A cosy pub interior with wooden bar counters, shelves filled with bottles, blue bar stools, exposed stone walls, and warm lighting creating a welcoming atmosphere.
A blue-painted building with green trim, featuring a sign that reads "SKELLY'S" above double doors. There are outdoor lights, windows, and planters with greenery in front.
A large rack of barbecued ribs covered in sauce is served with chips, coleslaw, a bowl of salad with tomatoes, and a piece of corn on the cob on a wooden table.

Skelly's Bar, Restaurant and Guesthouse

  • Family friendly
  • Free to visit
  • Rainy days

A Traditional Irish Pub Experience in the Heart of Longford

Skellys Bar is a family run bar and restaurant, operating over five generations in Ballymahon, with great food, an open fire, and a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Why Visitors Love It

  • Authentic Irish pub experience
  • Flag stone floors and traditional open fire
  • Fresh food and casual dining options
  • Local craft beer on tap among wide selection of fine drinks
  • Proudly serving the rare breed of Droimeann Irish Beef

Good To Know

  • Comfortable setting for both meals and drinks
  • Lovely mix of locals and visitors
  • Regular live music
  • Ideal for social and family gatherings

Whether you’re stopping in for a quiet drink or a lively evening out, Skellys Bar offers a warm Longford welcome where good food, good company, and good craic come together.

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Our bar is your typical friendly Irish local known for its welcoming staff and popular with both locals and visitors to Ballymahon.

Relax in our cosy alcoves and hidden nooks where you can enjoy a bite to eat or a refreshing drink from the bar. Skelly’s is the perfect place to meet up with friends and enjoy live music and friendly banter.

Our beer garden is the ideal spot to sit back and enjoy the summer evenings while you enjoy Skelly’s unique atmosphere.

Weekends at Skelly’s are a hive of activity with talented musicians from across Ireland providing great entertainment. We have an extensive selection of drinks to choose from with some very nice craft beers and some of the finest pub-grub around.