Knockmore Neighbourhood Guide
Mayo
About Knockmore
Knockmore is a rural locality in north County Mayo, close to the shores of Lough Conn and within easy reach of Ballina, Crossmolina and Foxford. The area has a quiet, countryside character, with scattered homes, farmland and mountain-and-lake scenery rather than a compact village centre. Residents generally rely on nearby towns for larger-scale shopping, secondary education, healthcare and everyday services, while local community facilities and rural schools support day-to-day life. Ballina provides the broadest choice of supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs, banks and professional services, while Crossmolina is a convenient smaller service town. Road travel is the main transport option, with the N26 and N59 providing connections towards Ballina, Foxford, Castlebar and Sligo; rail services are available from Ballina and Foxford. Outdoor life is a major attraction, with fishing, walking and waterside recreation around Lough Conn and the surrounding Nephin and Ox Mountains landscape. Local GAA activity and community events are important social anchors, and the area suits people seeking a peaceful rural setting while remaining within commuting distance of larger north Mayo towns.
Property Market in Knockmore
Based on 9 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.
Primary education option in nearby Crossmolina, serving the town and surrounding hinterland.
Catholic secondary school in Ballina offering post-primary education for boys.
Established post-primary school serving students across the wider north Mayo area.
Post-primary school in Ballina providing education for students from surrounding communities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road connection from Ballina towards Foxford, Swinford and destinations east.
Key north Mayo route linking Ballina with Crossmolina, Bangor and Sligo.
Rail terminus offering services towards Manulla Junction and onward Dublin connections.
Nearby station on the Mayo rail line, with services towards Manulla Junction.
Regional bus connections from Ballina serve Mayo, Sligo and surrounding towns.
Amenities
Large scenic lake noted for salmon and trout fishing, boating and waterside views.
Extensive riverside woodland offering walking trails, picnic areas and family recreation.
Nearby commercial centre with supermarkets, independent retailers, cafés, pubs and essential services.
Cultural venue presenting exhibitions, performances, workshops and community arts programming.
Public sports facility with fitness, aquatic and indoor recreation provision.
Local hospital providing healthcare services for residents across north Mayo.
Popular Ballina venue combining food, drinks and a lively town-centre atmosphere.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club with teams and community involvement across age groups.
Prominent Ballina club supporting Gaelic football and local sporting participation.
Established nearby Gaelic games club serving Crossmolina and surrounding communities.
Local soccer club providing juvenile and adult football opportunities in Ballina.
Represents local businesses and supports commercial activity in the Ballina area.
Properties For Sale near Knockmore
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