Ardagh Neighbourhood Guide
Longford
Ardagh is a historic village in south County Longford, within the N39 routing area and close to Ballinalee, Edgeworthstown, Keenagh, Legan and Longford town. It is known for its attractive village setting and links to the surrounding rural countryside, with larger shopping, healthcare and secondary-education services available in nearby towns.
Area character
Rural and village-based, with a peaceful, community-oriented feel. Ardagh is suited to residents seeking countryside living while remaining within reach of Longford town and the Dublin–Sligo rail corridor.
Schools
- St. Brigid’s National School, Ardaghprimary
- St. Oliver Post Primary School, Old School Road, Old Leighlinsecondary
- Ardscoil Mhuire, Granardsecondary
- Templemichael College, Longfordsecondary
- Cnoc Mhuire, Granardsecondary
Transport
- N39 through Ardagh and the surrounding villagesroad
- Local bus services connecting Ardagh with Longford and nearby townsbus
- Longford railway station, on the Dublin–Sligo linerail
- Edgeworthstown railway station, on the Dublin–Sligo linerail
- N4 access via Longford or Edgeworthstownroad
Amenities
- Ardagh village centre and local shopsshopping
- Ardagh Heritage Village and historic village streetscapeheritage
- Local GAA and community facilitiessport and community
- Royal Canal Greenway access in the wider Longford areawalking and cycling
- Longford town retail, healthcare, dining and civic servicesshopping and services
- Edgeworthstown local shops and servicesshopping and services