beaches ireland

Meath has only a small coastline, but the beaches at Bettystown, Laytown and Mornington are beautiful, sandy and have safe, shallow bathing.
Please Note: None of these beaches have been awarded Blue Flags. They may not be the safest the swim in and you're not gauranteed of a life gaurd being on duty....

Mayo, with its many clean, sheltered beaches is ideal for swimming, sailing, surfing and other watersports. Mullagharoe is a Blue Flag Beach; bathing areas which have met international criteria for clean water, freedom from pollution, safe access, sanitary facilities, lifeguards on duty, wheelchair access, and information centres. The Blue Flag Beach campaign's standards are 20 times higher than the minimum set by the EU directive on bathing water quality. But there are beaches which are clean,...

Mayo, with its many clean, sheltered beaches is ideal for swimming, sailing, surfing and other watersports. Golden Strand is a Blue Flag Beach; bathing areas which have met international criteria for clean water, freedom from pollution, safe access, sanitary facilities, lifeguards on duty, wheelchair access, and information centres. The Blue Flag Beach campaign's standards are 20 times higher than the minimum set by the EU directive on bathing water quality. But there are beaches which are clea...

Tragumna is a small beach located just outside of Skibbereen. It is a blue flag beach.
The strand stretches for 6km - nearly as far as Skibbereen. It can be reached by turning off the R596 at Abisdealy Bridge and follow sign for Tragumna....

Portrush is the proud owner of three blue flag beaches – Portrush West Strand, Portrush East Strand and Whiterocks – the choice here is endless!
Set in the heart Portrush, the long sandy beach of Portrush West offers a sheltered retreat boasting magnificent coastal views and modern facilities. The charming promenade runs the length of the beach.
With a caravan site close by, Portrush West is popular with families looking for a traditional seaside. You can also admire the spec...

Mayo, with its many clean, sheltered beaches is ideal for swimming, sailing, surfing and other watersports. Mulrany is a Blue Flag Beach; bathing areas which have met international criteria for clean water, freedom from pollution, safe access, sanitary facilities, lifeguards on duty, wheelchair access, and information centres. The Blue Flag Beach campaign's standards are 20 times higher than the minimum set by the EU directive on bathing water quality. But there are beaches which are clean, y...

Two lovely beaches at Helen's Bay flank Crawfordsburn County Park which has an information centre and is open all year for riding and walks. Grey Point Fort, a restored coastal gun site, was manned in both world wars....

Mayo, with its many clean, sheltered beaches is ideal for swimming, sailing, surfing and other watersports. Dooega is a Blue Flag Beach; bathing areas which have met international criteria for clean water, freedom from pollution, safe access, sanitary facilities, lifeguards on duty, wheelchair access, and information centres. The Blue Flag Beach campaign's standards are 20 times higher than the minimum set by the EU directive on bathing water quality. But there are beaches which are clean, yet...

Another of Northern Irelands blue flag beaches is located at Ballycastle in County Antrim. The beach here is clean and is a popular spot with both locals and visitors alike!
Situated on the spectacular North Antrim coast, Ballycastle is a traditional friendly seaside town. Whether you’re a walker, a paddler a swimmer or a diver - you’ll fall in love with the sea at Ballycastle!...

The dunes at Tyrella were probably formed following a fall in sea level after 6,500 BC, allowing blown sand to accumulate above the high water mark. The beach and dune areas came under the control of Down District in the late 1980's. The Council were then charged with the responsibility of providing improved facilities for open air recreation and also of implementing conservation measures to arrest further erosion of the dune area. The aim of the scheme is to conserve the dune and its flor...