About Killashee
Killashee is a small rural parish in south-west County Longford, near the shores of Lough Ree and within easy reach of Longford town, Lanesborough, Keenagh, Newtowncashel and Clondra. The area has a quiet countryside character, with scattered homes, farmland, waterways and compact village communities rather than a built-up town centre. Day-to-day living is car-dependent, although Longford provides the nearest broad range of shops, schools, healthcare and services, while Lanesborough and Keenagh offer useful local facilities. Families can access primary schooling in the surrounding villages and larger secondary-school choice in Longford town. Road connections are convenient for regional travel via the N63 and N55, with the M6 accessible from the wider area; rail services are available from Longford station. Local social life centres on parish activities, GAA and traditional pubs, with restaurants, cafés and supermarkets mainly found in Longford, Lanesborough and nearby towns. Outdoor recreation is a notable strength, including fishing, walking and boating around Lough Ree and the River Shannon, as well as amenity areas in Longford and Lanesborough. Killashee suits residents seeking a peaceful rural setting while remaining within practical driving distance of town services and commuter routes.
What’s in Killashee
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Killashee and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving families around Ballyleague and the Lough Ree area.
Primary school serving Lanesborough and neighbouring communities across the county boundary.
Longford secondary school offering post-primary education and a broad subject range.
Established secondary school in Longford town serving students from surrounding areas.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regional route linking the area with Lanesborough, Roscommon and Longford approaches.
Important north-south route connecting Longford with Athlone and Cavan.
Rail station providing Dublin Connolly and western connections on the Sligo line.
Regional bus connections are available from Longford town to surrounding destinations.
Motorway access is reachable via the Athlone area for longer-distance commuting.
Amenities
Nearest main shopping area, with supermarkets, independent retailers, banks and everyday services.
Nearby small-town centre with shops, cafés, pubs and essential local services.
Large lake offering fishing, boating, walking and scenic waterfront recreation nearby.
Well-used riverside park with paths, open space and family-friendly recreation.
Regional arts venue hosting theatre, music, comedy, film and community performances.
Public library providing books, study facilities, internet access and community events.
Municipal leisure facility offering fitness, swimming and indoor sporting amenities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting community sport and youth participation.
Nearby GAA club serving communities around Lanesborough and Ballyleague.
County-level Gaelic games training facility located near Longford town.
Traditional local pub serving the surrounding community and visitors to Lanesborough.
Local authority providing public services, planning, roads and community information.
Nearby Areas
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