About Lucan

Lucan (from the Irish word Leamhcán, meaning "place of the elms") is a suburban town and picturesque village with an abundance of character, located on the doorstep of Dublin.

Lucan

Located 8 miles west of Dublin city centre along the River Liffey and beyond the Strawberry Beds, Lucan is a village that is steeped in history and charm with period buildings from Georgian, Edwardian and Victorian times. With 30 minutes free car parking available, visitors can avail of a wide range of cafes, restaurants, pubs or a visit to the quaint village green to feed the ducks at the Griffeen River.

Other attractions include Lucan Bridge, Lucan House (Italian Embassy), St. Catherine's Park, Lucan Weir and promenade. Local sports clubs include Hermitage Golf Club, Lucan Golf Club, Lucan Sarsfields GAA Club, Lucan Harriers Athletics Club, Weston Hockey Club, Adamstown Cricket Club and numerous soccer clubs including Lucan United FC, Esker Celtic FC and Beech Park FC.

Local Amenities


5 Places to Eat & Drink

  • Reeds on the River / Courtneys
  • Carrolls Gastro Pub
  • Kennys Bar & Lounge
  • The Artisan Pantry
  • Coffee Works

5 Places for Recreation

  • St. Catherine's Park
  • Hermitage Green Golf Club and Lucan Golf Club
  • Lucan Sarsfields GAA Club
  • Liffey Valley Shopping Centre
  • Fort Lucan - outdoor adventure centre

Schools


Primary Schools

  • Scoil Mhuire Girls National School (01) 6280056
  • St. Mary's Boys National School (01) 6281857
  • St. Andrews National School (01) 6280975
  • Gaelscoil Eiscir Riada (01) 6210342
  • Adamstown Castle (01) 6540088
  • Esker Educate Together (01) 6547010
  • Griffen Valley Educate Together (01) 6219819
  • Lucan East Educate Together (01) 6212690
  • Lucan Educate Together (01) 6281298

Secondary Schools

  • St Joeseph's College (01) 6281160
  • Coláiste Pádraig (01) 6282299
  • Lucan Community College (01) 6282077
  • Adamstown Community College (01) 6540348
  • Coláiste Cois Life (01) 6211825
  • Griffeen Community College (01) 6212392
  • Kishoge Community College (01) 6877482