beaches ireland

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...

Tra an Doilin can be found in an area of great natural beauty in an Ceathru Rua. The blue flag beach is noted for its very fine coral. The beach is lifeguarded throughout the bathing season.
Looking for somewhere to do some water sports? Look no further as this is an excellent area to bring snorkellers and novice divers, whilst the more experienced divers can do their own thing....

Located southwest of Ventry on the Dingle Peninsula, is this very popular Blue Flag Beach.  Access to the beach, can be gained just outside Ventry Village. When you arrive you can relax on the sandy strand, explore the small dunes or bring the dog for a walk in the extensive wet grasslands!...

The Strand is two miles long and is best known as a mecca for holiday makers but it is also an important nature conservation area. The dune system which was formed about 5,000 years ago has several dunes which reach a height of more than 30 metres and there are also relics of a Neolithic settlement. The combination of open sand, dune and damp hollows provide a mosaic of habitats rich in plants and insects. Amongst abundant plants such as kidney vetch, wild thyme and red fescue are much...

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...

Cill Mhuirbhigh or Kilmurvey, is a sandy blue flag beach situated on one of the Aran Islands, Inishmore Island.
Along with great swimming conditions and areas to play, the whole area is rich in habitats. Several rare plant species are listed in the Red Data Book. The birdlife that's found here is has gained international recognition! Not many places can say that!...

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...

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....

Maherbeg is one the many sandy beaches to be found on the Maharees Peninsula. It can be found in Castlegregory, which is located on the north side of the Dingle Peninsula, halfway between Tralee and Dingle.
Stroll along the vast coastline and let the magnificent waves crash at your feet. Wander around the secretive dunes or if you more energetic do a spot of surfing!
The area is renowned for its great watersports! Check out more about the area ...

Downhill strand, where the bishop was accustomed to hold horseback races between his clergy, is popular for surf fishing, especially bass. The view east from the Mussenden Temple embraces the fine beach and sandhills at the resort of Castlerock and the first of a string of fine golf links that stretch eastwards along the coast....