About Ballitore
Ballitore is a small, historic village in south County Kildare, set among the gently rolling farmland between Athy, Castledermot and the Wicklow border. It is particularly associated with the Quaker community founded here in the eighteenth century, with the village’s quiet streets and meeting-house heritage giving it a distinctive, village-scale character. Living in Ballitore is peaceful and rural, with local services limited but everyday shopping, schools and larger amenities available in nearby Athy, Castledermot and Baltinglass. Primary-school provision is available in the surrounding villages, while secondary-school choices are generally found in Athy, Castledermot or further afield. The area suits residents who value space and countryside, although a car is usually important for commuting, shopping and school runs. Road access is convenient via the R448 and regional roads towards Athy, Castledermot, Moone and Baltinglass, with rail services available from Athy and bus connections serving the wider area. Nearby pubs and cafés provide informal meeting places, while local attractions include Ballitore’s Quaker heritage, Moone Abbey and the rural landscapes around Kilkea and the River Barrow. Sports and community life are centred on neighbouring villages, with GAA, soccer and other clubs providing opportunities for families and residents to get involved.
Property Market in Ballitore
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What’s in Ballitore
Schools
Local primary school serving Ballitore and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving children from Moone and surrounding south Kildare townlands.
Primary education option in Castledermot, east of Ballitore.
Established primary school serving Athy and nearby communities.
Co-educational post-primary school offering education and further study options in Athy.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route linking Ballitore with Athy, Moone and Castledermot.
Important cross-country route connecting the area with west Wicklow and Baltinglass.
Intercity rail station providing Dublin, Kildare and south-east services.
Local and regional bus connections available through nearby Castledermot.
Regional service linking Athy and surrounding locations with wider transport networks.
Amenities
Historic meeting house reflecting Ballitore’s important Quaker heritage and village identity.
Historic local library associated with the village’s Quaker educational tradition.
Notable medieval monastic site and round tower a short drive away.
Historic castle estate near Castledermot offering accommodation, dining and leisure facilities.
Nearby centre for supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, banks and everyday services.
Convenient nearby town with shops, pubs, cafés and essential local services.
Sports and fitness facilities serving Athy and surrounding south Kildare communities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local community activity supporting village events, heritage and social initiatives.
Historic Quaker community maintaining worship, heritage and local connections.
Gaelic games club offering juvenile and adult participation near Ballitore.
Established Gaelic games club providing teams and activities across age groups.
Rugby club offering playing and social opportunities for nearby residents.
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