Castlecoote Neighbourhood Guide
Roscommon
Castlecoote is a small historic village in County Roscommon, situated on the River Suck between Athleague and Creggs, in the F42 routing area. It is best known for Castlecoote House and the remains of Castlecoote Castle, with nearby countryside, river scenery and links to surrounding villages and Roscommon town.
Area character
Rural and village-based, with a quiet, scenic character centred on the River Suck and local heritage. The area is suited to residents seeking countryside living while remaining within reach of Athleague, Roscommon town and larger employment and service centres.
Schools
- Castlecoote National Schoolprimary
- Athleague National Schoolprimary
- Creggs National Schoolprimary
- Scoil Mhuire, Strokestownsecondary
- Roscommon Community Collegesecondary
Transport
- Local and regional bus services via Athleague and Roscommon townbus
- N63 through Athleague and Roscommon townroad
- R362 towards Creggs and Ballygarroad
- Roscommon railway stationrail
- N61 and M6 access via the wider Roscommon and Athlone road networkroad
Amenities
- Castlecoote House and Castlecoote Castleheritage
- River Suck and riverside countrysideoutdoor recreation
- Athleague village shops, services and community facilitiesshopping and community
- Roscommon town retail, healthcare and civic servicesshopping and healthcare
- Local GAA and sporting facilities in Castlecoote, Athleague and surrounding villagessport and leisure