About Turlough
Turlough is a small rural village and townland area in east County Mayo, close to Castlebar and within easy reach of Balla, Ballyvary and Breaffy. It is best known for its peaceful countryside setting, historic village character and strong links with the surrounding farming and parish community. Day-to-day life is quiet and car-dependent, with Castlebar providing the main concentration of supermarkets, shops, employment, healthcare, restaurants and secondary schools. Turlough National Museum of Ireland – Country Life is a major local landmark, set in the grounds of the former Turlough Park House and surrounded by attractive walks and gardens. Parke National School serves local families, while older pupils generally travel to schools in Castlebar or nearby towns. Road access is convenient via the N5 and regional roads, with Castlebar railway station offering rail connections towards Westport, Athlone and Dublin. Local social life centres on community and GAA activities, with pubs, cafés and a broader restaurant choice available a short drive away in Castlebar and Ballyvary.
Property Market in Turlough
Based on 5 properties for sale in Turlough
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Turlough
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Turlough and surrounding rural communities.
Visit website ↗Catholic secondary school offering post-primary education in nearby Castlebar.
Mixed community college providing secondary education and further-learning opportunities.
Established girls’ secondary school with a broad academic and extracurricular programme.
Third-level campus offering selected higher-education and professional courses locally.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route linking Turlough with Castlebar, Ballyvary and east Mayo.
Nearby station providing Irish Rail services towards Westport, Athlone and Dublin.
Regional bus connections are available from nearby Castlebar towards Mayo towns.
Useful regional road connection serving Castlebar and communities southeast of Turlough.
Amenities
Popular Turlough attraction showcasing Irish rural life, culture and traditional crafts.
Visit website ↗Scenic museum grounds with gardens, pathways and space for relaxed outdoor walks.
Local primary school and important education facility for the village community.
Visit website ↗Local cemetery serving Turlough and neighbouring parish communities.
Community playing field used for local Gaelic games and sporting activities.
Nearby hub for supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday services.
Castlebar’s major GAA venue, hosting Mayo fixtures and local sporting events.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting football, underage sport and community involvement.
Community-focused venue supporting local activities, gatherings and parish events.
Historic ecclesiastical landmark reflecting the area’s long-established settlement and parish heritage.
Prominent neighbouring club offering Gaelic games and extensive juvenile participation.
Nearby rural community venue hosting local activities, meetings and social events.
Properties For Sale near Turlough
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