Dunally Neighbourhood Guide
Sligo
About Dunally
Dunally is a predominantly rural area in County Sligo, close to Ballinode and Calry on the eastern side of Sligo town, with Drumcliff and Glencar also nearby. It has a quiet, countryside character, while remaining within practical reach of Sligo’s employment, education, shopping and healthcare services. Many residents rely on a car for day-to-day travel, although Sligo town provides the area’s main bus and rail connections. Nearby schools include primary provision around Ballinode and Calry, with a wider choice of secondary schools and further education in Sligo. Local social life is centred on neighbouring villages and Sligo town, where residents will find traditional pubs, cafés, restaurants and regular community activities. The surrounding landscape offers particularly strong outdoor access, including views towards Benbulben, walks around Hazelwood and routes into Glencar. Larger shopping, leisure and medical facilities are concentrated in Sligo, rather than Dunally itself, making the locality suited to people who value a rural setting close to urban amenities.
Property Market in Dunally
Based on 8 properties for sale in Dunally
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Dunally
Schools
Local primary school serving families in Calry and surrounding eastern Sligo areas.
Primary education option serving the Ballinode community near Sligo town.
Long-established secondary school for boys located in Sligo town.
Secondary school for girls offering education on the Sligo town campus.
Regional university campus providing degree, apprenticeship and professional courses.
Visit website ↗Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route linking eastern Sligo with Glencar and north County Leitrim.
Important local road connecting Sligo town with Ballinode and eastern settlements.
Town-centre bus hub with regional and national services.
Rail station providing Dublin Connolly and Galway connections via Intercity services.
Local and regional routes connect surrounding areas with central Sligo.
Amenities
Scenic woodland and lakeside amenity with walking routes near Sligo town.
Riverside public park with paths, open space and family recreation facilities.
Convenient town-centre shopping destination with supermarkets and everyday retail.
Contemporary arts centre, gallery and cultural venue in central Sligo.
Public library offering books, study facilities, events and community services.
Main acute hospital serving Sligo and the wider northwest region.
Historic Sligo pub known for traditional atmosphere, food and drinks.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Gaelic games club serving the Calry and eastern Sligo community.
League of Ireland football club based at The Showgrounds in Sligo.
Established rugby club offering playing and social membership in Sligo.
Parkland golf club at Rosses Point, accessible from Dunally by road.
Local organisation promoting participation in sport and physical activity across Sligo.
Properties For Sale near Dunally
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