Loch Gowna Neighbourhood Guide
Cavan
Loch Gowna (also known as Gowna) is a small village in west County Cavan, close to the borders with Longford and Leitrim. It sits in the Cavan lakelands, surrounded by waterways and rural countryside, with Arva, Cornafean, Loughduff, Aughnacliffe and Dring among the nearby settlements. The village provides everyday local services, while larger shopping and service centres are available in Cavan town and Longford.
Area character
Rural, village-based and community-oriented, with a strong lakeland character. The area suits residents seeking a quieter countryside setting, angling and outdoor recreation, while remaining within reach of regional towns by car.
Schools
- St Colmcille's National School, Killygarryprimary
- St Patrick's National School, Drumgoonprimary
- Arva National Schoolprimary
- Moyne Community School, Longfordsecondary
- St Mel's College, Longfordsecondary
Transport
- Local road network linking Loch Gowna with Arva, Ballinagh, Cavan and Longfordroad
- Regional roads towards Carrigallen and Mohillroad
- Bus services in the wider Cavan–Longford area, with availability varying by route and daybus
- Longford railway station, for services on the Dublin–Sligo linerail
- Cavan town and Longford town bus and transport connectionsbus
Amenities
- Loch Gowna village shops, convenience services and local businessesshopping
- Local pubs, cafés and community facilitiesdining and community
- Gowna and surrounding lakes, rivers and angling watersoutdoor recreation
- Local sports clubs and playing fields in the Gowna–Arva arealeisure
- Primary healthcare, pharmacies and other services in nearby Arva, Cavan and Longfordhealthcare