Ballaghmore (Paperback)

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Ballaghmore is a small village situated on the western side of County Laois, Ireland, southwest of Portlaoise. The main industry in Ballaghmore is farming. The village has a thriving community, with a hurling club, Kyle GAA and a local church. Family names from this area include Keogh, O'Grady, England, Gilmartin, Rigney, Delaney and Maher. It is mainly known for Ballaghmore Castle which is situated in a truly beautiful landscape, with excellent walking and mountain climbing opportunities. The caste derived its name from the Bealach Mor, the ancient road to Munster on which the castle is located.