About Knock
Knock is a small, predominantly rural village in County Mayo, best known internationally as the site of Knock Shrine and its associated pilgrimage facilities. The village has a peaceful, community-oriented character, with open countryside around it and larger service centres such as Claremorris, Ballyhaunis and Kiltimagh within practical driving distance. Local life is shaped by the shrine, which brings seasonal visitors, as well as farming, village businesses and strong sporting and community activity. Families have access to primary education locally, with a broader choice of secondary schools and services available in Claremorris, Ballyhaunis and other nearby towns. Road travel is the main commuting option, with the N17 providing access towards Galway and Sligo and connections to the N60 and N83 serving surrounding Mayo and east Galway. Ireland West Airport Knock is nearby, while rail services can be reached at Claremorris, Ballyhaunis or the airport station depending on the journey. Knock has a modest local offering of shops, cafés and pubs, while more extensive supermarkets, restaurants, healthcare and retail are found in Claremorris and Ballyhaunis. The village’s principal landmark is Knock Shrine, complemented by the Connacht GAA Centre of Excellence and the surrounding countryside, which provides a quiet setting for walking, family life and community sport.
Property Market in Knock
Based on 27 properties for sale in Knock
Property types
Bedrooms
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What’s in Knock
Schools
Co-educational secondary school providing broad post-primary education in nearby Claremorris.
Mixed secondary school offering post-primary education and extracurricular activities nearby.
Gaelscoil-style primary education option within the wider surrounding area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main north–south route linking Knock with Claremorris, Galway, Sligo and surrounding towns.
Regional national route connecting Claremorris with Roscommon and central County Mayo.
Regional airport near Knock offering scheduled and seasonal flights from the west of Ireland.
Mainline station providing rail services towards Galway, Westport, Dublin and other destinations.
Local and interurban buses serve the village and connect with nearby Mayo towns.
Amenities
Major Marian pilgrimage site with basilica, grounds, museum and visitor facilities.
Visit website ↗Regional GAA training and development complex serving clubs and county teams.
Visitor museum interpreting the history and significance of the Knock apparition.
Visit website ↗Distinctive covered basilica forming the focal point of the shrine complex.
Established hotel beside the shrine offering accommodation, meals and visitor services.
Small local hospitality scene serving residents, pilgrims and passing visitors.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club providing juvenile and adult sporting participation.
Major local employer and community presence supporting religious tourism and pilgrimage services.
Visit website ↗Regional Gaelic games organisation operating its Centre of Excellence near Knock.
Commercial area associated with Ireland West Airport and nearby employment activity.
Properties For Sale near Knock
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