About Clogherhead
Clogherhead is a coastal village on the east coast of County Louth, around 12 kilometres north-east of Drogheda, with the Irish Sea and Clogher Head peninsula shaping its identity. It has a relaxed, community-minded feel, combining established housing with newer residential development, farmland and attractive seafront surroundings. The village is particularly known for its sandy beach, harbour and coastal walks, while nearby Termonfeckin, Togher and Dunany provide a wider rural hinterland. Clogherhead National School serves local primary pupils, with secondary education and broader services available in Drogheda and nearby towns. Most commuting is by car, with Drogheda providing rail connections, frequent bus services and access to the M1 for Dublin, Belfast and regional travel. Local day-to-day shopping is centred on the village, including convenience retail, a pharmacy and cafés, while pubs and restaurants provide an informal social scene; the nearby Waterside Bar and Restaurant is a well-known local option. Leisure is strongly linked to the coast, with swimming, walking, fishing and water-based activities complemented by community and sports facilities. Residents also benefit from relatively easy access to Drogheda’s larger selection of supermarkets, healthcare, retail, schools, restaurants and cultural amenities.
Property Market in Clogherhead
Based on 5 properties for sale in Clogherhead
Property types
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What’s in Clogherhead
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Clogherhead and surrounding communities.
Established secondary school in Drogheda, offering education for older pupils.
Drogheda secondary school providing education within the town’s wider catchment.
Co-educational secondary school serving Drogheda and surrounding County Louth areas.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Local and regional bus connections link Clogherhead with Drogheda and nearby villages.
Mainline station providing Dublin, Dundalk and other intercity commuter connections.
Road links connect the village with Drogheda, Termonfeckin and the surrounding countryside.
Accessible via Drogheda, giving direct longer-distance routes towards Dublin and Belfast.
Amenities
Popular sandy beach offering swimming, walks, views and easy coastal recreation.
Working harbour and scenic focal point associated with fishing and maritime activities.
Seafront-style local venue serving food and drinks in Clogherhead.
Village pharmacy providing prescriptions, healthcare essentials and everyday advice.
Local venue supporting clubs, classes, meetings and community activities.
Nearby town provides supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and larger services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local football club providing organised sporting opportunities for children and adults.
Community organisation involved in local initiatives, events and village improvement projects.
Coastal club reflecting the area’s strong fishing and sea-angling tradition.
Local watersports organisation supporting sailing and activities along the County Louth coast.
Nearby golf facility offering recreational golf within the village’s coastal hinterland.
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