About Arklow
Arklow is a coastal market town in south County Wicklow, set where the Avoca River meets the Irish Sea and serving as an important local centre for nearby communities including Avoca, Redcross, Woodenbridge and Coolgreany. It has a practical, lived-in character, with established residential neighbourhoods, a traditional town centre and newer housing around the outskirts. Families have access to several primary schools and secondary education in the town, while further education and specialist services are available towards Wicklow, Gorey and Dublin. Arklow Railway Station provides regular southbound and northbound services, including connections towards Dublin, and the town is also well placed for road travel via the M11 and N11 corridor. Day-to-day shopping is centred on the town’s retail streets, O'Connell's Shopping Centre and Bridgewater Shopping Centre, with Eason and Intersport Elverys among the recognisable retailers. The town has a selection of cafés, restaurants, traditional pubs and takeaways, while the coastline, river walks, nearby beaches and surrounding Wicklow countryside provide leisure opportunities. Sports and community life are strong, with local GAA, football, rugby, athletics and rowing activities, and notable landmarks include Arklow Castle, the harbour and the historic maritime tradition associated with the town.
Property Market in Arklow
Based on 73 properties for sale in Arklow
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What’s in Arklow
Schools
Mixed post-primary school serving Arklow and surrounding communities, with a broad curriculum.
Irish-medium secondary school providing post-primary education in Arklow.
Voluntary secondary school offering post-primary education for local families.
Irish-medium primary school serving children in Arklow and nearby areas.
Primary school providing mainstream education within the town.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Convenient parking beside Arklow station for Dublin, Wicklow and Rosslare rail services.
Mainline station linking the town with Dublin, Wicklow, Gorey and Rosslare.
Local and regional bus services connect Arklow with surrounding towns and Dublin.
Key north–south road corridor providing access towards Dublin, Gorey and Wexford.
Amenities
Central shopping centre serving everyday retail needs in Arklow town.
Major local retail destination with shops, services and convenient town-centre access.
Books, stationery, magazines and gifts are available from this familiar retailer.
Visit website ↗Public library offering books, digital resources, study space and community services.
Leisure facilities supporting swimming, fitness and recreation near the seafront.
Coastal waterside area offering walking, views and access to Arklow’s maritime setting.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Established local football club providing teams and activities for different age groups.
Community rugby club with youth and adult participation in the town.
Local association football club supporting juvenile and adult players.
Water-sports club reflecting the town’s longstanding connection with the Avoca River and harbour.
Local GAA club offering Gaelic games and community participation for members.
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