Kells Neighbourhood Guide
Meath
About Kells
Kells is a historic market town in north County Meath, set between Navan and the Cavan border and surrounded by villages including Carlanstown, Carnaross, Fordstown and Moynalty. It has a distinctly local, small-town character, with an attractive heritage core, established residential areas and a rural hinterland, making it popular with families and commuters. The town is best known for the Book of Kells association and the impressive Kells monastic site, including the round tower and high crosses. Everyday shopping is centred on Kells Shopping Centre and the town’s independent shops, while cafés, takeaways, restaurants and traditional pubs provide a convenient local social scene. People's Park offers green space for walks and recreation, and the wider area has strong sporting and community activity. Bus services connect Kells with Navan, Dublin and other regional destinations, while the N3 provides the principal road link for drivers. Local schools serve the town and surrounding rural communities, with further primary and secondary options available in nearby Navan and surrounding villages.
Property Market in Kells
Based on 27 properties for sale in Kells
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What’s in Kells
Schools
A historic local schoolhouse serving the rural community around Kells.
A nearby primary school serving children in the Bohermeen and surrounding Meath area.
Visit website ↗A co-educational secondary school providing education for Kells and surrounding communities.
An inclusive primary school offering an alternative, multi-denominational education option locally.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regular regional buses connect Kells with Navan, Dublin, Cavan and surrounding towns.
The principal road route links Kells with Navan, Dublin and counties farther northwest.
A mapped local landmark near Kells, reflecting the town’s established built environment.
Navan provides broader regional transport connections within a practical driving distance.
Amenities
A central green space suitable for walking, informal recreation and family outings.
Convenient local retail centre serving everyday shopping and essential town needs.
Central parking serving shoppers and visitors to the adjoining retail centre.
A prominent roadside service area providing facilities for motorists and commercial traffic.
Vehicle-cleaning facility located within the Park Rí roadside services area.
Large parking provision for buses, trucks and other passing road users.
Local library offering books, digital resources, events and community services.
Visit website ↗Local Clubs & Businesses
Local soccer club providing youth and adult football opportunities for the community.
Community rugby club with teams and sporting activity for different age groups.
Local leisure facility supporting swimming, fitness and community recreation.
Visitor and cultural resource explaining the town’s important early Christian heritage.
Local business network supporting town-centre activity, events and independent traders.
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