Bailieborough Neighbourhood Guide
Cavan
About Bailieborough
Bailieborough is a market town in east County Cavan, within the A82 routing area and close to the borders with Meath and Monaghan. It has a settled, friendly character, combining traditional town-centre streets with surrounding countryside, small farms and lakes. Everyday life is practical and community-oriented, with local shops, services, cafés and pubs in the town, while larger retail trips are commonly made to Cavan, Navan or nearby Kingscourt. Families have access to local primary and secondary education, with additional rural schools and education options in the surrounding hinterland, including Corlea National School near Kingscourt and the former Edennagully School House. Road travel is central to commuting, with the N3 and N2 providing connections towards Cavan, Dublin, Meath and Monaghan; bus services link the town with surrounding settlements, although many households rely on cars. Local leisure is centred on sports clubs, community organisations and the surrounding countryside, with fishing, walking and outdoor recreation available around the area's lakes and trails. Bailieborough Castle and its demesne are important local landmarks, while nearby towns such as Cootehill, Kingscourt, Virginia and Shercock broaden the choice of shops, services and amenities.
Property Market in Bailieborough
Based on 16 properties for sale in Bailieborough
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Bailieborough
Schools
Local post-primary school serving Bailieborough and surrounding communities with broad educational provision.
Local primary school providing mainstream education for children from Bailieborough and nearby townlands.
Historic former schoolhouse in the surrounding countryside, reflecting the area’s educational heritage.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route through the town, linking local communities with Kingscourt and Virginia.
Nearby strategic route connecting the Cavan area southwards towards Kells, Navan and Dublin.
Important regional road towards Monaghan and Ashbourne, accessible via surrounding road networks.
Bus connections serve Bailieborough and link it with nearby towns and larger centres.
Road access towards the M3 and Dublin Airport supports longer-distance commuting and travel.
Amenities
Compact centre with convenience shops, everyday services, cafés, pubs and professional businesses.
Historic local landmark and surrounding grounds offering an attractive setting for walks and recreation.
Local indoor fitness and leisure facilities supporting exercise, swimming and community activities.
Public library offering books, digital services, study space and community programming.
Visit website ↗Traditional town venues provide informal dining, coffee, conversation and evening socialising.
Large nearby lake near Virginia known for angling, waterside scenery and outdoor pursuits.
Nearby towns provide additional supermarkets, restaurants, healthcare and larger everyday shopping options.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club providing football, training and activities for local members.
Local association football club with teams and sporting activities for the community.
Community-focused organisation supporting local initiatives, facilities and area development.
Independent retailers, tradespeople, cafés and professional services support everyday local needs.
Nearby golf facility offering recreational golf in the wider east Cavan countryside.
Properties For Sale near Bailieborough
Nearby Areas
About this guide: This neighbourhood guide includes content generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence and images sourced from third-party platforms including Wikipedia. While we aim for accuracy, details such as local amenities, transport links, schools, and property data may change or contain errors. This content is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for independent verification. MyHome.ie accepts no liability for inaccuracies, omissions, or decisions made in reliance on this content.