Wild Swim Atlas

    Murlough

    Murlough Lower, Northern IrelandSea pool on Murlough bathing waterPublic swimming

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    Murlough is a sandy beach and identified bathing water on the South Down coast.

    Water
    Sea pool, Murlough bathing water
    Entry
    See official website
    Managed by
    Newry, Mourne and Down District Council; National Trust

    When you can swim

    Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

    Getting there

    Murlough is near Murlough Lower, Northern Ireland. Use the coordinates below in your maps app, and check road access with the land manager before you go.

    54.2392, -5.8482

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    Swimming spots nearby

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    Public bathing area29 mi

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    Sea pool
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    Brown's Bay

    Sea pool
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