Kilmurry Neighbourhood Guide
Clare
About Kilmurry
Kilmurry is a small rural locality in east County Clare, set within the countryside between Kilkishen, Newmarket-on-Fergus, Quin and Sixmilebridge. It has a quiet, community-oriented character, with scattered homes, farmland and easy access to the larger villages and towns that provide most everyday services. Schooling is generally accessed in nearby settlements, including primary provision around the surrounding villages and secondary schools in larger centres such as Ennis, Shannon or Scariff, depending on the family’s preferred school. Road travel is the main transport option: the locality is well placed for the R471 and regional roads towards Ennis, Shannon, Limerick and the east Clare villages, while Sixmilebridge railway station offers a useful rail connection for some commuters. Nearby Newmarket-on-Fergus, Sixmilebridge and Quin provide local shops, cafés, pubs and community facilities, with larger retail, healthcare and leisure choices available in Shannon and Ennis. The area suits residents seeking a countryside setting while remaining within practical driving distance of Shannon Airport, employment areas and the N18/M18 corridor. Local life is centred on GAA, parish and community activities, with nearby historic landmarks including Quin Abbey and Knappogue Castle adding to the area’s rural Clare character.
Property Market in Kilmurry
Based on 4 properties for sale in Kilmurry
Property types
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What’s in Kilmurry
Schools
Local primary-school provision serving families in and around the Kilmurry area.
Primary school serving Sixmilebridge and surrounding rural communities west of Kilmurry.
Local primary education option serving Newmarket-on-Fergus and nearby townlands.
Large mixed secondary school offering broad post-primary education in nearby Shannon.
Established secondary school in Ennis, accessible by road from the locality.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Important regional route linking the surrounding villages with Shannon and Ennis connections.
Nearby motorway access supports commuting towards Limerick, Galway and wider Clare.
Local station providing rail services towards Limerick, Ennis and other connected destinations.
Regional bus routes operate through nearby settlements, particularly Shannon, Ennis and Sixmilebridge.
International airport nearby, useful for regional, UK, European and transatlantic travel.
Amenities
Nearby village services include shops, pubs, cafés and everyday convenience facilities.
Local centre providing convenience shopping, hospitality and community services within short driving distance.
Historic village with medieval abbey ruins, local hospitality and a strong heritage setting.
Restored medieval castle and gardens near Quin, hosting heritage and cultural events.
Swimming, fitness and sports facilities serving residents across the wider Shannon area.
Major acute hospital accessible by road for regional specialist healthcare services.
Larger nearby centre with supermarkets, independent shops, restaurants, cafés and professional services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult football and hurling activities.
Established local club with strong hurling, football and community participation.
Nearby Gaelic games organisation serving players and families around Newmarket-on-Fergus.
Local groups support social events, parish activities and community life in rural surroundings.
Independent shops, pubs, cafés and services provide convenient day-to-day local trading.
Nearby Areas
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