About Granard
Granard is a small market town in north County Longford, positioned between Lough Gowna and the wider Midlands countryside, with nearby communities including Finea, Kilcogy, Ballinalee, Dring, Edgeworthstown, Coole and Lismacaffrey. It has a settled, community-oriented character, combining traditional town-centre services with surrounding farms, villages and low-density housing. Families have access to local primary education and nearby secondary schools, while Edgeworthstown and larger Midlands towns provide additional services and employment options. Daily shopping, cafés, pubs and essential services are centred around the town, with the Health Centre serving local healthcare needs. Streete Parish Park and Community Centre is a notable nearby venue for recreation, community activities and local events. Road travel is the main transport option, with regional bus services and connections towards Longford, Cavan, Mullingar and other surrounding towns; commuting generally depends on a car. Local GAA, community and voluntary organisations contribute strongly to the area’s social life, while the surrounding lakes, rivers and countryside offer walking, fishing and outdoor leisure opportunities.
Property Market in Granard
Based on 4 properties for sale in Granard
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Granard
Schools
Local primary school serving Granard and surrounding rural communities.
Mixed secondary school providing post-primary education within the town.
Nearby primary school serving children from Lough Gowna and surrounding areas.
Local post-primary education option serving north Longford communities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regional services connect Granard with surrounding towns and rural communities.
Key north-south route linking Granard with Cavan, Longford and Athlone.
Regional road serving Granard and connections towards Ballinalee and Longford.
Nearest railway station, providing Dublin–Sligo line services via Longford.
Further rail option with services towards Dublin Connolly and Sligo.
Amenities
Nearby recreation and community venue hosting activities, events and local gatherings.
Visit website ↗Local primary healthcare facility serving Granard and neighbouring rural communities.
Convenient local services include groceries, everyday retail and independent businesses.
Traditional town venues provide informal dining, refreshments and community socialising.
Local outdoor spaces support children’s play, exercise and family activities.
Nearby lake area popular for fishing, boating, walking and countryside recreation.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting adult, juvenile and community sporting activities.
Community venue supporting local clubs, activities, meetings and parish events.
Local shops, trades and services form an important part of everyday town life.
Active local groups help organise events, fundraising, sport and social activities.
Nearby Areas
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