Drumlish Neighbourhood Guide
Longford
About Drumlish
Drumlish is a small, welcoming village in north County Longford, within the N39 routing area and close to the boundary with County Leitrim. It has a predominantly rural, residential character, with local services centred on the village and open countryside, farmland and lakes surrounding it. Everyday life is community-focused, while the larger town of Longford is the main destination for wider shopping, secondary education, healthcare and rail connections. Drumlish has a local primary-school option and is also within reach of schools in Longford and neighbouring districts, including St Teresa’s National School in Killoe. Road travel is central to commuting, with the R198 linking Drumlish towards Longford and the N4 accessible via Longford or Dromod for longer journeys. The village provides convenient local shopping, cafés and traditional pubs, while restaurants and larger retail choices are more extensive in Longford. Residents can use nearby walking, GAA and community facilities, with Lough Rinn and the wider countryside offering additional leisure opportunities. The area is particularly suited to households seeking a quieter village setting while remaining within practical reach of Longford town and regional road and rail links.
Property Market in Drumlish
Based on 8 properties for sale in Drumlish
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Drumlish
Schools
A local primary school serving families in the wider Drumlish and Killoe area.
Visit website ↗Village primary education serving Drumlish and surrounding rural communities.
Longford post-primary school offering a broad range of academic and practical subjects.
A well-established secondary school serving pupils from Longford and nearby villages.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route connecting Drumlish with Longford and north Longford communities.
InterCity station providing Dublin–Sligo services, reached by road from Drumlish.
Nearby station on the Dublin–Sligo line, useful for regional and commuter journeys.
Local and regional bus connections are available through nearby Longford town.
Strategic Dublin–Sligo road accessible via Longford or Dromod for longer trips.
Amenities
Local shops and everyday services clustered around the village’s central streets.
Traditional local pub providing a familiar meeting place for residents and visitors.
Nearby town centre with supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, banks and varied retail.
Public library offering books, study facilities, events and community services.
County GAA grounds hosting Longford football matches and major sporting events.
Scenic nearby lake and estate area offering attractive countryside and waterside surroundings.
Main local hospital providing healthcare services for Drumlish and wider Longford.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club with strong involvement across underage and adult teams.
Local venue supporting classes, gatherings, activities and community events.
Established Longford town club offering Gaelic football and community participation.
Nearby shops, professional services, cafés and trades provide broader everyday choice.
Properties For Sale near Drumlish
Nearby Areas
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