About Borrisokane
Borrisokane is a small market town in north County Tipperary, positioned between Nenagh and Birr and close to Lough Derg’s eastern shores. It has a practical, community-oriented character, with traditional streets, surrounding farmland and easy access to the neighbouring villages of Terryglass, Puckane, Lorrha, Cloughjordan and Carrigahorig. Daily life is relatively quiet and car-dependent, although the town provides essential shopping, services, cafés and traditional pubs for local residents. Families have access to local primary education, including Kyle Park National School, while secondary-school choices are generally found in nearby Nenagh, Birr or other surrounding towns. Bus Éireann services connect Borrisokane with Nenagh, Birr and the wider region, and the N52 provides a useful road link for commuters; the nearest railway station is at Nenagh. Lough Derg, the River Shannon and nearby countryside provide opportunities for walking, angling, boating and watersports, with Bike Park Ireland adding a distinctive leisure attraction locally. Borrisokane is best suited to those looking for a slower-paced rural setting with a strong local identity, while retaining reasonable road access to larger employment and service centres.
Property Market in Borrisokane
Based on 14 properties for sale in Borrisokane
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Borrisokane
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Borrisokane and the surrounding rural hinterland.
Historic former schoolhouse in the wider Borrisokane area, reflecting local educational heritage.
Local post-primary school providing secondary education and community-focused facilities.
Wider choice of primary and post-primary schools available in nearby Nenagh.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regional route linking Borrisokane with Nenagh, Birr and surrounding north Tipperary towns.
Regional buses provide connections towards Nenagh, Birr and other nearby communities.
Nearest mainline station, offering rail services towards Limerick, Ballybrophy and Dublin connections.
Road connection through the wider area towards Nenagh and neighbouring villages.
Amenities
Convenient roadside fuel stop with refreshments and practical services for passing motorists.
Dedicated cycling and mountain-bike attraction offering outdoor recreation near Borrisokane.
Visit website ↗Residential nursing-care facility serving older people in the local community.
Compact centre with local shops, everyday services, cafés and traditional public houses.
Nearby lake supporting boating, angling, walking and waterside activities around its shores.
Local public library providing books, information services and community activities.
Local recreational spaces supporting children’s play and informal family leisure.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic-games club offering sporting activities for local players and families.
Local football club providing youth and adult participation in association football.
Local community organisation supporting town initiatives, events and area development.
Independent local venues provide informal dining, refreshments and traditional evening social life.
Properties For Sale near Borrisokane
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