About Glenealy
Glenealy is a small, close-knit village in County Wicklow, positioned between Wicklow Town and Rathdrum near the foothills of the Wicklow Mountains. It has a predominantly rural and residential character, with a strong village identity and easy access to larger centres for shopping, schools and services. Local daily life centres on the village itself, while Ashford, Wicklow Town and Rathdrum provide a broader choice of supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, healthcare and leisure facilities. Glenealy National School serves local primary-age children, with secondary options generally found in Wicklow Town, Rathnew and Arklow depending on family preference. The village is close to the N11, giving relatively straightforward commuting towards Dublin and south towards Wexford, while Wicklow railway station provides mainline rail services and Bus Éireann routes serve the wider area. The surrounding countryside offers attractive walking and cycling opportunities, with the Wicklow Mountains, Avondale Forest Park and nearby coastal areas all within practical reach. Residents benefit from a quieter village setting while remaining within easy driving distance of beaches, heritage sites, sports clubs and the amenities of Wicklow Town.
Property Market in Glenealy
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Property types
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What’s in Glenealy
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Glenealy and surrounding rural communities.
Multi-denominational primary school in Wicklow Town, serving families across the wider area.
Large co-educational secondary school located in the town of Wicklow.
Multi-denominational secondary school serving Wicklow Town and surrounding communities.
Co-educational secondary school in Wicklow Town with a broad academic curriculum.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main north-south route nearby, linking Glenealy with Dublin, Wicklow and the southeast.
DART and Dublin-Rosslare line station, approximately a short drive from Glenealy.
Regional buses connect nearby villages and towns with Wicklow and Dublin.
Local stops provide scheduled bus connections through the village and surrounding area.
Road connection towards Rathdrum, Avoca and the Wicklow Mountains from the village.
Amenities
Well-known restaurant and food business near Ashford, serving local residents and visitors.
Historic gardens and visitor attraction in Ashford, with walks, planting and seasonal interest.
Visit website ↗Popular Irish retail, food and lifestyle destination accessible via the N11.
Nearby town centre offering supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday services.
Public library providing books, study space, events and community services in Wicklow Town.
Sports and community facilities serving the wider Wicklow area near Rathnew.
Large forest and visitor park near Rathdrum, known for trails and views.
Nearby coastline provides accessible beaches, sea swimming and scenic walking opportunities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting sporting activity and community life in Glenealy.
Village organisation involved in local events, facilities and community initiatives.
Established rugby club serving players and families from Wicklow and surrounding villages.
Coastal golf club near Wicklow Town with views across the Irish Sea.
Local market offering produce and handmade goods on selected dates near Rathdrum.
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