About Ashford
Ashford is a village in north County Wicklow, set in the Vale of Avoca between the Wicklow Mountains and the east coast, with an A67 routing key and close connections to Glenealy, Rathnew, Newtownmountkennedy, Roundwood and Laragh. It has a largely residential, community-oriented character, while its surrounding countryside gives the area a distinctly rural feel. Day-to-day life centres on the village and nearby Wicklow and Rathnew, where residents find a broader choice of supermarkets, services, cafés, pubs and restaurants. Ashford has local primary-school provision, with secondary schools and further education available in nearby towns and villages. Road commuting is the main option, with the N11/M11 accessible towards Dublin, while nearby rail stations at Wicklow and Rathdrum provide services along the Dublin–Wexford corridor. Local leisure is strongly linked to the outdoors, including walking routes, woodland and mountain scenery, and the wider attractions of County Wicklow. Ballina Park House is a notable local landmark, while the village’s clubs, community activities and nearby sporting facilities contribute to its settled, family-friendly atmosphere.
Property Market in Ashford
Based on 19 properties for sale in Ashford
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What’s in Ashford
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Ashford and surrounding rural communities.
Primary school in Wicklow town offering an inclusive, child-centred education.
Secondary school in Wicklow town with academic and extracurricular programmes.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main Dublin–Wexford route, accessible for commuting north towards Dublin or southwards.
Irish Rail station offering Dublin–Wexford corridor services from Wicklow town.
Nearby station providing rail connections north to Dublin and south through Wicklow.
Regional buses connect Ashford and nearby villages with Wicklow and surrounding towns.
Amenities
Notable local house and estate associated with the Ashford area.
Popular Wicklow destination combining crafts, food, gifts and a well-known café.
Nearby centre for supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, pubs and everyday services.
Public library offering books, study space, events and community services.
Public green space providing open areas and recreation close to Wicklow town.
Established golf course overlooking the coast south of Wicklow town.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult participation in the community.
Community facility supporting local activities, events and heritage-focused initiatives.
Well-known Ashford visitor attraction with gardens, walks and seasonal events.
Visit website ↗Established rugby club providing youth and adult teams near Wicklow town.
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