Lanesboro Neighbourhood Guide
Roscommon
About Lanesboro
Lanesboro is a small riverside town on the River Shannon at the northern end of Lough Ree, on the Roscommon–Longford border, with Ballyleague on the opposite bank. It has a relaxed, close-knit character, combining established residential streets with a working town centre, marina activity and an attractive lakeside setting. Day-to-day life is convenient for essentials, local services and primary schooling, while larger shopping and employment centres are within reach by road. St John’s National School serves the local primary-school community, with secondary options including Ballymahon Vocational School and schools in Longford and Roscommon town depending on family preference. The N63 provides the principal road connection towards Roscommon town and Galway, while the N55 links the area towards Longford and Athlone; regular Bus Éireann services also connect Lanesboro with neighbouring towns. Residents can use the Shannon waterfront, Lough Ree, the marina and nearby walking routes for boating, fishing and outdoor recreation. Local social life centres on traditional pubs, cafés and restaurants in Lanesboro and Ballyleague, with notable venues including The Richmond Inn and The Copper Pot. Sports and community life are well represented through Lanesboro St Faith’s GAA, Lanesboro Swimming Club and local angling and boating activity, making the area especially appealing to people seeking a quieter lakeside setting with good regional connections.
Property Market in Lanesboro
Based on 4 properties for sale in Lanesboro
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Lanesboro
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Lanesboro and surrounding rural communities.
Post-primary school in nearby Ballymahon, offering a broad second-level curriculum.
Mixed post-primary school in Longford town, accessible by regional road connections.
Long-established secondary school serving students from Longford and surrounding areas.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regional route connecting Lanesboro with Roscommon town and Galway-bound road networks.
Important north-south route linking the area with Longford and Athlone.
Regional buses provide connections towards Longford, Roscommon and neighbouring towns.
Nearest mainline station, providing Dublin–Westport rail services via the Dublin-Sligo route.
Local boating access on the River Shannon and Lough Ree, primarily leisure-focused.
Amenities
Historic riverside pub and hospitality venue in the heart of Lanesboro.
Popular local dining venue serving meals and refreshments in Lanesboro.
Community library providing books, digital access and local public services.
Well-known Shannon boating base with access to Lough Ree and waterways.
Venue for local activities, meetings, classes and community events.
Family-friendly outdoor spaces beside the water, with paths and open views.
Town-centre convenience shopping covers groceries, fuel, pharmacy and everyday essentials.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club with strong youth and community involvement.
Community swimming club reflecting the town’s strong connection with the Shannon.
Active local network supporting fishing, cruising and lakeside recreation.
Nearby community facility supporting activities and events across the parish area.
Independent shops, trades and services provide practical everyday support locally.
Properties For Sale near Lanesboro
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