Corlough Neighbourhood Guide
Cavan
About Corlough
Corlough is a rural parish in west County Cavan, close to the Leitrim border and within the H14 area, stretching through a scenic landscape of hills, lakes, bogland and scattered farmland. It lies between Bawnboy, Swanlinbar, Ballyconnell and Ballinamore, with Glangevlin and the wider Cuilcagh Mountain area nearby. Living here is peaceful and community-minded, with homes generally dependent on cars for everyday shopping, school runs and commuting. Local education is centred on small rural primary schools, while secondary pupils generally travel to schools in Ballyconnell, Ballinamore, Swanlinbar or other nearby towns. The closest regular shopping and services are found in Bawnboy, Ballyconnell, Swanlinbar and Ballinamore, where residents can access supermarkets, cafés, pubs, pharmacies and other essentials. Traditional pubs and community venues provide much of the local social life, while the surrounding countryside offers walking, fishing, cycling and access towards Cuilcagh Mountain and the Shannon–Erne Waterway. Public transport is limited compared with larger towns, so a private vehicle is normally essential, although regional bus services operate in the surrounding settlements. The area suits buyers seeking space, quiet and strong rural connections rather than a short urban commute.
Property Market in Corlough
Based on 3 properties for sale in Corlough
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Corlough
Schools
Small rural primary school serving children from Corlough and surrounding townlands.
Nearby primary school serving families in Bawnboy and the surrounding west Cavan area.
Co-educational secondary school serving pupils from parts of west Cavan.
Established secondary school option within reach for families travelling from west Cavan.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Local regional route linking Corlough with Bawnboy, Swanlinbar and surrounding villages.
Regional road connecting the wider Cuilcagh area with Glangevlin and west Cavan.
Regional service operating through nearby towns, including connections towards Cavan and Donegal.
Nearby town services provide onward links towards Cavan, Enniskillen and regional destinations.
Nearest mainline station, offering Dublin-facing rail services via Cavan and neighbouring counties.
Amenities
Closest local village facilities, including convenience shopping, postal and everyday community services.
Nearby settlement with shops, pubs, cafés, pharmacy and basic day-to-day services.
Larger nearby service town with supermarkets, banks, cafés, restaurants and professional services.
Popular local setting for boating, walking, fishing and enjoying the surrounding waterways.
Scenic upland recreation area offering walking routes and access towards Cuilcagh Mountain.
Local venue supporting clubs, classes, meetings and community activities.
Traditional local venues providing informal dining, refreshments and community social life.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting youth and adult participation across the parish.
Community organisation helping coordinate local events, activities and rural development initiatives.
Local group involved in community facilities, events and improvements around Bawnboy.
Nearby Gaelic games club providing football, underage sport and community activity.
Nearby town centre provides garages, trades, food outlets and essential retail services.
Nearby Areas
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