Drumlish Neighbourhood Guide
Longford
Drumlish is a village in north County Longford, in the N39 routing area, surrounded by rolling rural countryside. It lies roughly north of Longford town and provides local services for nearby communities including Aughnacliffe, Ballinalee and Newtownforbes, while larger shopping and employment centres are available in Longford town. The village is also within reach of the wider Shannon–Erne and north Midlands region.
Area character
Small, close-knit and predominantly rural, with a traditional village centre and a strong community focus. The surrounding area is largely agricultural and residential, making Drumlish suited to those seeking countryside living while retaining access to Longford town and regional road connections.
Schools
- St Mary's National School, Drumlishprimary
- Drumlish National Schoolprimary
- Templemichael College, Longfordsecondary
- Meán Scoil Mhuire, Longfordsecondary
- Cnoc Mhuire, Granardsecondary
Transport
- Local road network serving Longford, Ballinalee, Mohill and Aughnaclifferoad
- N4 access via Longford and Newtownforbesroad
- Longford railway stationrail
- Bus services connecting Drumlish with Longford and surrounding villagesbus
- Dublin Airport and Ireland West Airport Knock, accessible by regional road connectionsairport
Amenities
- Drumlish village shops, convenience retail and local servicesshopping
- Drumlish Community Centre and local GAA facilitiescommunity and sport
- Local pubs, cafés and takeaway optionsdining
- St Patrick's Church, Drumlishreligious
- Longford town retail, healthcare and leisure facilitiesshopping and services
- Nearby countryside, walking routes and lakeside amenities around the wider north Longford areaoutdoor leisure