Kileedy Neighbourhood Guide
Limerick
About Kileedy
Kileedy is a rural parish in west County Limerick, in the V42 area and close to the county boundaries with Kerry and Cork. It has a dispersed countryside character, with small settlements, farmland and quiet roads rather than a substantial town centre. Everyday life is community-oriented and car-dependent, with Broadford, Newcastle West and Abbeyfeale providing many of the nearest shopping, healthcare and service options. Local education is centred on nearby primary schools, while secondary-school journeys generally involve travel to larger surrounding towns. Bus services are limited compared with urban areas, so most commuters use private cars for access to Newcastle West, Abbeyfeale, Limerick city and north Kerry; the N21 is the main strategic road in the wider area. Local social life is built around parish facilities, GAA activity and traditional pubs, with restaurants, cafés and larger retail selections available in Broadford, Abbeyfeale and Newcastle West. The surrounding countryside offers quiet walking and cycling routes, while the parish’s churches, schools and sporting grounds remain important local landmarks. Kileedy suits residents seeking a peaceful rural setting and strong community links, provided they are comfortable travelling for work, school and most significant amenities.
What’s in Kileedy
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Kileedy and surrounding west Limerick townlands.
Nearby primary provision serving families in Broadford and the surrounding rural parish.
Second-level school in Newcastle West, serving pupils from wider west Limerick.
Mixed secondary school option across the county boundary in nearby north Cork.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route linking Newcastle West, Abbeyfeale, Castleisland and Limerick.
Rural roads connect Kileedy with Broadford, Tournafulla, Ballagh and surrounding villages.
Nearest substantial bus connections generally operate through Abbeyfeale on the N21 corridor.
Nearby town provides additional regional bus links and onward connections towards Limerick.
Amenities
Important local venue for parish activities, meetings, classes and community events.
Local Catholic church and a prominent landmark at the heart of parish life.
Nearby village provides everyday shops, local services and traditional hospitality.
Larger nearby centre with supermarkets, cafés, pubs, pharmacies and essential services.
West Limerick hub offering broader retail, professional, medical and leisure facilities.
Parish sporting facilities supporting Gaelic games, training and community events.
Quiet country lanes and farmland surroundings provide informal walking and cycling opportunities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club with strong youth, adult and community involvement.
Local organisation supporting parish events, facilities and community development initiatives.
Nearby club providing Gaelic games and social participation for surrounding communities.
Nearby town supports residents with pubs, cafés, restaurants, shops and services.
Nearby Areas
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