About Donoughmore
Donoughmore is a rural parish in north-west County Cork, within the P32 area and about 20 kilometres north-west of Cork city. It is a dispersed, close-knit countryside community rather than a single compact village, with homes and farms spread around townlands and local centres including Stuake and Firmount. The area suits residents seeking space, quiet roads and an established community while retaining practical access to Cork city, Macroom and nearby towns. Primary-school provision is available locally, while secondary schools, larger supermarkets and broader services are generally found in surrounding towns or Cork. Daily shopping is centred on local convenience shops and nearby villages, with pubs and community venues providing much of the social life; notable local options include O’Callaghan’s Bar in Stuake and the Donoughmore Community Centre area. Road travel is the main commuting option, with regular connections towards Cork via Berrings and Coachford, although most households rely on a car for work, school and errands. Outdoor life is a strong feature, with GAA activity, walking routes, playing fields and the wider rural landscape close at hand, while Cork city provides major retail, healthcare, cultural and leisure facilities.
Property Market in Donoughmore
Based on 8 properties for sale in Donoughmore
Property types
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What’s in Donoughmore
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Donoughmore and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving families around Berrings and the surrounding parish.
Co-educational post-primary school serving students from Coachford and nearby north-west Cork areas.
Co-educational secondary school accessible to families across the wider north Cork hinterland.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Major westbound route linking the area with Macroom, Cork city and Kerry.
Regional road providing an important route towards Ballincollig and Cork’s western suburbs.
Bus options serve surrounding villages, though rural coverage and frequency are limited.
Nearest practical rail services are in Cork city, including Kent Station connections nationwide.
Amenities
Traditional local pub and social meeting place in the Donoughmore area.
Venue for local activities, meetings, classes and community events.
Local playing facilities supporting Gaelic games and parish sporting activities.
Nearby convenience retail and everyday services for residents around Donoughmore.
Small-town centre providing groceries, cafés, services and practical local amenities.
Established golf club near Tower, offering facilities within reach of Donoughmore residents.
Major hospital and specialist healthcare facility accessible by road in Cork city.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Parish Gaelic games club with teams and activities for multiple age groups.
Local community organisation supporting events, facilities and social activities.
Rural youth organisation connected with farming, social and community life.
Local community-based financial service supporting members from the surrounding parish.
Long-standing local business offering a traditional pub setting and community atmosphere.
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