About Granard
Granard is a small market town in north County Longford, positioned between Lough Gowna and the wider rural communities around Finea, Kilcogy, Ballinalee, Dring, Edgeworthstown, Coole and Lismacaffrey. It has a settled, community-minded character, with traditional streets, surrounding farmland and a generally quiet pace of life suited to families, older residents and commuters seeking more space. Local day-to-day facilities include shops, cafés, pubs and essential services, while the Health Centre provides nearby primary healthcare. Families have access to local primary and post-primary education, with further schools and services available in surrounding towns. Road travel is the main transport option, with links towards Longford, Cavan, Mullingar and Athlone; bus services provide additional connections, although commuting is generally car-dependent. Streete Parish Park and Community Centre is an important local recreational and community facility, supporting sports, events and social activities. Granard’s pubs and cafés provide informal places to meet, while nearby lakes, farmland and walking routes offer outdoor leisure. The town also has strong links with local GAA and community organisations, and its position on the N39 routing-key area makes it a practical base for exploring north Longford and neighbouring counties.
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 north Longford communities.
Community secondary school providing post-primary education close to the town centre.
Established primary school option in Longford town, accessible by road.
Post-primary school serving Longford town and the wider county area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main north-south route linking Granard with Longford, Cavan and Athlone.
Regional road serving Granard and connections towards Ballinalee and surrounding villages.
Scheduled regional buses connect Granard with nearby towns and county centres.
Nearest rail station, providing Dublin-facing services via the Sligo railway line.
Alternative nearby station with rail connections towards Dublin and the west.
Amenities
Community venue with recreational space, sports facilities and local events.
Visit website ↗Local primary healthcare facility serving Granard and nearby rural communities.
Convenient independent shops and everyday services serving the surrounding hinterland.
Traditional local venues for refreshments, conversation and informal community gatherings.
Nearby lake area popular for fishing, boating, walking and scenic countryside.
Family-friendly outdoor spaces supporting play and everyday local recreation.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club with teams and community involvement across age groups.
Community athletics club supporting running, fitness and local sporting participation.
Local organisations using the parish park and centre for activities and events.
Member-owned financial service supporting local residents, families and small businesses.
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Nearby Areas
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