About Tarmonbarry
Tarmonbarry is a small village in County Roscommon on the River Shannon, close to the county boundary and the neighbouring communities of Ballyleague, Scramoge and Whitehall. Its character is rural and waterside, with a strong connection to boating, fishing and the Shannon navigation, while everyday life remains centred on a compact village community. The village has local primary-school provision, with secondary schools and a wider range of services available in nearby towns such as Lanesborough and Longford. The N5 provides an important road connection towards Longford and eastwards towards Roscommon, while the N63 links the area with Lanesborough and surrounding villages; most residents rely on cars for commuting. Tarmonbarry has local pubs, small shops and places to eat, supplemented by supermarkets, cafés and professional services in Lanesborough and Longford. The canal and river setting brings walking, boating and angling opportunities, and the nearby Richmond Harbour is a notable local landmark. Community and sporting life are important, with Gaelic games and other activities organised locally and in neighbouring parishes.
Property Market in Tarmonbarry
Based on 2 properties for sale in Tarmonbarry
Property types
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What’s in Tarmonbarry
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Tarmonbarry and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving families in Lanesborough and the surrounding area.
Co-educational secondary school reachable by road from the wider district.
Longford secondary school offering a broad range of academic and practical subjects.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road connection towards Longford, Roscommon and the wider west-midlands network.
Regional connection linking Tarmonbarry with Lanesborough and nearby settlements.
Nearest mainline station, with Dublin–Sligo services and onward regional connections.
Regional bus links are available through nearby Longford and Lanesborough.
Important recreational water route for cruisers, boats, anglers and waterside activities.
Amenities
Picturesque Shannon-side harbour and canal junction popular with walkers and boat users.
Well-known local pub and restaurant in nearby Abbeyshrule, serving food and drinks.
Nearby centre providing supermarkets, cafés, pubs, pharmacies and everyday local services.
Larger nearby retail and services hub with supermarkets, restaurants and professional businesses.
Scenic walking and cycling route accessible from the wider Longford and Shannon region.
Large nearby lake offering boating, angling and other water-based recreational opportunities.
Informal meeting places for residents, visitors and people using the Shannon waterways.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting football, community activity and youth participation.
Venue for local meetings, classes, social events and community activities.
Waterway-focused services supporting boating, mooring, fishing and visiting Shannon users.
Nearby shops and service providers supplying many everyday needs for residents.
Nearby Areas
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