
Blue Flag award winner. Cranfield West offers a gently sloping, mainly sandy beach located at the entrance to Carlingford Lough, an area designated as being of Special Scientific Interest. Set in an idyllic location at the mouth of Carlingford Lough this south facing beach boasts the majestic Mourne Mountains as a backdrop. Facilities include parking, children's play area, toilets and showers. Lifeguard supervision July-Aug daily 11 am-6 pm and Sept w/ends only.
Contact Details:
Kilkeel Down
Tel: (028) 4176 2525
Location: ACCESS: The nearest town is Kilkeel, located approximately 4 miles from the beach. Access routes are clearly signposted. Off the main Rostrevor to Kilkeel road. Read more
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Cranfield West Blue Flag Beach
Portstewart Strand and Barmouth

The magnificent strand at Portstewart calls to mind sunny summer days, picnics, sandcastles and long walks. The beach is two miles of golden sand. In the sand dunes, enjoy walks among butterflies and wild flowers. The Barmouth is a sanctuary for waders, wildfowl and nesting birds. The hide on the west side of the River Bann allows birdwatchers good opportunities to see bird spectacles.
First Aid and National Trust wardens on hand
• Designated no car areas and children’s play area
• Designated water sports zone
• Way marked nature trail
• Sand dune system is a haven for wild flowers and butterflies
Visitor facilities:
Retail area and toilets. Coast is suitable for picnics. Access for visitors with disabilities. Only dogs on leads are welcome.
Prices:
Admission charged when facilities open 1st March - 2nd November Car £4.50, Minibus £12.50, Coach £18 National Trust Members Free
Opening times:
Open access all year Facilities open 1 March - 27 April 10am - 6pm 28 April - 31 May 10am - 8pm 1 June - 31 August 10am - 9pm 1- 28 Sept 10am- 8pm 29 Sept - 2 Nov 10am - 6pm
Contact Details: National Trust Portstewart Strand Visitor Centre 118 Strand Road Portstewart Londonderry BT55 7PG
Tel: (028) 7083 6396 Fax: (028) 7083 6396
Directions: Train: Service from Belfast or Londonderry to Coleraine. Bus: Ulsterbus No 218 from Belfast terminates in Portstewart. Cycle: NCN route 93 runs past the Strand. Car: The Strand is a few minutes from the centre of Portstewart. Drive time: Belfast 1.15 hours Read more about places to visit in Ireland