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Crawfordsburn Beach

Down, Northern Ireland


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Crawfordsburn Beach, situated on Belfast Lough, is a popular destination for those seeking stunning coastal views, sandy shores, and a range of outdoor activities. .

Crawfordsburn Beach is a pleasant, sandy beach flanked by rocks and backed by Crawfordsburn Country Park. The beach offers views out across Belfast Lough towards Carrickfergus and is gently sloped, making it an ideal spot for bathing. However, visitors are advised to take note of a safety warning sign before entering the water.

The beach is not particularly wide, and the sand almost disappears at high tide. At low tide, there are many opportunities to explore rockpools in search of marine wildlife. A pathway runs behind the beach, in front of the wooded country park, which offers plenty of wonderful opportunities for walking through the tranquil woods and features a stunning waterfall.

Crawfordsburn Country Park offers woodland, ponds, meadows, and marked trails. There is free parking at the country park, as well as public toilets and a café. Further facilities, including a golf course and a railway station with frequent services to Belfast, can be found in the nearby town of Helen's Bay and in Crawfordsburn village, about half a mile from the beach.

For more extensive facilities, Bangor is just a few miles east of the beach. Visitors can also explore the nearby town of Helen's Bay and Crawfordsburn village for additional amenities and services.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 100%
Max temperature 16°C
feels like 16°C
Wind 19mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 91%
Min temperature 9°C
feels like 10°C
Wind 19mph

The tide at Crawfordsburn Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 2:35 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 8:23 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Things to do and see in the area

Crawfordsburn Country Park (0.7 miles)
Grey Point Fort (0.8 miles)
Marine Gardens Coastal Walk (1.8 miles)
Pickie Family Fun Park (1.9 miles)
Bangor Castle Walled Garden (2.2 miles)
Omeya Day Spa (2.3 miles)
North Down Museum (2.5 miles)
Ward Park (2.7 miles)
Cultra Manor (3.1 miles)
Ulster Folk & Transport Museum (3.3 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Crawfordsburn

Coordinates: 54°40'3"N 5°43'19"W

Mapcode: IRL XR.63TH

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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: Down

Country: Northern Ireland

Local Authority: North Down

Nearest postcode: BT19 1XL

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