Newtownforbes Neighbourhood Guide
Longford
About Newtownforbes
Newtownforbes is a small, established village in north County Longford, around five kilometres north-west of Longford town on the N4 corridor towards Sligo. It has a rural, community-oriented character, with village homes, surrounding farmland and convenient access to the larger services of Longford. Day-to-day life centres on local shops, pubs and community facilities, while families benefit from primary schooling in the village and a broader choice of secondary schools in Longford town. The N4 provides straightforward road access, and Longford railway station is the principal rail option for longer-distance commuting towards Dublin and Sligo. Local amenities include village retail and hospitality, while nearby Longford offers supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, healthcare, leisure facilities and additional services. The River Shannon and Lough Ree area are within reach for boating, fishing and outdoor recreation, and the wider locality has strong links with Gaelic games and community activities. Newtownforbes suits residents seeking a quieter village setting without being far from Longford’s employment, education and transport facilities.
Property Market in Newtownforbes
Based on 10 properties for sale in Newtownforbes
Property types
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What’s in Newtownforbes
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Newtownforbes and surrounding rural communities.
Established primary school option available in nearby Longford town.
Longford town secondary school offering post-primary education and further-study pathways.
Well-known Longford secondary school serving students from the surrounding area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road linking Newtownforbes with Longford, Carrick-on-Shannon and Sligo.
Nearby station with Dublin Connolly and Sligo rail services on the Dublin–Sligo line.
Regional and intercity bus connections are available from nearby Longford town.
Convenient local access towards Drumlish, Ballinamuck, Clondra and surrounding villages.
Amenities
Local convenience retail and everyday services within the village.
Traditional village pub providing a familiar local meeting place.
Nearby town centre with supermarkets, banks, cafés, restaurants and independent shops.
Public library offering books, study space, events and community services.
Municipal leisure facility with fitness, swimming and indoor activity provision.
Historic estate and gardens within driving distance, offering walks and visitor attractions.
Nearby town provides GP, pharmacy, dental and wider medical services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting football, underage sport and community participation.
Venue for local activities, meetings, classes and community events.
Village school closely connected with local families and community life.
Nearby Longford provides additional Gaelic games clubs, pitches and sporting facilities.
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