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Milltown, Ireland is a name that refers to several different places across the island of Ireland. It's a very common name for towns and villages, often because there used to be a mill nearby! When you see a name like this that can mean many things, it's called a "disambiguation" page. This page helps you find the specific Milltown you might be looking for.

What is a Milltown?

Many places in Ireland are called Milltown. This name usually comes from the past, when a watermill or windmill was an important part of the local community. These mills were used to grind grain into flour or to power other machines. So, a "Milltown" was literally the "town with a mill."

Places in the Republic of Ireland

Here are some of the places named Milltown that you can find in the Republic of Ireland:

  • Milltown, County Kerry: This village is located in County Kerry, in the southwest of Ireland. It's known for its friendly community and beautiful countryside.
  • Milltown, Dublin: This is a suburb of Dublin, Ireland's capital city. It's a busy residential area with shops, schools, and good transport links.
  • Milltown, County Cavan: You can find this small village in County Cavan, which is in the north-central part of the Republic of Ireland.

Places in Northern Ireland

There are also several places called Milltown in Northern Ireland:

  • Milltown, County Antrim: This village is part of the Lisburn City Council area in County Antrim. It's a quiet place with local charm.
  • Milltown, Antrim Borough: Another village in County Antrim, but this one is located within the Borough of Antrim.
  • Milltown (near Maghery): This village is close to Maghery, in the Craigavon Borough Council area of County Armagh. It's a small settlement surrounded by rural landscapes.
  • Milltown (near Waringstown): Also in the Craigavon Borough Council area of County Armagh, this village is situated near Waringstown.

See also

If you are looking for places outside of Ireland that are also known as Milltown, you can check out the main Milltown (disambiguation) page.

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