About Clontibret
Clontibret is a rural village and parish in County Monaghan, around 10 kilometres south-west of Monaghan town and within easy reach of Castleblayney, Ballybay and Glaslough. The area has a quiet, community-focused character, with scattered countryside, farmland and small clusters of homes rather than an urban streetscape. Day-to-day life is generally car-dependent, although Monaghan town provides the nearest substantial choice of supermarkets, shops, services, cafés and restaurants. Local education is centred on primary schooling in and around the parish, while secondary pupils commonly travel to Monaghan, Castleblayney or Ballybay. Road links are convenient for commuting, with the N2 providing access towards Monaghan and north Dublin, and the N54 connecting towards Ballybay and County Cavan; Bus Éireann services are available on the wider Monaghan–Dublin corridor, though exact stopping points should be checked locally. The village and surrounding townlands have a traditional social life built around parish activities, GAA, community events and local pubs, with further dining and hospitality options in Monaghan town, Castleblayney and nearby Glaslough. Outdoor recreation is a strong feature, including countryside walks and access to facilities at the Monaghan GAA Centre of Excellence, while nearby attractions include Rossmore Forest Park, Glaslough village and Castle Leslie Estate.
Property Market in Clontibret
Based on 9 properties for sale in Clontibret
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What’s in Clontibret
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Clontibret and surrounding rural communities.
Established Monaghan town primary school within straightforward driving distance of Clontibret.
Catholic girls’ secondary school offering broad post-primary education in Monaghan town.
Long-established boys’ secondary school with boarding and day-pupil provision.
Co-educational post-primary school serving Ballybay and surrounding south Monaghan areas.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional commuting route linking Monaghan, Castleblayney and the Dublin direction.
Important local route connecting Clontibret area with Ballybay and County Cavan.
Regional buses connect Monaghan with Dublin and other towns; check current stop locations.
Nearest principal bus interchange, providing wider regional and national connections.
Approximately ninety minutes by road in normal traffic, depending on route and conditions.
Amenities
Major county sports facility hosting Gaelic games training, pitches and community activity.
Extensive woodland park near Monaghan with walking trails, lakes and family recreation.
Nearest main retail hub, with supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, banks and services.
Picturesque nearby village known for estate grounds, weddings, dining and country-house hospitality.
Nearby market town offering everyday retail, cafés, pubs, healthcare and public services.
The county town provides the closest concentration of casual dining, takeaways and coffee shops.
Important venues for worship, meetings, clubs and social events across the parish.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club supporting local football, juvenile sport and parish activities.
County Gaelic games organisation operating major training and development facilities nearby.
Local volunteer-led groups organise events, activities and support within the wider parish.
Nearby independent businesses serve visitors and residents around Glaslough and Castle Leslie Estate.
Wider commercial centre provides trades, professional services, retail and everyday amenities.
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