Foxford Neighbourhood Guide
Mayo
About Foxford
Foxford is a small, welcoming town in north County Mayo, set in the Moy Valley between the Ox Mountains and Lough Conn. Its character is largely rural and community-oriented, with a compact town centre, surrounding farmland and easy access to attractive fishing, walking and countryside areas. Families are served by Foxford National School and Foxford Community College, while further education and larger secondary-school choices are available in nearby towns. The town has everyday shops and services, along with pubs, cafés and places to eat, though residents often travel to Castlebar, Ballina or Swinford for a wider range of retail, employment and leisure options. Bus Éireann services connect Foxford with Ballina, Castlebar and other regional destinations, and the nearby Foxford railway station provides trains on the Dublin–Westport/Ballina line. The N26 gives road access towards Ballina and Swinford, with Castlebar reachable via regional roads, making the area suitable for residents commuting by car. Local amenities include Foxford Woollen Mills, the Foxford Sports and Leisure Centre, the library and riverside walks, while the River Moy and nearby lakes are notable attractions for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts. Community life is active through local GAA, soccer and other clubs, with the town’s manageable scale, scenery and strong sense of place appealing to families, retirees and those seeking a quieter Mayo base.
Property Market in Foxford
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What’s in Foxford
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Foxford and surrounding rural communities.
Second-level school providing post-primary education within the town.
Established secondary school approximately twenty kilometres northwest in Ballina.
Girls’ secondary school offering post-primary education in nearby Ballina.
Primary-school option in Swinford, east of Foxford.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Station on the Dublin–Westport/Ballina railway route, with regional train connections.
Regional buses link Foxford with Ballina, Castlebar, Swinford and surrounding towns.
Main road connection towards Ballina to the northwest and Swinford to the southeast.
Regional route connecting Foxford with Castlebar and communities across central Mayo.
Amenities
Iconic local mill with retail, heritage displays, café and views over the River Moy.
Community leisure facility supporting fitness, sports and local recreational activities.
Public library offering books, digital services, events and community facilities.
Well-known riverside hotel providing accommodation, food and a local meeting place.
Compact centre provides groceries, pharmacy, services and everyday convenience shopping.
Scenic riverside surroundings popular for walking, angling and enjoying the countryside.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club with teams and activities for the surrounding community.
Community soccer club providing football activities for local players and young people.
Historic textile business and visitor attraction closely associated with the town.
Visit website ↗Volunteer group improving the town’s appearance, planting and public spaces.
Local fishing network centred on the River Moy and nearby lakes.
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