About Newport
Newport is a small, attractive town in north-west County Mayo, positioned on the shores of Clew Bay between Westport and Mulranny, with routes north towards Achill and east towards Castlebar and Lahardane. It has a distinctly local, community-minded character, combining traditional town-centre streets with surrounding countryside, woodland, lakes and dramatic coastal scenery. Day-to-day life is relatively peaceful and outdoors-focused, with the Great Western Greenway passing through the town and opportunities for walking, cycling, fishing, boating and exploring nearby beaches and hills. Newport National School serves younger children locally, while second-level pupils generally travel to Westport, Castlebar or other nearby towns for a wider choice of schools. Bus Éireann services connect Newport with Westport, Castlebar, Mulranny and Achill, while the N59 provides the main road links; Westport railway station is the nearest rail connection for longer journeys. The town has useful everyday shopping, cafés, pubs and places to eat, although residents often travel to Westport or Castlebar for major retail, professional services and broader dining choice. Local landmarks and amenities include Newport Church, Newport House and the historic seven-arched bridge, while the surrounding area offers easy access to Croagh Patrick, Ballycroy National Park and Clew Bay. The atmosphere is particularly suited to people seeking a close-knit base with strong access to Mayo’s west-coast landscape rather than a large urban centre.
Property Market in Newport
Based on 27 properties for sale in Newport
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What’s in Newport
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Newport and surrounding rural communities.
Well-established secondary school in nearby Westport, offering broad post-primary education.
Co-educational secondary school serving Westport and the wider surrounding area.
Long-established post-primary school in Castlebar, reachable by road and bus connections.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road linking Newport with Westport, Mulranny, Castlebar and northern Mayo.
Scheduled buses connect Newport with Westport, Castlebar, Mulranny and Achill.
Popular traffic-free route through Newport towards Westport and Achill.
Nearest rail station, providing services towards Castlebar, Athlone and Dublin.
Regional airport approximately an hour and a quarter away by road, traffic permitting.
Amenities
Traditional Newport pub offering a local meeting place and occasional live entertainment.
Historic-style local venue associated with traditional food, drinks and community atmosphere.
Historic estate and notable local landmark overlooking the town and surrounding landscape.
Local library providing books, internet access and community information services.
Family-friendly outdoor spaces near the town centre and the Newport River.
Small-town retailers provide groceries, household essentials and everyday local services.
Convenient town access to cycling and walking along the former railway line.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club with strong involvement across juvenile and adult teams.
Local association football club supporting youth and adult participation.
Local organisation supporting community facilities, projects and area development.
Historic hospitality venue and an important landmark within the town.
Outdoor activities and equipment supporting exploration of Clew Bay and nearby countryside.
Properties For Sale near Newport
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