Lismacaffrey Neighbourhood Guide
Westmeath
About Lismacaffrey
Lismacaffrey is a small rural locality in County Westmeath, positioned in the county’s north-east and close to the borders with Longford and Cavan. It has a quiet, dispersed countryside character, with residents relying on nearby villages and towns for most everyday shopping, services and secondary education. Streete, Coole, Granard and Edgeworthstown are the main nearby centres, while larger employment and retail destinations such as Mullingar and Longford are within driving range. Local life is community-oriented, with parish facilities and sports activities playing an important role; Streete Parish Park and Community Centre is a notable nearby gathering and recreation venue. There are village pubs and cafés in the surrounding settlements, with a broader choice of restaurants, supermarkets and professional services in Edgeworthstown, Granard, Longford and Mullingar. Bus travel is available on regional roads, although a car is generally the practical option for commuting, school runs and shopping from Lismacaffrey. The area suits people seeking a peaceful rural setting, space and access to neighbouring communities rather than walkable urban amenities.
What’s in Lismacaffrey
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Lismacaffrey and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving families in Streete and the wider parish area.
Local post-primary school offering secondary education and a broad curriculum.
Established secondary school serving Granard and surrounding north Longford communities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Important local route linking Lismacaffrey with Edgeworthstown, Streete and Castlepollard.
North-south route providing access towards Edgeworthstown, Granard and Cavan.
Dublin–Sligo rail station, reachable by road for regional commuting connections.
Mainline station offering Dublin and Sligo services from the nearby county town.
Rural bus connections operate around nearby villages, subject to route and timetable.
Amenities
Community venue with outdoor recreational space and local parish activities.
Visit website ↗Nearby centre for supermarkets, shops, cafés, pharmacies and everyday services.
Historic market town providing local retail, pubs, cafés and essential services.
Public library providing books, digital access and community learning facilities.
Scenic nearby lakes supporting angling, walking and quiet countryside recreation.
Larger nearby centre with supermarkets, restaurants, healthcare, sports and professional services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local parish network supporting events, activities and community facilities.
Local teams and groups use the parish park for recreation and organised activity.
Nearby independent shops, cafés, pubs and services support day-to-day rural life.
Town-centre traders provide retail, hospitality, professional and essential community services.
Nearby Areas
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