Ballinode Neighbourhood Guide
Sligo
About Ballinode
Ballinode is a mainly residential area on the eastern side of Sligo town, close to the town centre while retaining a quieter suburban feel. It sits near Calry and the approaches towards Ballygawley, with convenient access to Sligo’s shops, services and employment areas. Families are well placed for nearby primary and secondary schools, while Atlantic Technological University’s Sligo campus is within easy reach for further education. Bus services connect the area with Sligo town and surrounding districts, and the N4 provides a straightforward road link towards Dublin and the west. Day-to-day shopping and larger retail facilities are available in and around Sligo town, including the nearby Cranmore area and Wine Street. Residents can use Sligo’s cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs, with additional leisure options at the Regional Sports Centre and Doorly Park. The area also benefits from access to Sligo town’s cultural attractions, including The Model and Sligo Abbey, while the surrounding countryside and nearby Benbulben and Lough Gill provide notable outdoor recreation.
Property Market in Ballinode
Based on 13 properties for sale in Ballinode
Property types
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What’s in Ballinode
Schools
Independent secondary school near Sligo town, serving students from the wider county.
Visit website ↗Further-education centre offering post-Leaving Certificate courses and vocational programmes.
Higher-education campus providing degree, professional and research programmes.
Primary school serving families in the Sligo town area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Central interchange for town services and regional Bus Éireann routes.
InterCity rail terminus with services towards Dublin and connections via major towns.
Main national route linking Sligo with the Midlands, Dublin and surrounding settlements.
Local routes connect residential districts with the town centre and key facilities.
Amenities
Neighbourhood shopping and community facilities serving residents east of Sligo town.
Public sports complex offering fitness, swimming and indoor recreation facilities.
Riverside public park with walking areas and open space beside the Garavogue.
Contemporary arts centre and gallery with exhibitions, cinema and cultural events.
Historic Dominican abbey and one of Sligo town’s best-known visitor attractions.
Central streets lined with independent shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs and services.
Major regional hospital providing emergency, outpatient and specialist medical services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Historic League of Ireland football club based at The Showgrounds.
Established rugby club providing playing and social opportunities across age groups.
County GAA organisation supporting Gaelic football, hurling and community sport.
Local rowing club using the Garavogue and providing water-sports participation.
Local business network representing traders, employers and enterprises across Sligo.
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