About Corofin
Corofin is a small village in north County Clare, west of Ennis and close to the eastern edge of the Burren. It has a rural, close-knit character, with traditional streetscape, surrounding farmland and quick access to the Burren’s distinctive limestone landscape. Day-to-day life is generally quiet and community-oriented, while Ennis provides a wider range of shopping, employment, secondary education and services. Corofin has local primary-school provision, and families also use schools in nearby Kilnaboy, Ruan, Kilfenora and Ennis, depending on age and transport. Bus services are limited compared with larger towns, so a car is useful for commuting; the N85 provides the main road connection towards Ennis and the Burren. Local social life centres on village pubs, community activities and nearby heritage and outdoor attractions rather than extensive retail or nightlife. Residents can reach cafés, restaurants, supermarkets, healthcare and other amenities in Ennis, with walking, cycling, angling and Burren exploration readily available nearby. The Clare Heritage and Genealogy Centre in Corofin is a notable local resource, while the nearby Parkahilly Children’s Burial Ground is an important historic and archaeological site.
Property Market in Corofin
Based on 4 properties for sale in Corofin
Property types
Bedrooms
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What’s in Corofin
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Corofin and surrounding north Clare communities.
Nearby rural primary school serving families around Kilnaboy and the Burren gateway.
North Clare primary option within the wider rural catchment surrounding Corofin.
Post-primary community college serving parts of west and north-west Clare.
Several established post-primary options are available in County Clare’s main town.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional road linking Corofin with Ennis, the Burren and south Galway.
Regional bus service connecting Ennis with parts of north Clare and surrounding villages.
Nearest rail station, providing Limerick, Galway and wider national connections.
Main interchange for buses towards Clare towns, Limerick, Galway and Dublin.
Nearest international airport, reachable by road via Ennis and the N85/N18.
Amenities
Corofin centre documenting County Clare family history, heritage and local records.
Historic children’s burial ground near Corofin, reflecting the area’s rural heritage.
Small local venues provide informal meeting places, refreshments and community atmosphere.
Nearby protected limestone landscape offering remarkable walking, geology and nature experiences.
Nearest major retail centre, with supermarkets, independent shops, services and restaurants.
Public swimming, fitness and leisure facilities available a short drive away.
Hospital, GP, pharmacy and wider medical services are concentrated mainly in Ennis.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult sporting participation.
Community organisation involved in local activities, facilities and village development.
Specialist local centre assisting visitors and researchers exploring Clare ancestry.
Traditional local pubs provide social spaces for residents and visiting Burren travellers.
Nearby guides, accommodation and activity providers support walking and responsible Burren tourism.
Nearby Areas
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