Tara Hill Neighbourhood Guide
Wexford
About Tara Hill
Tara Hill is a rural, upland locality in north County Wexford, centred on the distinctive Tara Hill and lying close to Castletown, Ballymoney and the larger town of Gorey. The area has a peaceful countryside character, with scattered homes, farmland, woodland and attractive views towards the coast and surrounding north Wexford. It suits residents seeking space and quiet while remaining within practical reach of Gorey for shopping, schools, services and commuting. Tara Hill National School serves the local community, while older pupils generally travel to secondary schools in Gorey and nearby towns. Road transport is essential: the R742 and local roads connect the area with Gorey, Castletown and the coastal settlements, while Gorey railway station provides Dublin–Wexford rail services for longer-distance commuters. Everyday shopping and dining are concentrated in Gorey, with cafés, pubs, restaurants, supermarkets and professional services, while Ballymoney and Courtown offer additional coastal leisure options. Residents have easy access to Tara Hill walks and viewpoints, beaches around Ballymoney and Courtown, and the wider amenities of Gorey, including sports clubs, gyms and community facilities.
Property Market in Tara Hill
Based on 7 properties for sale in Tara Hill
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Tara Hill
Schools
Local landmark serving Tara Hill National School and its surrounding rural community.
Educate Together primary school in Gorey, serving families across the wider area.
Established primary school located in Gorey town, within convenient driving distance.
Large co-educational secondary school offering broad academic and practical programmes.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Important north Wexford route linking Gorey with Castletown and coastal communities.
Mainline station providing Dublin, Wexford and Rosslare train connections.
Regional bus connections serving Gorey and destinations along the east coast.
Fast road connection north towards Dublin and south towards Wexford and Rosslare.
Amenities
Local hill with wooded trails, rural scenery and notable views across north Wexford.
Popular sandy beach offering coastal walks and sea swimming near Ballymoney.
Nearby coastal destination with harbour walks, beach access and seasonal activities.
Convenient town-centre retail destination with shops and everyday services.
Public library providing books, digital access, events and community facilities.
Historic town venue hosting cultural events, performances and community activities.
Local fitness and leisure facility serving Gorey and surrounding communities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Important local school and community focal point in the Tara Hill area.
Established rugby club providing juvenile and adult sport near Gorey.
Local Gaelic games club with teams and facilities for various age groups.
Coastal golf club offering an established course near Courtown and Ballymoney.
Concentration of independent shops, cafés, pubs, restaurants and professional services nearby.
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