beaches ireland

Leave the harbour, taking the Harbour road. Turn left at Kilrane, where a tourist office operates during the summer months. St. Helens Bay Golf and Country Club (signposted, 4km), boasts an 18-hole golf course overlooking the coast and beach. This course is a fine mix of links and parkland and the marvellous views can be a pleasant accompaniment on the golfing round. There are two lovely beaches by the course and the Sli Charman - Wexford Coastal Path - can be joined here....

Two hundred kilometres of coastline on two seas; miles and miles of unspoilt golden strand and secluded coves, four Blue Flag awards attesting the purity of the water, added to the wild beauty and more hours of sunshine than any other part of Ireland make Wexford a beach lovers paradise.
The magnificent Curracloe Beach is the scene for the Stephen Spielberg and Tow Hanks Normandy Landing Movie 'Saving Private Ryan'.
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Fanore is a blue flag beach, which can be found in Ballyvaughan in north west Clare. If you’re visiting the area be sure to stroll along the sandy shore or better still enjoy a swim in the cool Atlantic sea.
Found close to the Burren, even Fanore Beach can boast the delicate limestone cliffs that the area is renowned for.
From Ballyvaughan take R477 westward for 12km....

Bundoran Beach is a blue flag beach. It's located approx. 250m north of Bundoran's main street, adjacent to Waterworld and the funfair.
Bundoran is a sandy beach facing Donegal Bay and the Atlantic. The beach is bounded on the north and south by rocks and on the east by the promenade roadway.
The beach is life guarded from June to August, from 10am to 9pm. First aid and a telephone are available at the lifeguard station....

This Blue Flag beach is located in north west Clare. Its waters are safe to swim in and it's always patrolled by lifegaurds.
Formerly known as Leath Inse, or peninsula, from its water-bound location, its present Irish name derives from a prominent member of the O'Connor clan who is buried here.

Lahinch, some 3km west of Ennistymon is a very popular holiday resort, noted for its bathing beach and even more famous for its championship links and 18-hole golf course. There...

Youghal is blessed with not just one but two blue flag beaches! These offer miles upon miles of seaside fun! Youghal Strand and Clay Castle are Youghals most popular beaches.
Youghal Strand is renowned for its clean safe waters so if your in Youghal for a swim a trip here is a must! The huge open strand allows loads of room for ball games, sunbathing, jogging and walking. This is located just ¾’s of a mile from Youghal town centre.
Clay Castle is similar to Youghal Strand. The...

Rossnowlagh is a blue flag beach in Rossnawlagh County Donegal. The beaches stran is named Belalt Strand. This extends to the north-northwest for over 2km - from the cliffs at Coolmore in the south to the rock outcrop at Carrickfad.
Rossnowlagh is a very busy beach with a long tradition of beach parking and large resident and day-tripper populations. It is one of Irelands main surfing beaches....

Garryvoe is a gorgeous blue flag beach located in East Cork in the sunny south of Ireland.
The strand is composed of mixed pebble. Let the waves crash at your feet or if you feel brave enough hit the sea and have a swim!
The beach can be found in the village of Garryvoe. From Castlemartyr, take the R632 to Garryvoe. Wheelchair access is provided. The beach is life guarded throughout the bathing season....

Carrickfinn is a gorgeous blue flag beach located in Anagary in County Donegal. This beach has an extensive sandy shore with sand dunes for you to explore.
Carrickfinn is situated in Gweedore Bay, which is a Natural Heritage Area with many varied coastal habitats. There are extensive grasslands and the area is noted for the presence of rare plant species. Glenveagh National Park is just a short drive from here....