About Kilbeggan
Kilbeggan is a small, historic market town in County Westmeath, positioned on the River Brosna between Tullamore and Kinnegad, with Clara, Ballinagore, Streamstown and Tyrrellspass among its nearby localities. It has a compact, established centre and a generally quiet, community-minded feel, with surrounding farmland and easy access to larger Midlands towns. Local education includes Kilbeggan National School, while secondary-school options are available in nearby towns such as Tullamore and Clara. The town is well placed for road commuting, particularly via the N6 at Kinnegad and the M6, with regional bus services providing connections towards Tullamore, Athlone and Dublin; rail travel is generally accessed from Clara or Tullamore. Everyday shopping, cafés, pubs and services are concentrated around the town centre, with larger retail and healthcare choices available in Tullamore. Kilbeggan is particularly known for Kilbeggan Distillery, while the Grand Canal and the Brosna provide nearby walking and waterside interest. Residents also benefit from local sporting and community organisations, with GAA, soccer and other activities contributing to the town’s social life.
Property Market in Kilbeggan
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What’s in Kilbeggan
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Kilbeggan and surrounding rural communities.
Mapped school grounds within Kilbeggan, associated with the locality’s educational provision.
Established secondary school option within practical driving distance for some local families.
Large mixed secondary school serving Tullamore and the wider central Midlands area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Major east-west route linking the Midlands with Dublin, Athlone and Galway.
Nearby national route providing strong connections towards Dublin and western destinations.
Regional buses connect Kilbeggan with nearby towns and wider Midlands destinations.
Nearby rail station offering Dublin–Westport/Ballina services, subject to timetable and connections.
Mainline station with regular services towards Dublin, Athlone and the west.
Amenities
Historic whiskey distillery and visitor attraction closely associated with the town.
Longstanding local racecourse hosting horse-racing meetings and community events.
Scenic canal corridor nearby, suited to walking, cycling and quiet waterside recreation.
Compact centre with convenience shopping, cafés, pubs and everyday local services.
Local library providing books, digital services, events and community facilities.
Visit website ↗Nearby larger-town centre with extensive retail, services and Midland Regional Hospital access.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local GAA club supporting Gaelic games and community participation across age groups.
Community soccer club providing football activities for local players and families.
Historic whiskey producer and major visitor attraction in the local economy.
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