About Feakle
Feakle is a small rural village in east County Clare, set among the hills and lakes of the Slieve Aughty area, with close links to Scariff, Tulla, Bodyke and O’Callaghan’s Mills. It has a quiet, strongly community-oriented character, with scattered countryside homes, farmland and woodland surrounding a compact village centre. Everyday life is centred on local services, the parish community and nearby towns, while larger shopping and healthcare needs are generally met in Scariff, Tulla or Ennis. Feakle National School serves local primary-age children, with secondary education available in neighbouring towns such as Scariff and Tulla. Bus services are limited compared with urban areas, so most residents rely on cars for commuting, school runs and shopping; the R352 provides an important connection towards Scariff and Ennis. The village has traditional pubs and places to eat, while Smyths Service Station and Feed Store provides a useful local stop for fuel, supplies and rural necessities. The surrounding countryside offers excellent walking, fishing and access to East Clare’s lakes and trails, and Feakle is particularly well known for its traditional music heritage and annual festival. It suits residents looking for a peaceful village base, strong local identity and easy access to outdoor recreation rather than a wide range of urban amenities.
What’s in Feakle
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Feakle and surrounding East Clare communities.
Mixed secondary school in nearby Scariff, serving students across East Clare.
Mixed post-primary school providing education and extracurricular activities in Tulla.
Larger mixed secondary school accessible by road for some East Clare families.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route linking Feakle with Scariff, Tulla and wider County Clare.
Local fuel, agricultural supplies and convenience stop within the Feakle area.
Nearest broader public-transport connections are generally available from nearby Scariff.
Nearest mainline rail station, connecting County Clare with Limerick and Galway.
Amenities
Compact local centre with essential services, small shops and community facilities.
Traditional local bars provide sociable meeting places and occasional live traditional music.
Convenient local stop for fuel, agricultural goods, household essentials and everyday supplies.
Venue for local meetings, classes, celebrations and community events throughout the year.
Nearby countryside supports walking, fishing, boating and quiet outdoor recreation.
Nearest larger service centre, with supermarkets, cafés, pubs, healthcare and other amenities.
Prominent local parish setting reflecting the village’s longstanding community and religious life.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult participation across the community.
Well-known annual event celebrating traditional Irish music, song and local hospitality.
Local organisation supporting village projects, events and improvements for residents.
Established rural business serving motorists, farmers and households in the surrounding area.
Active parish network contributing to worship, social events and local support initiatives.
Nearby Areas
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