Skerries, South Beach

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2024-10-14

Skerries, South Beach is located in the county of Dublin. During the bathing season, a lifeguard is on duty, 11am to 7pm weekends only in June & full time July & August. There are toilets and a parking spot nearby. Dogs must be kept on a leash. The beach is accessible to guests with disabilities. Beach wheelchair is available. The wheelchair in Skerries is available at the Lifeguard Huts. The chair is a DeBug Chair which is designed for ease of movement on uneven ground and soft sand. The service is FREE OF CHARGE but you are strongly advised to book in advance to avoid disappointment (contact number is 086-8090153). You will be asked to complete a booking form and to present a valid ID as proof of identity.Bus Route
Skerries South Beach is a lengthy sandy shore that gradually slopes towards the sea. The beach's northern edge is demarcated by the Red Island headland rocks.
Swimming – Windsurfing– Sailing– Canoeing– Scuba-diving & snorkelling– Kite surfing– Fishing only in the harbour near byThere is a beautiful esplanade and coastal walkway adjacent to the beach, which ends at the Red Island
Skerries South Beach is located in Skerries town, situated in Fingal, North County Dublin. The beach is approx. 32 km from Dublin City Centre. The beach is situated to the south of RedIslandand is opposite RockabillI Island the Rockabill Lighthouse. Skerries South Beach is 2.5km long. The designated bathing area is 0.5 km long and approximately 0.04 km2. The Mill Stream discharges directly to the beach to the south of the designated bathing water.

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