West Sligo Neighbourhood Guide
Sligo
West Sligo is a broad area on the western side of Sligo town and its surrounding suburbs, within County Sligo’s F91 routing area. It sits close to Sligo town while providing convenient access towards Strandhill, Rosses Point, Knocknahur and Maugheraboy, with views and recreational opportunities associated with Sligo’s coastal and mountain landscape.
Area character
A mixed suburban and semi-rural area, combining established housing, newer residential pockets and countryside. It is generally convenient for families and commuters seeking access to Sligo town, while remaining close to beaches, outdoor activities and the wider west Sligo landscape.
Schools
- St Edward’s National School, Sligoprimary
- Sligo Grammar Schoolsecondary
- Summerhill Collegesecondary
- Atlantic Technological University, Sligothird level
Transport
- Sligo town bus servicesbus
- Sligo railway stationrail
- N4 national roadroad
- R286 towards Strandhill and Rosses Pointroad
- Regional roads towards Knocknahur and west Sligoroad
Amenities
- Sligo town centreshopping and dining
- Sligo University Hospitalhealthcare
- Strandhill beach and villagecoastal leisure
- Rosses Point beach and promenadecoastal leisure
- Sligo town parks and riverside walksparks and recreation
- Hazelwood Forest and lake areaoutdoor recreation