Glen Of The Downs Neighbourhood Guide
Wicklow
About Glen Of The Downs
Glen of the Downs is a small, scenic locality in County Wicklow, centred on the wooded Glen of the Downs nature reserve and the N11 corridor between Delgany and Kilmacanogue. It has a rural, green character, with detached homes and countryside surroundings rather than a traditional town centre. Daily life is closely connected to nearby Delgany, Greystones and Kilmacanogue for schools, shopping, cafés, restaurants and services. Schoolhouse is a notable local education reference, while families also use schools in Delgany, Greystones and the wider north Wicklow area. The N11 provides the main commuting route towards Dublin and south Wicklow, with nearby bus services and rail connections at Greystones and Kilcoole. Local amenities include the Glen of the Downs walking trails and golf facilities, while pubs, cafés and restaurants are concentrated in Delgany, Kilmacanogue and Greystones. The area suits residents seeking countryside access and a quieter setting while remaining within practical reach of the coast, employment centres and larger town services.
Property Market in Glen Of The Downs
Based on 5 properties for sale in Glen Of The Downs
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Glen Of The Downs
Schools
Local education reference serving the Glen of the Downs area and surrounding communities.
Established primary school serving children from Delgany and nearby north Wicklow communities.
Primary school option in nearby Greystones, accessible from Glen of the Downs.
Co-educational secondary school in Greystones serving the wider local area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Major north-south road linking Glen of the Downs with Dublin and south Wicklow.
DART and commuter rail services provide connections towards Dublin and coastal Wicklow.
Nearby commuter rail station serving Kilcoole, Greystones and Dublin-bound passengers.
Regional and commuter buses connect the locality with Dublin, Wicklow and neighbouring towns.
Scenic regional route linking the area inland through Roundwood and the Wicklow uplands.
Amenities
Protected woodland reserve offering walking trails and distinctive valley scenery.
Nearby parkland golf course providing recreational facilities in a wooded setting.
Neighbouring village with cafés, restaurants, convenience shopping and everyday local services.
Nearby village providing pubs, shops, food outlets and access to the N11.
Larger nearby centre with supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, banks and professional services.
Popular Greystones park with open space, play facilities and community recreation.
Public golf facility near Greystones offering an additional leisure option locally.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local golf club with a scenic course and established sporting community.
Community venue supporting local activities, classes and neighbourhood events.
Well-known plant-based café and food business in nearby Delgany village.
Popular village pub and restaurant serving food and drinks near Glen of the Downs.
Nearby hotel and leisure venue with accommodation, dining and recreational facilities.
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Nearby Areas
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