Beltra Neighbourhood Guide
Sligo
Beltra is a rural locality in west County Sligo, close to the south-western shore of Beltra Lough and within reach of the Atlantic coast. The area lies between communities including Ballisodare, Coolaney, Templeboy and Dromard, with Sligo town providing the main regional centre for shopping, services and employment. It is served primarily by local roads and is best suited to residents who value countryside living and access to the wider Sligo landscape.
Area character
Rural, scenic and predominantly residential, with scattered homes, farmland, lakeshore scenery and a strong local-community feel. Beltra is quieter and less densely developed than nearby towns and villages, while coastal, mountain and lakeside recreation are all within easy reach by car.
Schools
- Beltra National Schoolprimary
- Coolaney National Schoolprimary
- Coláiste Mhuire, Ballymotesecondary
- St Attracta’s Community School, Tubbercurrysecondary
- Sligo town primary and post-primary schoolsprimary and secondary
Transport
- Local road network serving Beltra and neighbouring townlandsroad
- N4 national road, accessed towards Collooney and Sligoroad
- Bus services in the wider south and west Sligo areabus
- Collooney railway stationrail
- Sligo railway stationrail
Amenities
- Beltra Lough and surrounding lakeshore countrysideoutdoors
- Local community and sporting facilities in nearby villagescommunity and leisure
- Coolaney village shops and servicesshopping and services
- Ballisodare shops, cafés and everyday servicesshopping and dining
- Sligo town retail, healthcare, leisure and cultural facilitiesshopping and services
- Nearby Atlantic beaches and coastal walking areasoutdoors