Castlelyons Neighbourhood Guide
Cork
Castlelyons is a village in east County Cork, in the Blackwater Valley area, close to the towns of Fermoy and the village of Rathcormac. It is known for its historic setting, including Castlelyons Castle and the River Bride, and provides a rural base within reach of Cork city and major east Cork towns.
Area character
Rural and village-oriented, with a strong local community and a scenic riverside setting. The area is suited to those seeking countryside living while remaining within driving distance of Fermoy, Midleton and Cork city.
Schools
- Castlelyons National Schoolprimary
- Ballynoe National Schoolprimary
- Watergrasshill National Schoolprimary
- St Colman's College, Fermoysecondary
- Fermoy Educate Together Secondary Schoolsecondary
Transport
- Local road network via the R614 and R627road
- N72 through Fermoyroad
- M8 motorway access at Fermoyroad
- Bus services in Fermoybus
- Fermoy bus connections towards Cork and surrounding townsbus
Amenities
- Castlelyons village shops and community facilitieslocal services
- Castlelyons GAA groundssport
- River Bride and surrounding riverside countrysideoutdoor recreation
- Fermoy town centreshopping and dining
- Fermoy Leisure Centreleisure
- Fermoy medical and healthcare serviceshealthcare