About Collooney
Collooney is a village in County Sligo, around 10 kilometres south of Sligo town at the meeting point of the N4 and N17 routes. It has a practical, settled character, combining established village housing with newer residential development and easy access to the surrounding countryside. The village is convenient for commuters to Sligo, with road links towards Galway and Dublin and bus connections along the main regional routes. Collooney has local primary-school provision, while secondary schools, further education and larger shopping facilities are mainly found in Sligo town. Day-to-day needs are served by village shops, garages, pubs and cafés, with additional restaurants and services available a short drive away in Sligo, Ballisodare and nearby communities. The Owenmore River and surrounding farmland give the area a rural setting, while nearby Sligo offers larger parks, leisure facilities, cultural venues and healthcare services. Local community and sporting life is centred on clubs and groups serving Collooney and the wider parish, with Gaelic games, soccer and other activities available locally.
Property Market in Collooney
Based on 10 properties for sale in Collooney
Property types
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What’s in Collooney
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Collooney and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving families in Ballisodare and the surrounding area.
Established secondary school in Sligo town, accessible by road and public transport.
Co-educational secondary school in Sligo town with a broad academic programme.
Regional higher-education campus offering degree, apprenticeship and further-study options.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Major national route linking Collooney with Sligo, Dublin and the wider west.
Key north–south road connecting Collooney towards Galway, Tuam and Sligo.
Regional buses connect Collooney with Sligo, Galway and other surrounding towns.
Rail station on the Dublin–Sligo line, providing services towards Sligo and Dublin.
Mainline station offering regular rail services between Sligo and Dublin Connolly.
Amenities
Local garage providing motoring services and a convenient stop for nearby residents.
Village parking serving the church and central Collooney community facilities.
Small local retailers provide everyday groceries and essential household purchases.
Informal local venues provide food, refreshments and a community meeting place.
Nearby hotel offering dining, meetings and accommodation beside the River Garavogue.
Main acute hospital serving Collooney and the wider County Sligo region.
Riverside park in Sligo with walking areas and open recreational space.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting football, hurling and community participation.
Community football club providing soccer activities for local players and families.
Local venue supporting clubs, classes, meetings and community events.
Established local motoring business serving Collooney and passing traffic.
Independent shops, services and hospitality venues support everyday village life.
Properties For Sale near Collooney
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