Kilmore
Ward in Newry, Mourne and Down, Northern Ireland
| Coordinates: | 54.423, -5.853 |
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| Dialling code: | 02897 (Saintfield) |
Kilmore is an electoral ward on the outskirts of Newry within the Mourne and Down district of Northern Ireland. The area mixes suburban housing with patches of farmland and enjoys easy access to the city centre while being within reach of the scenic Mourne Mountains, making it a gateway between urban services and countryside recreation.
Historically rooted in agriculture, Kilmore today functions largely as a commuter and local‑service neighbourhood with schools, small shops and active community and sports groups; many residents travel into Newry or beyond for work and retail. Local heritage and community events help retain a strong sense of place, while proximity to both the mountains and nearby coastal areas adds to its appeal for outdoor activities.
Postcode districts covering Kilmore
Most populated places nearby
- Craigavon Centre 21.9 miles35.2 km
- Banbridge East 16.1 miles25.8 km
- Banbridge South 17.9 miles28.7 km
- Banbridge West 18.1 miles29.1 km
- Dundonald 12.6 miles20.2 km
- Holywood 14.3 miles23.1 km
Neighbouring places
- Ballynahinch Ward 2.1 miles3.4 km
- Drumaness Ward 3.1 miles4.9 km
- Saintfield Ward 3.3 miles5.4 km
- Ballymacbrennan Ward 4.5 miles7.2 km
- Derryboy Ward 5.3 miles8.6 km
- Carryduff East Ward 5.6 miles8.9 km
- Ballygowan Ward 5.9 miles9.5 km
- Dromara Ward 6.2 miles10 km
- Crossgar and Killyleagh Ward 6.4 miles10.3 km
- Quoile Ward 6.6 miles10.7 km
- Carryduff West Ward 6.9 miles11.2 km
- Ravernet Ward 7 miles11.2 km
Example postcodes in Kilmore
BT24 8XU, BT24 8TW, BT24 8DJ, BT30 9HP, BT24 8JF, BT24 8YJ, BT30 9JY, BT30 9PX, BT24 7LB … See all
Transport links
- George Best Belfast City Airport 13.5 miles21.7 km
- Belfast International Airport 21.8 miles35 km
- Ballynahinch Junction 1.5 miles2.5 km
- Hilden Railway Station 9.9 miles15.9 km
Hotels near Kilmore Ad
- Kinelarty Luxury Glamping Pods 3.3 miles5.3 km
- Millbrook Lodge 3 2.6 miles4.1 km
- Haslem Hotel 4 9.8 miles15.8 km
- Crowne Plaza Belfast 4 9.6 miles15.5 km
- La Mon Hotel and Country Club 4 8.7 miles14.1 km
- Denvirs Hotel 8.5 miles13.7 km
Schools in Kilmore
- Drumlins Integrated Primary School Primary
- St Joseph's Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- Saintfield House Estate 3.1 miles5 km
- Montalto House Estate 3.3 miles5.4 km
- Florida Manor Estate 6.3 miles10.1 km
- Seaforde House Estate 7.2 miles11.5 km
- Delamont House Estate 7.8 miles12.6 km
- Giants Ring Archaeological site 9 miles14.4 km
- Ballywillwill House Estate 9 miles14.5 km
- Downpatrick Racecourse Recreation 9.2 miles14.7 km
- Hillsborough Castle Estate 9.3 miles14.9 km
- Belvoir Estate 9.3 miles15 km
- Castlereagh House Estate 9.9 miles16 km
- Ravenhill Stadium Stadium 10.8 miles17.4 km