Calry Neighbourhood Guide
Sligo
About Calry
Calry is a largely rural area on the eastern side of Sligo town and around the foothills and valleys leading towards Dromahair, Ballintogher and Glencar. It has a quiet countryside character, with scattered homes, farmland and attractive views towards the Dartry Mountains, while Sligo’s town-centre services are within practical driving distance. Residents typically rely on nearby Sligo for a broad choice of primary and secondary schools, supermarkets, healthcare, cafés, restaurants and evening venues. Road travel is the main commuting option, with the R286 and other local roads linking the area towards Sligo, Dromahair and the N4; bus services are more readily available in the town and larger neighbouring settlements than in rural Calry itself. Local outings centre on the scenery, lake and mountain landscapes, with Parke’s Castle and the shores of Lough Gill among the area’s best-known attractions. For everyday leisure, Sligo offers parks, gyms, sporting clubs, cinemas and cultural venues, while villages such as Ballintogher and Dromahair provide additional community facilities and local hospitality. The setting suits residents seeking space and tranquillity without being far from Sligo’s employment, education and amenities.
Property Market in Calry
Based on 3 properties for sale in Calry
Property types
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What’s in Calry
Schools
Local primary school serving families in and around the Calry area.
Independent co-educational secondary school located close to Sligo town centre.
Well-established secondary school for boys in Sligo town.
Co-educational secondary school offering broad post-primary education in Sligo.
Regional higher-education campus offering degree, apprenticeship and professional courses.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Important regional road linking Calry and eastern Sligo with Dromahair.
Main national route providing longer-distance access eastwards and towards Sligo.
Intercity station with services connecting Sligo to Dublin and intermediate towns.
Regional and town services are available from Sligo, subject to route and timetable.
Nearby regional airport at Strandhill, useful for selected scheduled and charter flights.
Amenities
Sixteenth-century fortified house beside Lough Gill, offering walks and seasonal visitor tours.
Visit website ↗Scenic lake providing outstanding waterside views, boating opportunities and nearby walking routes.
Principal nearby hub for supermarkets, independent shops, services, cafés and restaurants.
Large sports and leisure facility providing fitness, swimming and community activities.
Public library offering books, study facilities, events and community services.
Prominent contemporary arts centre, gallery and cultural venue in Sligo.
Popular woodland and lakeside recreation area north-east of Sligo town.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Historic League of Ireland football club based at The Showgrounds in Sligo.
Established local rugby club providing playing and community activities near Sligo.
County Gaelic games organisation supporting football, hurling and community participation.
Local body promoting physical activity, sport and inclusive recreation across County Sligo.
Community venue supporting local activities, events and services near Calry’s eastern side.
Nearby Areas
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