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83 beaches in ireland
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Bundoran Beach
Bundoran, Donegal
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....
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Rossnowlagh Blue Flag Beach
Rossnowlagh, Donegal
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....
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Carrickfinn
Anagary, Gweedore, Donegal
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....
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Marble Hill
Dunfanaghy, Donegal
Marble Hill, another of Dunfanagh’s blue flag beaches, is located on the north-west coast of Donegal. Situated in Sheephaven Bay, it is an extensive sandy beach and is home to a lot of varieties of wildlife.
The fun sand dunes have many flowers and bird species – in fact this is one of the last areas in Ireland where you may hear the rare bird, the Corncrake, calling.
Marble Hill is used mainly by the local community and receives large numbers of visitors during peak times....
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Lisfannon
Fahan, Donegal
This is a sandy beach on the shores of Lough Swilly. Lisfannon is a blue flag beach and is also a natural heritage area along with being a key wetlands site for birds.
Lisfannon is a major recreational beach for locals and particularly for day-trippers from Derry City in Northern Island. The beach is life guarded throughout the bathing season....
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Benone Strand
Limavady, Derry
Benone Strand is a blue flag beach located in Limavady in County Derry. You’ll be glad to hear that the clean, golden sands of Benone Strand are free from rocks, shingle or seaweed and are preceded by the glorious natural formations of Benone's sand dunes.
If rambling through the sand dunes or walking the seven mile stretch of golden sands isn't enough to wet your appetite, then there are plenty of other things you can do to occupy your time.
You’ll find a playground,...
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Portsalon Blue Flag Beach
Portsalon, Donegal
Portsalon beach is quite simply stunning. Heather covered mountains plunge into the blue seas of Ballymastocker Bay.
This is a Blue Flag beach so you can be assured that it's clean, safe and is often a popular choice for holidaymakers....
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Portrush - Blue Flag Beaches
Portrush, Antrim
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...
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Ballycastle
Ballycastle, Antrim
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!...
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Dungarvan Beaches
Dungarvan Tourism, Town Hall, Dungarvan, Waterford
Numerous sandy beaches can be found along the 15 mile Dungarven coast.
A mention must be made of Clonea, which is just two miles away from the town centre. Its soft golden sand making it the perfect place for all the family to laze away the long summer days. Many people holiday here and caravans can be hired also....
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