About New Inn
New Inn is a small rural village in east County Galway, in the H53 area, surrounded by farmland and the neighbouring communities of Attymon, Aughrim, Bullaun, Kilreekil and Woodlawn. It has a quiet, community-oriented character, with residents relying on the village for everyday essentials and travelling to larger centres such as Ballinasloe, Loughrea and Galway for wider shopping, services and employment. Hickey’s Supermarket provides a convenient local grocery stop, while village pubs and nearby rural businesses offer the informal social life typical of this part of Galway. Families have access to local primary-school provision in the surrounding parishes, with secondary schools and further education generally found in Ballinasloe, Loughrea or Galway. Road access is central to daily life, particularly via the M6 corridor and the surrounding regional and local roads, while nearby rail stations at Attymon and Woodlawn provide useful connections towards Galway, Athlone and Dublin. The area suits people looking for space, a slower pace and strong links to neighbouring villages rather than an urban lifestyle. Recreation is centred on local GAA and community activity, countryside walks and parish facilities, with larger retail, healthcare and leisure options available in the nearby towns.
What’s in New Inn
Schools
Local primary-school provision serving families in New Inn and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving children from Attymon and the surrounding east Galway countryside.
Rural primary school serving the Aughrim area and neighbouring communities.
Established post-primary school option within commuting distance for older students.
Well-known secondary school in Ballinasloe, accessible from New Inn by road.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main east-west route linking the area with Galway, Athlone and Dublin.
Regional road network connecting New Inn with surrounding villages and larger towns.
Nearby station offering rail services towards Galway, Athlone and Dublin.
Local rail station providing another useful connection on the Galway-Dublin line.
Regional buses connect surrounding communities with Ballinasloe, Galway and other destinations.
Amenities
Local shop for groceries, household essentials and convenient everyday shopping.
Traditional local meeting places supporting the village’s social and community life.
Nearby town offering supermarkets, shops, cafés, restaurants and a broader range of services.
Convenient nearby centre for retail, professional services, cafés and healthcare facilities.
Local facilities supporting parish events, clubs, meetings and community activities.
Open rural landscape suited to walking, outdoor recreation and quiet leisure.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club providing sporting and social activity for the community.
Parish and community groups organise events, activities and local support networks.
Nearby Gaelic games club serving players and families across the surrounding area.
Independent local business providing essential groceries and regular village shopping.
Nearby Areas
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