About Loughrea
Loughrea is a historic market town in east County Galway, centred on the large Loughrea Lake and serving surrounding communities including Bullaun, Craughwell, Kilchreest, Kilreekil, Kiltullagh and Kylebrack. It combines an established residential town atmosphere with a busy local service centre, and the lake, amenity areas and surrounding countryside give it a more open feel than larger urban settlements. Families have access to local primary and secondary education, while Loughrea School & Office Supplies is a useful town-centre education-related retailer. The town is well placed for commuting by road, with the M6 and M18 accessible via the wider Galway and east-Galway road network, while Bus Éireann services connect Loughrea with Galway city and other regional destinations. Everyday shopping, cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs are concentrated around the town centre, with larger retail and fuel provision available locally, including The Fuel Centre. Loughrea Lake supports walking, angling and waterside recreation, while Playground Car Park provides access to a family-oriented play and amenity area. Local landmarks include St Brendan’s Cathedral and the historic town centre, and residents also benefit from sports clubs, community organisations and nearby rural leisure facilities.
Property Market in Loughrea
Based on 28 properties for sale in Loughrea
Property types
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What’s in Loughrea
Schools
Local supplier of school materials, stationery, office products and educational essentials.
Visit website ↗Primary school serving boys and families in the Loughrea area.
Well-established secondary school providing post-primary education in Loughrea.
Local post-primary school offering secondary education and a broad student programme.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regional bus connections link Loughrea with Galway city and surrounding towns.
Major east-west route providing convenient access towards Galway, Athlone and Dublin.
Strategic motorway route accessible southwards towards Gort, Ennis and Limerick.
Local stops serve scheduled regional buses and connections towards east Galway.
Nearest main rail station, offering services towards Dublin, Athlone and Athenry.
Amenities
Scenic lake supporting walking, angling, boating and outdoor recreation near town.
Convenient parking and access point for a local children’s play area.
Recognisable local venue providing food, hospitality and space for social occasions.
Local fuel stop with convenient access for motorists and everyday purchases.
Impressive historic cathedral and one of Loughrea’s best-known architectural landmarks.
Visit website ↗Community library offering books, digital services, events and local information.
Compact centre with independent shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs and essential services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club providing football, hurling and community participation.
Community rugby club offering playing, coaching and social activities locally.
Local athletics organisation supporting training, competition and recreational running.
Represents local businesses and supports commercial activity across the town.
Established accommodation and leisure venue serving residents, visitors and local events.
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