Drumlish Neighbourhood Guide

Longford

About Drumlish

Drumlish is a small, close-knit village in north County Longford, roughly between Longford town and the Cavan border, with a predominantly rural and residential character. The village centre provides everyday services and a sociable community atmosphere, while surrounding townlands offer a quieter countryside setting and relatively easy access to larger settlements. Families have local primary-school provision nearby, including St Teresa’s National School in Killoe, with a wider choice of secondary schools and services available in Longford town. Driving is the main way to commute, with the N4 and N55 providing useful regional connections, while regular bus services link the village and surrounding area with Longford and other destinations. Local life centres on village shops, pubs, cafés and community facilities, with larger supermarkets, healthcare services and additional dining available in Longford. Outdoor recreation is well represented by Gaelic games and other community sports, and the wider area offers attractive walking and countryside routes. Drumlish suits residents looking for village living, strong local connections and access to the amenities of Longford without being in a busy urban environment.

Property Market in Drumlish

Based on 11 properties for sale in Drumlish

€269,000
Median asking price
avg €284,556
€125k – €569k
Price range
3
Avg bedrooms
2
Avg bathrooms
177 m²
Avg floor area
C
Most common BER
7
New listings
last 3 months

Property types

6 (55%)
2 (18%)
Site2 (18%)
1 (9%)

Bedrooms

2 bed2 (22%)
3 bed3 (33%)
4 bed3 (33%)
5+ bed1 (11%)

New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.

What’s in Drumlish

Schools

primary

Nearby primary school serving children from Killoe and surrounding north Longford communities.

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primary

Local primary education option serving Drumlish and neighbouring rural areas.

secondary

Longford secondary school offering a broad post-primary curriculum and student facilities.

secondary

Established secondary school for girls in Longford town, serving surrounding communities.

road

Regional road connecting Drumlish with Longford, Cavan and surrounding north Midlands areas.

road

Major national route providing onward connections towards Dublin, Sligo and the west.

bus

Regional buses connect Drumlish and nearby villages with Longford and other destinations.

rail

Mainline station offering Dublin-Sligo rail services, reached by road from Drumlish.

road

Nearby transport and service hub with bus connections, rail access and essential amenities.

Amenities

shopping

Convenient local shops and everyday services serving residents across the surrounding rural hinterland.

hospitality

Traditional local venues provide informal dining, refreshments and a friendly village social scene.

shopping

Broader choice of supermarkets, independent shops, banks and everyday commercial services nearby.

library

Public library providing books, digital access, events and community learning facilities.

leisure centre

Indoor leisure facilities supporting swimming, fitness and recreational activities for residents.

theatre

Regional arts venue hosting theatre, music, comedy, cinema and community performances.

landmark

Prominent historic cathedral and architectural landmark in Longford town centre.

Local Clubs & Businesses

sports club

Local Gaelic games club central to sporting and community life in Drumlish.

community group

Venue for local activities, meetings, classes and community events throughout the year.

sports club

Nearby Gaelic games club serving the Killoe area and surrounding north Longford communities.

business

Independent retailers, professional services and hospitality businesses support the wider area.

Nearby Areas

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