About Wicklow Town
Wicklow Town is a historic coastal county town on Ireland’s east coast, set around the harbour and backed by rolling countryside. It has a settled, community-minded character, with established residential areas, newer housing and a lively town centre within easy reach of beaches and outdoor spaces. Education locally includes primary schools, Wicklow Educate Together National School and Educate Together Secondary School Wicklow, while additional secondary provision is available in the wider area. Dublin commuters can use Wicklow railway station and regular bus services, with the N11/M11 providing the main road connection; nearby Rathnew and Glenealy broaden the local transport and school options. Main Street and the surrounding streets provide supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs, while Wicklow Harbour and the waterfront add a pleasant setting for walks and dining. Residents are close to Wicklow Head, the Murrough and the wooded trails around the town, with beaches at Silver Strand and Magheramore within a short drive. Local landmarks include Wicklow Gaol and the ruins of the Black Castle, and the town has an active sporting and community scene, including GAA, soccer, rugby and sailing clubs.
Property Market in Wicklow Town
Based on 52 properties for sale in Wicklow Town
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What’s in Wicklow Town
Schools
A multi-denominational secondary school serving Wicklow and surrounding communities.
Visit website ↗A multi-denominational primary school serving families in Wicklow Town.
An established primary school serving children from Wicklow Town and nearby areas.
A large co-educational secondary school serving Wicklow and the surrounding county.
Visit website ↗Transport
Plan your journey ↗Dublin-Rosslare trains provide rail connections northwards and southwards along the coast.
Local and regional buses connect the town with Dublin, Arklow, Rathnew and surrounding villages.
The main north-south road corridor offers access towards Dublin, Arklow and southeast Wicklow.
A local fuel stop and convenience outlet serving motorists near Wicklow Town.
Amenities
A restored historic jail offering tours and an important visitor attraction in the town.
A scenic waterfront area for walks, harbour views, sailing and nearby food venues.
The central shopping area includes supermarkets, independent retailers, cafés and everyday services.
A well-known Wicklow restaurant and bar offering food in a relaxed setting.
Visit website ↗A traditional town-centre pub popular for drinks, conversation and local atmosphere.
A public library providing books, study facilities, events and community services.
Open waterfront space suited to walking, fresh air and informal recreation.
Local Clubs & Businesses
A community Gaelic games club providing playing and social activities locally.
A local rugby club supporting youth and adult teams and community participation.
A grassroots football club serving young players and teams from the town.
A harbour-based club supporting sailing activities and water-based community recreation.
A longstanding local maritime celebration centred on rowing, boats and community festivities.
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