About Glenealy
Glenealy is a small, rural village in County Wicklow, set between Wicklow Town and Ashford in the wooded foothills of the Wicklow Mountains. It has a quiet, community-minded feel, with homes and farms clustered around the village while larger shops and services are available a short drive away. Primary-school provision is local, while families also use secondary schools in Wicklow Town, Arklow and nearby districts. The village is well placed for commuting: Glenealy railway station provides services towards Dublin and Rosslare, and the N11/M11 corridor is readily reached via Ashford or Rathnew. Everyday shopping is limited but convenient for essentials, with broader retail, cafés, restaurants, pubs and healthcare services found in Wicklow Town, Ashford and Rathnew. Outdoor life is a major attraction, with the surrounding countryside, forest walks and easy access to the coast, while nearby landmarks include Deputy’s Pass and the Wicklow Mountains. Local life centres on the village’s community facilities and sporting organisations, including Glenealy GAA, making the area particularly appealing to households seeking space, quieter surroundings and access to towns without being far from Dublin.
Property Market in Glenealy
Based on 9 properties for sale in Glenealy
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What’s in Glenealy
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Glenealy and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary-school option serving Ashford and surrounding north Wicklow areas.
Large co-educational secondary school serving students from across the wider area.
Community secondary school offering broad education and extracurricular activities.
Established primary school option within easy reach of Glenealy by road.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Dublin–Rosslare railway station with services towards Wicklow, Bray and Dublin.
Main north–south road corridor connecting Glenealy with Dublin, Wicklow and Wexford.
Additional DART-extension and mainline connections are available from nearby Wicklow Town.
Bus connections link Glenealy with Wicklow Town, Ashford and surrounding villages.
Amenities
Convenient local stop for everyday groceries, newspapers and household essentials.
Popular nearby restaurant and bar in Laragh, known for traditional Irish dining.
Long-established fish-and-chip restaurant and takeaway in Wicklow Town.
Public library offering books, digital resources, events and community facilities.
Indoor sports and fitness facilities serving residents of Wicklow Town and hinterland.
Scenic woodland and walking area between Glenealy and Ashford, popular with walkers.
Nearby town centre with supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, pubs and services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club offering juvenile and adult sporting activities.
Local organisation supporting village events, facilities and community initiatives.
Parent-led group supporting school activities and the wider local community.
Nearby clubs provide Gaelic football, hurling and camogie opportunities across age groups.
Well-known Wicklow retail and food destination, reachable via the N11 corridor.
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