About Bailieborough
Bailieborough is a small market town in east County Cavan, within the A82 routing area and close to the borders of Meath and Monaghan. It has a settled, community-minded character, with a traditional town centre, surrounding farmland and a choice of lakes, woodland and country roads nearby. Daily life is practical rather than urban, with local shops, cafés, pubs, services and community facilities in the town, while larger retail and employment centres are reachable by road in Cavan, Navan, Dundalk and Dublin. Families have access to local primary and secondary education, with further options in surrounding villages and towns, including Corlea National School near Kingscourt and the former schoolhouse at Edennagully. Bus services and regional roads provide connections towards Cavan, Kingscourt, Virginia, Cootehill and Dublin, although many residents rely on a car for commuting and appointments. The town has a friendly pub and restaurant scene, complemented by cafés and takeaway options for everyday dining. Outdoor amenities include nearby lakes, walking routes and sports grounds, while Bailieborough Shamrocks and other local organisations contribute strongly to community life. Bailieborough Castle and its demesne are important local landmarks, reinforcing the area’s historic character and providing a distinctive backdrop to the town.
Property Market in Bailieborough
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What’s in Bailieborough
Schools
Mixed post-primary school serving Bailieborough and surrounding east Cavan communities.
Local primary school providing mainstream education for children in the town.
Nearby primary school serving the rural community around Corlea and Kingscourt.
Visit website ↗Historic former school building in the surrounding rural area near Bailieborough.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Connects Bailieborough with Kingscourt, Virginia and surrounding east Cavan areas.
Provides routes from Bailieborough towards Cootehill and neighbouring communities.
Regional buses connect the town with surrounding towns and wider county routes.
Road access towards Cavan, Navan, Dublin and the national motorway network.
Nearby Kingscourt offers additional regional services towards Monaghan and Meath.
Amenities
Convenient centre with grocery shops, pharmacies, cafés, banks and everyday services.
Historic estate landscape and notable landmark beside the town’s residential areas.
Local facility supporting swimming, exercise and community recreation activities.
Public library offering books, digital services, study space and community activities.
Visit website ↗Traditional town venues provide casual meals, drinks and social meeting places.
Local healthcare and pharmacy services cover routine needs for residents.
Outdoor recreation spaces support children’s play and local sporting activities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
GAA club providing Gaelic football and community sporting activities locally.
Local football club supporting youth and adult soccer participation.
Community organisation involved in local projects, events and town improvements.
Member-owned financial institution serving Bailieborough and surrounding communities.
Local businesses provide retail, hospitality, professional and everyday town services.
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