About Crossakiel
Crossakiel is a small rural village in County Meath, in the A82 area between Kells, Oldcastle and Virginia, with the wider countryside defining its character. It is primarily a quiet, close-knit residential and farming community, suited to people who value space and a slower pace rather than extensive village services. Day-to-day shopping and larger selections of cafés, restaurants and professional services are generally found in nearby Kells, Virginia, Oldcastle and Mullingar. Local social life centres on community activity and traditional rural hospitality, with pubs and food options available in surrounding villages and towns rather than a dense centre in Crossakiel itself. Road transport is the main commuting option, with access to regional roads connecting towards the M3, N3 and N52, while bus services are more limited than in larger Meath settlements. Families have local and nearby educational choices, including The Old School House and schools in surrounding towns, although secondary-school commuting may be required. Kings Park provides a nearby named amenity, while the surrounding countryside offers walking, cycling and access to GAA and other community-based recreation. Kells, Oldcastle and Virginia are practical hubs for supermarkets, healthcare, banking and leisure, while Dublin commuting is possible by road but represents a substantial journey.
What’s in Crossakiel
Schools
A historic local school building reflecting Crossakiel’s rural educational heritage and community character.
Established primary school serving families in Kells and the surrounding north Meath countryside.
Mixed post-primary school providing secondary education for students from nearby rural areas.
Post-primary school in nearby Virginia, offering education across a broad rural catchment.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Important regional route linking Crossakiel with Kells, Oldcastle and surrounding villages.
Strategic road connection towards Delvin, Mullingar, Dundalk and the wider Midlands.
Main Dublin-facing motorway accessed via Kells, supporting longer-distance commuting.
Nearby town bus connections provide regional travel, though village services are limited.
Nearest practical mainline rail option, with Dublin and Galway direction services.
Amenities
Nearby named green amenity providing open space and an outdoor setting locally.
Nearby service hub with supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, pubs and essential services.
Convenient neighbouring town offering retail, dining, banking and everyday facilities.
Local market town with shops, pubs, cafés, services and community amenities.
Scenic lake near Virginia offering attractive countryside views and outdoor recreation nearby.
Nearby primary healthcare provision serving residents across the surrounding rural area.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local groups help maintain village events, social connections and community facilities.
Prominent Gaelic games club providing football, hurling and community sporting activity nearby.
Established nearby club offering Gaelic games and youth participation across the area.
Regional rugby club providing organised sport and community involvement near Virginia.
Small rural enterprises and services support the village and surrounding farming community.
Nearby Areas
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