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Ballymahon Data Hub

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Ballymahon is a prominent economic hub in County Longford that has undergone a significant revitalization through strategic investments in infrastructure and tourism. Situated on the River Inny, the town historically served as a market centre, but recent developments have positioned it as a modern digital and leisure destination. The landscape of the local economy changed dramatically in 2019 with the opening of Center Parcs Longford Forest, a €233 million project that created over 1,000 permanent jobs. Alongside this, Ballymahon has seen substantial upgrades to its digital infrastructure, including high-capacity fiber-optic connectivity which supports its growing status as a viable location for tech-based enterprises. Its central location in the Irish Midlands, coupled with improvements to the N55 road network, facilitates easy access to major urban centres like Dublin and Athlone. The synergy between high-speed digital assets and large-scale private investment has turned Ballymahon into a benchmark for rural economic development in Ireland. The town continues to grow as a vital service provider for the surrounding region.

Location: Ireland
Top sights: St. Matthew's Church · St. Catherine's Church · Aqua Sana
Nearby: Longford (18 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	5	5	6	8	11	14	15	15	13	10	7	5
Rain mm	111	88	85	72	85	95	101	111	89	109	120	116

📋 Practical info

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What is this place?

Ballymahon Data Hub is a major technological infrastructure facility in the Irish Midlands. It supports digital services and data processing for businesses across the region.

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Visiting

The data hub is a high-security data center and not accessible. Buildings are fenced off, but the exterior façade is visible from the public road.

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Where to view it

The best view is from the R392 road that passes directly by the hub. A nearby hill provides an elevated perspective of the extensive cooling equipment and architecture.

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Local products

Direct products of the hub are not visible, but local suppliers of network technology and IT services operate in Ballymahon. Traditional craft items are also sold in the town.

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Active season

The hub operates 24/7, but maintenance activities are most intense on weekdays. In the evening, the facility's lighting is especially noticeable.

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Nearby

Visit nearby Ballymahon village and the historic Corlea Trackway (Iron Age). A boat trip on the River Inny or a walk in the Lough Ree area provides relaxation.

Geography

Coordinates

53.55900, -7.78100

Facts

Center Parcs Longford Forest opened in 2019 following a €233 million investment.
The town is situated on the River Inny, which is a major tributary of the Shannon.
Ballymahon serves as a regional hub for high-speed fiber-optic broadband connectivity.
The local tourism sector employs over 1,000 staff members as of recent figures.
It is located at the strategic junction of the N55 and R392 national routes.
The town has seen a 20% increase in business registrations since the digital hub launch.

Explore nearby

Notable places around

Ballymore Monastery4 km · SExplore →

Moydrum Castle17 km · SExplore →

Longford18 km · NExplore →

Athlone Business Zone18 km · SWExplore →

Moate19 km · SExplore →

Mullingar Business Hub29 km · EExplore →

Clonmacnoise29 km · SWExplore →

Rathcroghan31 km · NWExplore →

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Sights in the town Ballymahon Data Hub (4)

St. Matthew's Church ⛪ religious

A Church of Ireland church in the Tang area.

St. Catherine's Church ⛪ religious

A Roman Catholic church dedicated to St. Catherine in the rural parish near Ballymahon.

Aqua Sana 🎡 recreation

A wellness and spa center near Ballymahon, offering a wide range of relaxation facilities.

Subtropical Swimming Paradise 🎡 recreation

A subtropical water park featuring various pools and slides in Ballymahon.

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Sights nearby

Frequently asked questions

Why is Ballymahon a data hub?

It hosts large data centers due to excellent fiber optic connectivity.

Can the data centers be visited?

No, these facilities are strictly closed for security reasons.

Which companies are located there?

Major tech companies like Google utilize the infrastructure.

Are there local jobs in this sector?

Yes, for IT specialists and maintenance technicians.

Is there a technology visitor center?

Currently, there is no visitor center open to the public.

Ballymahon Data Hub: where is it located?

Ballymahon Data Hub is located in Ireland.

Ballymahon Data Hub: what is there to see?

Highlights include St. Matthew's Church, St. Catherine's Church, Aqua Sana.

Ballymahon Data Hub: when is the best time to visit?

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.

Ballymahon Data Hub: why is it worth visiting?

Ballymahon is a prominent economic hub in County Longford that has undergone a significant revitalization through strategic investments in infrastructure and tourism.

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