Lanesboro Neighbourhood Guide
Longford
About Lanesboro
Lanesboro is a small, close-knit town on the River Shannon at the northern end of Lough Ree, on the Longford–Roscommon border. It has a relaxed riverside character, combining established residential streets with a working harbour, lakeside scenery and easy access to the surrounding countryside. The town is well placed for everyday family life, with primary and secondary education available locally or within a straightforward drive, while larger shopping and specialist services are found in Longford and Roscommon towns. Local commuting is mainly road-based: the N63 links Lanesboro with Longford and Roscommon, and the N5 is accessible towards Longford, although there is no railway station in the town. The centre has useful convenience shopping, cafés, pubs and restaurants, with the waterfront and harbour providing a particularly attractive setting for walks, boating and fishing. Lough Ree and the River Shannon support a strong outdoor leisure culture, including angling, water sports and lakeside activities. Residents also benefit from community facilities, local sporting organisations and nearby attractions such as Corlea Trackway and Clonmacnoise within the wider region.
Property Market in Lanesboro
Based on 3 properties for sale in Lanesboro
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Lanesboro
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Lanesboro and surrounding rural communities.
Mixed post-primary school offering education and a broad range of subjects.
Long-established secondary school serving students from across County Longford.
Nearby primary school serving families on the Roscommon side of the Shannon.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road connecting Lanesboro with Longford, Roscommon and surrounding towns.
Regional bus connections link Lanesboro with Longford, Roscommon and nearby communities.
Nearest railway station, providing Dublin–Westport and wider regional rail connections.
Important east–west route accessible via Longford for longer-distance commuting and travel.
Amenities
Scenic Shannon waterfront popular for walking, boating, fishing and summer activity.
Local library providing books, digital services, community resources and occasional events.
Convenient local supermarket for groceries, household essentials and everyday shopping.
Traditional local pub offering drinks, conversation and a familiar community atmosphere.
Venue supporting local groups, activities, meetings and community-based events.
Large nearby lake offering fishing, boating, waterside scenery and outdoor recreation.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club providing football, juvenile and community sporting activities.
Community swimming organisation supporting training and aquatic activities locally.
Local fishing club connected with the Shannon and Lough Ree waters.
Volunteer-led organisation supporting local projects, events and town improvement initiatives.
Waterfront boating facility serving visitors and recreational users on the Shannon.
Nearby Areas
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