Load mobile navigation
PREMIUM

Beaches

Quaint Irish village with vibrant multi-coloured houses and beautiful bay
Travel
West Cork is famed for its dramatic coastal landscapes and colourful villages and this is just one of the hidden gems that lies within it
Bookmark
Irish island completely abandoned with tropical beaches and abundant wildlife
Travel
There's a hidden tropical island with beautiful white beaches, the bluest of water and unmatched sunsets off of the coast of Ireland
Bookmark
Two people tragically drowned trying to save swept-away teen, inquest hears
Coastguard
Fifteen-year-old Grace was swept away to sea after standing near rocks in Withernsea
Bookmark
Irish seaside town with medieval castle ruins and scenic beaches perfect for foodies
Travel
This village has a whole lot to offer visitors, from its stunning landscapes and medieval history to delicious local cuisine - it's no wonder people keep coming back to explore more
Bookmark
Hidden gem Irish seaside town with colourful cottages and spectacular walks
Travel
The charming Victorian town is perfect for a coastal getaway, with stunning walks and a historic railway museum to explore
Bookmark
Holidaymakers threaten to ditch Spain and 'go elsewhere' over new rule change
Spain holidays
Thousands of Irish tourists are planning autumn trips to Spain, but a proposed nationwide rule change has already sparked frustration and debate among some holidaymakers.
Bookmark
Coastal areas are cleaner than ever but coffee cup litter still blights four in 10 sites
Irish Business Against Litter
Despite the benign summer weather bringing higher visitor numbers to beaches and waterways, the Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) shows the majority of beaches attained 'clean' status
Bookmark
Inside the secret Donegal holiday home with 'the most glorious' beach on its doorstep
Property
Moorhen House holiday home, a hidden gem in Donegal, has wowed guests with its modern comforts, stunning countryside views and its doorstep access to the 'most glorious' Carrickfin Strand.
Bookmark
Irish drivers have until Wednesday night to remove 3 items from their cars
Weather
Motorists in Ireland are being warned to remove three items from their cars by Wednesday night or early Thursday, as soaring temperatures could make these everyday items dangerous.
Bookmark
Six things everyone needs to know before wild swimming in Ireland
Swimming
Summertime is the best time of year to brave the sea or open water, but there are a few things to bear in mind if you're thinking of taking the plunge
Bookmark
Two popular Dublin beaches hit with 'Do Not Swim' notices for next seven days
Beaches
A ‘Do Not Swim’ notice has been put in place at Front Strand at Balbriggan beach and Claremont beach in Howth by Fingal County Council
Bookmark
Urgent Irish beach warning over tiny venomous creature with 'excruciating' sting
Beaches
As Ireland faces a sweltering heatwave and crowds flock to the beach, Water Safety Ireland has issued a nationwide warning about venomous Weever fish buried in shallow sand that can deliver an excruciating sting.
Bookmark
Drivers fined €150 at Irish beach for disgraceful offence as gardai issue urgent warning
An Garda Siochana
As Ireland gears up for a rare heatwave, gardai have issued fines at a busy Dublin beach and warned the public to respect important rules.
Bookmark
'Golden' Irish beach just an hour from Dublin where you might see dolphins
Beaches
A gorgeous beach with sandy beaches just an hour from Dublin can get seriously busy during the summer months. However, some people think it's worth the trip thanks to things you might see
Bookmark
'Warm and full of kindness.' School pays heartbreaking tribute to young boy, 7, who died in Sligo beach tragedy
Sligo
Seven-year-old Alan Singh died after getting into difficulty in the water at Lissadell Beach in Sligo on Saturday
Bookmark
Ireland's newest Blue Flag beaches named as temperatures soar - is your beach on the list?
Beaches
A record number of Irish beaches have been handed the Blue Flag award in a ceremony on Friday, just in time for families to pack their swimsuits as Ireland heads into another scorching weekend
Bookmark
Two Irish beaches deemed to have 'poor' quality bathing water, EPA report finds
Environment
Three new beaches have also been recognised as part of the survey
Bookmark
Ireland weather: Exact time 486km wall of rain to swallow country as Met Eireann issues stark alert
Met Eireann
Ireland's mini-heatwave is set to end in dramatic fashion with a 486km wall of rain bringing hail, thunder and a sharp drop in temperatures, with Met Eireann warning of a washout.
Bookmark
The gorgeous island where €1.20 pints meets 30C weather in April
Cheap holidays
Zanzibar offers budget-friendly travel with €1.20 pints and 30C weather in April, making it a perfect destination for Irish sun-seekers on a budget.
Bookmark
Spain holiday chaos won't stop Irish tourists - as 2025's most popular getaway spots are revealed
Spain
Anti-tourism protests in Spain haven't stopped Irish tourists, with bookings to the country's top getaway spots for 2025 surging despite the chaos.
Bookmark
Drugs overdose, discarded syringes, and mystery man washes ashore at top Dublin beach
Dublin City Council
Exclusive: Lifeguard logbooks that Dublin City Council didn't want you to see reveal a shocking pattern of antisocial behaviour at Dollymount Strand
Bookmark
Loo to Improve: Couple convert abandoned beachside toilet into dream home
Dream homes
It took Elaine and Alan Taylor 10 years to transform a 'very smelly' seaside loo into their dream home in an incredible location with spectacular views
Bookmark
Young mum dies after 'falling over and getting trapped between rocks' at beach
Coast Guard
"Beautiful" Saffron Cole-Nottage died at the weekend after a tragedy in which she reportedly found herself trapped between rocks
Bookmark
Investigation launched after dead sheep wash up on popular Donegal beach
Donegal
Four of the animals and a dead seal were discovered at Nairn Beach earlier today
Bookmark
Story Saved
You can find this story in  My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.