Kilmovee is a village and civil parish in County Mayo, Ireland. It is on the R325 road, midway between Kilkelly and Ballaghaderreen. Kilmovee is a picturesque mainly rural parish noted for its beautiful woodland, Irish music and amateur drama. The local people have maintained a strong cultural tradition and continue to develop facilities for the community. In 1975, Kilmovee teacher Seosamh Mac Gabhann set up a Senior Céilí Band in Kilmovee, named Ceoltóirí Mobhí. The band has gained nationwide recognition with two of their jigs, known as The Kilmovee Jigs. In 1977 one of the first rural swimming pools in Ireland was opened in Kilmovee.In March 200...
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