Listowel Town & Community

Listowel, a charming heritage town steeped in history, welcomes you with open arms. Here, you'll experience the warmth of locals and a myriad of delightful shops, boutiques, restaurants, bars and cafes.  The town is a thriving enterprise hub with employment across diverse sectors such as manufacturing, retail, transportation, creativity and food services. And with its cultural riches and natural beauty, it is easy to see why Listowel is renowned for its writers and storytellers, making it a place where everyone has a story to share.

Beautiful Listowel, serenaded night and day by the gentle waters of the River Feale, Listowel, where it's easier to write than not to write'- John. B. Keane

As a national Tidy Towns winner, Listowel  prides itself on its appearance which can be seen n its Georgian Square and along its streets, home to great colour, characters and creativity. 

We have some little thing here of our own, it isn't artificial, it isn't imposed on us. It's something of our own - Bryan McMahon

Just a stone throw away from the town, you can immerse yourself in nature with endless parklands, picturesque riverbanks, a scenic Greenway for walking and cycling, and opportunities for kayaking on the River Feale. Discover the 36-acre Childers Park and Woodlands, which boasts amenities for all ages, including a children's playground, pitch and putt, tennis courts, walking trails, and charming picnic spots.

 Listowel isn’t a place, Listowel is a kind of a dream and everyone in Listowel is a writer. Everyone - Seán McCarthy

Adjacent to this oasis is the Garden of Europe, featuring over 2,500 plants and shrubs from European countries, along with a memorial to World War 2 Holocaust victims. This tranquil area provides a haven for wildlife and a peaceful retreat for all.  Come join us in Listowel, where rich heritage, a vibrant community, creative character and natural beauty abound.