About Nurney
Nurney is a small village in County Kildare, set in open agricultural countryside between Kildare Town, Athy, Kildangan and Suncroft. It has a quiet, rural character, with village homes, farms and a close-knit community atmosphere rather than the extensive services of a larger town. The Old School House is a notable local education landmark, while families generally look to nearby Kildare, Athy and surrounding villages for a broader choice of primary and secondary schools. Most everyday shopping and services are available in Kildare Town or Athy, both of which also provide cafés, restaurants, pubs, healthcare and larger supermarkets. The area is car-dependent, with straightforward road access towards the M7, Kildare Town, Athy and the wider midlands; rail commuters can use Kildare railway station. Local social life centres on village and parish activities, nearby pubs and community events, with GAA and other sporting organisations serving the surrounding district. The countryside around Nurney offers plenty of scope for walking, cycling and enjoying a quieter pace, while Dublin remains accessible for occasional commuting by road or rail.
Property Market in Nurney
Based on 5 properties for sale in Nurney
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What’s in Nurney
Schools
Historic local school building and notable landmark within Nurney village.
Local primary-school provision serving families in Nurney and surrounding rural areas.
Nearby schools provide wider primary and post-primary choices, subject to admissions.
Athy offers several established schools across primary and secondary education.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Key local route connecting Nurney with Kildare Town and surrounding villages.
Useful regional connection towards Athy, Kilmead and the wider south Kildare area.
Intercity rail services connect Kildare with Dublin, Portlaoise and other main destinations.
Nearby towns provide the area’s broader scheduled bus connections and interchange options.
Accessible motorway network supports longer-distance journeys towards Dublin and the midlands.
Amenities
Small local centre for community facilities, everyday needs and village-based services.
Provides supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and a broader service range.
Nearby traditional town centre with shops, banks, cafés, pubs and practical services.
Public library offering books, digital resources, study space and community activities.
Local gyms, pitches and recreation facilities support active family and community life.
Recognisable local attraction celebrating Ernest Shackleton and Athy’s heritage.
Informal nearby venues for drinks, conversation and occasional food or community events.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games organisation supporting local juvenile and adult participation.
Local groups help organise parish, social, fundraising and village activities.
Nearby clubs provide broader Gaelic games opportunities for children and adults.
The neighbouring town supplies trades, professional services, shops and everyday amenities.
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