About Keadue
Keadue is a small, rural village in north County Roscommon, in the F52 routing area, close to the borders with County Leitrim and County Sligo. It has a quiet, close-knit character, with countryside, lakes and the Arigna uplands shaping everyday life and the surrounding views. The village provides basic local services, while larger shopping and employment centres are available in Carrick-on-Shannon, Boyle and, for some needs, Sligo. Families have access to local primary education, with secondary-school options generally found in nearby towns and villages. Road travel is the main commuting option, with connections towards Drumshanbo, Leitrim Village, Arigna, Ballyfarnon, Boyle and Carrick-on-Shannon; public transport is more limited than in larger centres. Local life centres on village pubs, community activity and nearby outdoor attractions, including Lough Meelagh, the Shannon Blueway area and Arigna Mining Experience. Residents can also reach forest walks, angling, boating and other lake-country leisure activities around nearby Knockvicar and Drumshanbo. Keadue suits people looking for a peaceful rural base with strong community ties rather than urban convenience, while everyday amenities remain within a manageable drive.
Property Market in Keadue
Based on 3 properties for sale in Keadue
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Keadue
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Keadue and surrounding north Roscommon communities.
Nearby rural primary school serving families around Arigna and the surrounding upland area.
Primary school option serving the Cootehall area, southwest of Keadue.
The nearest broad secondary-education provision is generally available in Carrick-on-Shannon.
Mixed post-primary school serving students from a wide surrounding rural catchment.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route linking Keadue with Drumshanbo, Ballyfarnon and surrounding villages.
Connects the wider Keadue area towards Boyle and north Roscommon routes.
Mainline station providing Dublin–Sligo services, reached by road from Keadue.
Dublin–Sligo rail station offering another practical option for longer-distance travel.
Rural bus services connect north Roscommon and south Leitrim communities on scheduled routes.
Amenities
Traditional local pubs provide refreshments, conversation and an important social focus.
Small-scale local retail supports everyday essentials without requiring every trip to town.
Community heritage facility reflecting the village’s history and local cultural identity.
Popular visitor attraction exploring the region’s coal-mining history through tours and exhibits.
Visit website ↗Scenic nearby lake valued for views, angling and access to lake-country recreation.
Nearby boating, walking and cycling destination centred on the Shannon and Acres Lake.
Local recreational facilities support families, children and village community activities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local venue supporting indoor activities, meetings, events and community-led initiatives.
Gaelic games club providing sporting and social activities for local families.
Neighbouring communities collaborate on events, recreation and local development initiatives.
Established tourism business and cultural attraction showcasing the area’s industrial heritage.
Visit website ↗Small businesses provide social meeting places and essential services for residents.
Nearby Areas
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