Dromore West
An Droim Mór Thiar | |
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Village | |
 Dromore West lies on the N59 | |
  Dromore West Location in Ireland | |
| Coordinates: 54°15′06″N 8°53′35″W / 54.2517°N 8.8931°W | |
| Country | Ireland |
| Province | Connacht |
| County | County Sligo |
| Elevation | 56 m (184 ft) |
| Population | 292 |
| Irish Grid Reference | G418340 |
Dromore West (Irish: An Droim Mór Thiar[2]) is a village in County Sligo, Ireland.
Dromore West is located along the N59 between the Ox Mountains and the Atlantic Ocean. The village is situated on the banks of the Dunneil River, offering scenic river walks that lead toward the coast. Dromore West is part of the Wild Atlantic Way, a renowned coastal route that highlights the natural beauty of the region. With a population of 292 as of the 2022 census, the village serves as a small but important hub for the surrounding rural community. Historically, Dromore West played a significant role as the center of a Poor Law Union established in 1849, and remnants of its workhouse remain a key part of its heritage. The village is also notable for its proximity to Ballykilcash Hill, which features an old Napoleonic tower.
Today, Dromore West offers essential services such as a supermarket, petrol station, health center, and postal services, catering to both locals and visitors. The village is known for its quiet, rural character, with a mix of modern and historic elements, and it remains a gateway to exploring the rich landscape and history of County Sligo.
- ^ "Census Mapping – Dromore West". Census 2022. Central Statistics Office. Retrieved 2 November 2023.
- ^ "An Droim Mór Thiar/Dromore West". Placenames Database of Ireland. Government of Ireland - Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht and Dublin City University. Retrieved 9 May 2018.