Ballyglass An Baile Glas

IRB- Ballyglass Batallion Memorial

Its natural heritage comprises of some small lakes, the River Meander and three Turloughs.  Ballyglas is rich in historic and archaeological sites and buildings.  Situated 10 miles from local towns Claremorris, Castlebar, Ballinrobe and Balla, it is an ideal location adjacent to services and social activities.

The people of Ballyglass are proud of their natural and archaeological heritage, as evidenced in the activities in the area.  An annual vintage rally takes place as well as many sporting and cultural events.

Ballyglass has a new childcare facility, a primary school, community centre, soccer club, two public houses, a shop and post office.  Many community and voluntary groups work together to make Ballyglass a thriving community.  Tá fáilte roimh cách san áit aoibhinn seo An Baile Glas.

Ballyglass Football Club

Natural Features
Turloughs
Lough Frank, Peenogue & Ballyglass Lake
Bog
Meandering Rivers

Heritage Sites
IRB- Ballyglass Batallion
Mt. Pleasant House
Coloneen Mill
Burial sites & Killeen’s
Old village in Drumrud
Hedge Schools