Buttevant Neighbourhood Guide
Cork
Buttevant is a historic market town in north County Cork, situated on the N20 corridor between Mallow and Charleville. It lies within the P51 Eircode routing area and provides a local service base for surrounding villages and rural communities, including Churchtown, Kilbrin and Ballyclogh. The town is known for its medieval heritage, including the remains of Buttevant Franciscan Friary and nearby castle ruins.
Area character
Small-town and largely residential, with a rural hinterland and a strong local-community feel. Buttevant is well placed for access to larger centres such as Mallow, Charleville and Cork, while retaining village-scale shops, services and amenities.
Schools
- Buttevant National Schoolprimary
- Scoil Mhuire agus Naomh Treasa, Doneraileprimary
- St Joseph’s Foundation School, Charlevillespecial education
- St Mary’s Secondary School, Mallowsecondary
- St Joseph’s Foundation, Charlevilleeducation and support services
Transport
- N20 Cork–Limerick roadroad
- Local bus services through Buttevantbus
- Charleville railway stationrail
- Mallow railway stationrail
- R522 regional road towards Doneraile and Newcastle Westroad
Amenities
- Buttevant town-centre shops and servicesshopping
- Buttevant Community Centre and local clubscommunity and leisure
- Buttevant Playground and recreational facilitiesleisure
- Buttevant Franciscan Friary and historic town landmarksheritage
- Local pubs, cafés and convenience retaildining and shopping
- Medical and pharmacy services in Buttevant and nearby Charleville/Mallowhealthcare