Geashill
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About
Geashill is a heritage village in the east of County Offaly, renowned for its beautifully preserved estate village character and rich medieval history. Originally developed as part of the Digby Estate, Geashill retains its distinctive triangular village green and elegant nineteenth-century layout, making it one of Offaly’s most attractive rural villages. The village has deep historical roots stretching back to early Christian Ireland and the medieval Fitzgerald stronghold, with the ruins of Geashill Castle still standing nearby. Visitors can enjoy walking routes including the scenic Glebe Walk, biodiversity areas and sensory trails.
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Award-winning heritage village with estate architecture, walking trails and medieval history
- Features the scenic Glebe Walk with biodiversity and sensory trail elements
- Historic connections to the Digby Estate and the ruins of medieval Geashill Castle
- Recognised nationally through Ireland’s Tidy Towns awards for village presentation and community enhancement
Geashill
Geashill is located in east County Offaly between Tullamore and Portarlington along the R420 route. It’s just 15 minutes by car to Portarlington and less than a 20 minute drive to Tullamore.
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