Welcome to the Sligo Folk Park in Riverstown, County Sligo
Sligo Folk Park is located in the beautiful village of Riverstown, County Sligo. This community based attraction provides a true experience of rural life and Irish heritage at the turn of the 19th Century. The Folk Park is set in the grounds of the authentically restored Millview House, which was originally built in 1873 by George Reid a farmer, shoemaker and the local church sexton. Stroll around the park and visit the wonderful museum and evocative exhibition hall which houses one of Ireland’s finest collections of rural history and agricultural artefacts.
Catering to all ages and group sizes, Sligo Folk Park has something for everyone. With a vast array of different exhibits and 6 acres of mature, landscaped gardens, a visit to Sligo Folk Park is the trip down memory lane everyone can enjoy. We are located 15 minutes from Sligo Town and from Boyle in County Roscommon.
SELF GUIDED TOUR & AUDIO GUIDE
Catering to all ages and group sizes, Sligo Folk Park has something for everyone. With a vast array of different exhibits and 6 acres of mature, landscaped gardens, a visit to Sligo Folk Park is the trip down memory lane everyone can enjoy. We are located 15 minutes from Sligo Town and from Boyle in County Roscommon.
Self Guided Audio Tour
- Adult €10
- Children aged 4 to 16 years €5*
- Family of 4 €25.00
*Children under 4 go free.
**Children under four are not included when calculating the family rate. There is a charge of €5 for every additional child between the age of four and sixteen years.
OUR EVENTS
We are delighted to host a variety of events down through the years from our annual Santatown to our famous Halloween “Scare in the Park”.
We also have a host of new events for the little kids to enjoy on our 6 acre site. From our Easter Egg Hunt, Pirates and Fairies fun day to our Teddy Bears Picnic these are guaranteed to be a fun filled day for the whole family.
As pre-booking is necessary we would advise to book tickets in advance as there are limited spaces available only.
Sligo Folk Park: Self Guided Tour & Audio Guide
Latest News & Events
Santa at the Folk Park!
For the last two weekends we have been busy hosting some very special guests. Santa himself, joined by his elves and Mrs Claus, has been visiting the Folk Park to see the children for Christmas. Many families attended the event and Santa was thrilled to meet so many children [...]
Join the Friends of Sligo Folk Park
For just €25, you can become a Friend of Sligo Folk Park. Your FOSFP card will provide free entry to the Folk Park for you and your direct family members for twelve months. More than that, you will gain the satisfaction of knowing you are helping a community-run project to continue providing a much needed historical and cultural hub in the heart of beautiful Riverstown. You can purchase your card online now or at reception. T&C Apply.
OUR OPENING TIMES
MONDAY – SATURDAY
10am – 5pm
Sunday & Bank Holidays
12noon – 5pm
