About Borris-in-ossory
Borris-in-Ossory is a small, historic village in north-west County Laois, close to the Tipperary border and within easy reach of Roscrea, Abbeyleix and Portlaoise. It has a quiet, rural character, with traditional streetscapes, surrounding farmland and the Slieve Bloom Mountains providing a scenic backdrop nearby. Day-to-day life is centred on the village’s local shops, services, pubs and community facilities, while larger supermarkets, retail parks and broader services are available in Roscrea and Portlaoise. Families are served locally by primary-school provision, with secondary schools and further education generally accessed in nearby towns. Road connections are convenient via the N7 and M7 corridor, making commuting towards Dublin, Limerick, Nenagh and Portlaoise practical by car; nearby rail and bus options add alternatives. Local social life includes traditional pubs, cafés, sporting activity and community events, while the surrounding countryside offers walking, cycling and outdoor recreation. The village’s proximity to Coolrain, Clareen, Ballybrophy and Roscrea gives residents a choice of rural amenities without losing the advantages of a close-knit settlement.
Property Market in Borris-in-ossory
Based on 3 properties for sale in Borris-in-ossory
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Borris-in-ossory
Schools
Local primary school serving children from the village and surrounding rural communities.
Independent boarding and day secondary school located a short drive from Borris-in-Ossory.
Nearby post-primary option serving families across the north Tipperary and Laois border area.
Established primary-school provision in nearby Roscrea, serving the local town area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Major regional route linking Borris-in-Ossory with Roscrea, Nenagh and Limerick.
Accessible motorway connection for longer-distance travel towards Dublin, Limerick and surrounding towns.
Nearby station providing mainline services towards Dublin Heuston, Limerick and other destinations.
Bus connections link the village and surrounding communities with Roscrea and nearby towns.
Amenities
Convenient local shops, everyday services and community facilities along the village streets.
Traditional village venues provide informal meals, drinks and sociable community meeting places.
Venue for local activities, meetings, classes and community events throughout the year.
Family-friendly outdoor facilities supporting play and informal recreation within the village.
Nearby mountain landscape offering walking, cycling, forestry trails and scenic countryside outings.
Nearby town provides supermarkets, pharmacies, medical services, restaurants and broader retail choice.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting football, hurling and community-based juvenile activities.
Volunteer-led organisations help organise events, activities and services for local residents.
Local communities support heritage, transport and social activity around the nearby railway area.
Independent traders provide groceries, services and everyday essentials for surrounding households.
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.