Public bathing water16 miEast Strand
Portrush Curran, Ballycraig Lower
Ballycastle Beach
Broughanlea, Northern IrelandSea pool on Ballycastle bathing waterPublic swimming
Identified bathing water on the Antrim coast, extending about 1.2 kilometres from Ballycastle Marina to Pans Rock.
- Water
- Sea pool, Ballycastle bathing water
- Entry
- Car-parking fees apply at some nearby car parks.
- Facilities
- Car parking, toilets, playground
- Dogs
- Dogs are permitted, with restrictions from 1 June to 15 September.
- Managed by
- Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council
When you can swim
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Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers
Getting there
Rules to know before you go
- Swim between the red and yellow flags when lifeguards are present.
- Do not bathe during or for up to two days after heavy rainfall.
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Questions about Ballycastle Beach
Can you swim at Ballycastle Beach?
Yes. Ballycastle Beach is an identified bathing water and public swimming is supported, with seasonal lifeguard patrols.
Does it cost anything to swim at Ballycastle Beach?
Car-parking fees apply at some nearby car parks.
Are dogs allowed at Ballycastle Beach?
Dogs are permitted, with restrictions from 1 June to 15 September.
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