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Ballycastle is a traditional seaside town that serves as an excellent base for exploring local attractions such as the Giant's Causeway, Glens of Antrim, and Rathlin. The town is home to a fine stretch of sandy beach that runs from the 74-berth marina to the popular fishing spot of Pans Rocks, just over a mile away. The river Margy flows into the sea at the town end of the beach and can be crossed via a stone bridge that leads from the seafront promenade.
The beach at Ballycastle is generally regarded as safe for swimming, despite not being patrolled by a lifeguard service. It is also a popular spot for surfing. The beach is ideal for families, with safe paddling and swimming areas, and is backed by a promenade at the eastern end, where the marina and pier are located. Visitors can take boat trips from the pier, and golfers can enjoy a round at the nearby Ballycastle Golf Course.
The beach has easy access, with parking close by, as well as wheelchair access, disabled parking, and disabled toilets. There are also shops nearby, and RNLI lifeguards are on duty seasonally. The beach is dog-friendly, but with restrictions in place from 1st June to 15th September.
Ballycastle Beach is situated near to several local attractions, including the Glens of Antrim, Rathlin, and the Giant's Causeway. Visitors can explore the area and walk along the beach to Pans Rock, or take advantage of the town's proximity to these popular destinations.
Harbour Sand
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 100% |
| Max temperature | 14°C |
| feels like | 14°C |
| Wind 19mph |  |
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| Chance of rain | 100% |
| Min temperature | 7°C |
| feels like | 9°C |
| Wind 20mph | |
The tide at Ballycastle Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 4:42 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 10:58 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Campsite
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Litter bins
There is a car park next to the beach.
Dog restrictions apply
No lifeguard cover at this beach
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All distances are approximate
around 9 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 11 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 12 miles west as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 15 miles west as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 16 miles west as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 17 miles west as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 18 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 26 miles by road.
around 18 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 26 miles by road.
around 20 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 28 miles by road.
around 20 miles west as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 22 miles west as the seagull flies, around 29 miles by road.
around 23 miles west as the seagull flies, around 29 miles by road.
around 25 miles west as the seagull flies, around 32 miles by road.
around 26 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 35 miles by road.
around 31 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 53 miles by road.
Location: Ballycastle
Coordinates: 55°12'17"N 6°14'10"W
Mapcode: IRL SY.SH61
What 3 Words: hungry.paving.stag
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: Antrim
Country: Northern Ireland
Local Authority: Moyle
Nearest postcode: BT54 6QP
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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