Knockmore Neighbourhood Guide
Mayo
About Knockmore
Knockmore is a rural locality in north County Mayo, close to Ballina and the eastern shore of Lough Conn, with the wider area shaped by farmland, lakes, upland scenery and small village communities. It is a quiet, dispersed place to live, suited to residents who value space and countryside while remaining within reach of Ballina’s shops, schools, healthcare and employment. Primary-school provision is found in nearby rural communities, while secondary schools and further education are concentrated mainly in Ballina and Crossmolina. Ballina is the principal service town, providing supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs, sports facilities and essential services; Crossmolina also offers a smaller selection of local amenities. Road transport is central to daily life, with the N59 and regional roads linking Knockmore towards Ballina, Crossmolina, Foxford and surrounding villages, while Ballina railway station provides connections towards Manulla Junction and onward to Dublin. Outdoor recreation is a major attraction, including walking, fishing and waterside activities around Lough Conn and the Nephin-area landscape. Local life is supported by GAA clubs, community organisations and businesses in Knockmore, Ballina and neighbouring parishes, giving the area a strong rural and community-oriented character.
Property Market in Knockmore
Based on 8 properties for sale in Knockmore
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Knockmore
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Knockmore and surrounding rural communities.
Catholic secondary school offering post-primary education for boys in Ballina.
Girls’ secondary school providing broad post-primary education and extracurricular activities.
Established co-educational secondary school serving Crossmolina and the wider north Mayo area.
Co-educational post-primary school serving communities along north Mayo’s coastal hinterland.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Key north Mayo route connecting Ballina with Crossmolina, Sligo and nearby communities.
Mainline station offering services via Manulla Junction towards Castlebar and Dublin.
Regional and intercity buses connect Ballina with Castlebar, Galway, Sligo and Dublin.
Local and regional routes provide access to shops, services and employment in Ballina.
Rural road network links Knockmore with neighbouring villages and the N26 corridor.
Amenities
Scenic lake supporting fishing, waterside recreation and attractive views across north Mayo.
Riverside woodland with walking trails, historic features and family-friendly outdoor space.
Main local retail area with supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, banks and services.
Popular Ballina venue combining traditional pub atmosphere with food and drinks.
Central Ballina restaurant and bar known for casual dining and evening hospitality.
Venue hosting exhibitions, performances, workshops and cultural events throughout the year.
Local facility offering fitness, swimming and indoor recreational activities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club serving Knockmore and surrounding north Mayo communities.
Prominent Ballina club with Gaelic football teams and strong local participation.
Athletics club offering training and competition opportunities for different age groups.
Important cultural organisation providing events, classes and creative activities locally.
Local heritage resource interpreting north Mayo history, genealogy and community traditions.
Properties For Sale near Knockmore
Nearby Areas
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