a small county town best explored on foot for short trips; central shops, cafés and services are close together. Regional bus links connect to larger towns in Sligo and County Mayo, though frequencies can be limited outside peak times. If you plan day trips around County Sligo, a car offers the most flexibility. Local taxis serve the town, but it’s sensible to agree pickup details in advance for late-evening returns.

Where to Stay in Tobercurry #

Budget

Tobercurry town - €35-90/night

Tobercurry has small hotels and B&Bs; budget travellers will find simple guesthouses and nearby chain hotels in Sligo for more options.

Sligo Park Hotel - Good budget-to-mid option in Sligo
Tobercurry B&Bs (local listings) - Several family-run B&Bs available

Mid-Range

Tobercurry / Sligo area - €60-140/night

Mid-range options are available locally and in nearby Sligo; choose Tobercurry for small-town character or Sligo for wider hotel selection.

Sligo Park Hotel - Comfortable rooms and leisure facilities
Nearby county hotels (regional) - Boutique and mid-range country hotels

Luxury

Sligo region (drive) - €120+/night

Tobercurry has no large luxury hotels; for premium stays, book manor houses or boutique country hotels in County Sligo or surrounding counties.

Regional luxury country hotels (book regionally) - Upscale country houses nearby
Specialist luxury stays (regional) - Arrange upscale farmhouses or manor stays

Where to Eat in Tobercurry #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Tobercurry's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Fish & Chips

Nightlife in Tobercurry #

Tubbercurry’s nightlife is low-key - a handful of pubs and hotel bars provide live music on some nights, but there’s no extensive club scene. Evenings are typically community-focused.

Shopping in Tobercurry #

Shopping in Tubbercurry is centred on local shops, supermarkets and craft outlets selling everyday items and local produce. For a wider retail selection, travel to Sligo town.