Ballyduff, County Waterford

Ballyduff is a village in County Waterford, Ireland. It is also a parish in the Waterford and Lismore.
Historical maps mark the location of Ballyduff Castle in ruins. It was built in 1627 by the carpenter Andrew Tucker for the Earl of Cork. The Drew family gained possession of it later in the 17th century.

Location and access

Ballyduff is approximately west of Lismore, County Waterford and east of Fermoy, County Cork. The village is located on the River Blackwater, which is spanned by the late 19th century Ballyduff Bridge.
The former Ballyduff railway station was located on the Waterford to Mallow line. It was served by the Rosslare to Cork boat train.
Bus routes which serve the area include Local Link Waterford services on certain days. Until 2010, Ballyduff was served by Bus Éireann route 366.

Amenities

Ballyduff has a Roman Catholic church, a parish hall and a national school.
The local Gaelic Athletic Association club, Ballyduff Upper GAA, was named "club of the year" in 2005.