About Dungarvan
Dungarvan in County Kilkenny is a small rural locality in the south-east of the county, close to the River Nore and within easy reach of Bennettsbridge, Thomastown, Gowran and Kilkenny city. It has a quiet, community-minded character, with scattered countryside housing, farmland and traditional village amenities rather than an urban centre of its own. Everyday shopping, cafés, pubs, banking and broader services are generally found in nearby Bennettsbridge, Thomastown or Kilkenny. Families have access to local primary-school provision, while secondary schools and further education are available in Thomastown, Kilkenny and surrounding towns. Travel is mainly car-based, with access to the N10 and regional roads providing links towards Kilkenny, Thomastown and Waterford; rail services are available from Thomastown and Kilkenny stations. Recreation is centred on the surrounding countryside, walking routes, local GAA activity and the River Nore valley, with Kilkenny city providing larger parks, leisure facilities, restaurants and cultural attractions. The area suits residents seeking a rural setting while remaining within commuting distance of Kilkenny and the neighbouring villages.
Property Market in Dungarvan
Based on 4 properties for sale in Dungarvan
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Dungarvan
Schools
Local primary-school provision serving children from Dungarvan and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving families in Bennettsbridge and the surrounding countryside.
Primary education options available in nearby Thomastown for local families.
Mixed post-primary school offering second-level education and further study options.
Several established secondary schools are available within commuting distance in Kilkenny city.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Major regional connection linking the area with Kilkenny, Thomastown and Waterford.
Road network connecting Dungarvan with Bennettsbridge, Gowran and neighbouring villages.
Nearby station providing rail services towards Kilkenny, Waterford and Dublin connections.
Mainline station offering regular services towards Dublin, Waterford and intermediate destinations.
Regional bus connections are available from nearby Thomastown, Bennettsbridge and Kilkenny.
Amenities
Nearby village shops, services and everyday conveniences for residents in the locality.
Larger nearby centre with supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, pubs and professional services.
Extensive retail, dining, cultural and civic services within straightforward driving distance.
Popular nearby café providing informal food, coffee and a relaxed meeting place.
Well-known garden centre and lifestyle destination with food and household shopping.
Scenic riverside landscape supporting walking, angling and outdoor recreation nearby.
Large historic city park offering walking, open space and landmark castle views.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games and community activity serving Dungarvan and neighbouring rural areas.
Established nearby club providing hurling, football and youth sporting opportunities.
Community sports club offering Gaelic games and activities for different age groups.
Established golf club providing an 18-hole course and clubhouse facilities near Kilkenny city.
Independent shops, cafés, trades and professional services support the wider local community.
Nearby Areas
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