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Murlough Beach stretches from Newcastle to Tyrella, situated in front of the Murlough National Nature Reserve. The beach is nestled under the beautiful Mourne Mountains and is known for its strong winds, making it a popular spot for surfing, kite surfing, and windsurfing. However, the main attraction of the area is walking, either along the beautiful sandy beach or amongst the sand dunes.
Behind the beach, Murlough Nature Reserve, a 6000-year-old system of dunes, is renowned for its diverse wildlife, including badgers, stoats, 23 species of butterfly, and a large variety of birdlife. The reserve became Ireland's first nature reserve after the National Trust took ownership in 1967. Visitors can also spot seals along the coast and occasionally see porpoises in the waters. Dogs must be kept on a lead in the nature reserve.
The closest parking is the Murlough National Nature Reserve Car Park, located next to Lazy BJ Ranch and Mourneview Caravan Parks, with toilets also available. To access the beach, visitors must walk a few hundred meters through the nature reserve. The nearest town to the beach is Newcastle, about two miles to the southwest of the nature reserve, which can be reached directly along the beach, past the Royal County Down Golf Club.
Tyrella Beach, located in Dundrum Bay, Downpatrick, County Down, is another popular sandy beach with family-friendly facilities, including lifeguards on duty during the summer months. The beach is backed by a dune conservation area brimming with wildlife, making it a wonderful place for a walk. Visitors can also take a horse ride along the beach from Seahorse Polo and Beach Rides nearby.
During the summer months, there is a lifeguard service at Murlough Beach, ensuring safe bathing for visitors.
Sand
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 96% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 16°C |
| Wind 19mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 81% |
| Min temperature | 9°C |
| feels like | 10°C |
| Wind 19mph |  |
The tide at Murlough Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 2:59 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 9:00 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Parking is available but involves a short walk over the dunes.
Dogs are allowed.
Daily - 25th June - 4th September
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Kilbroney Park (1.5 miles)
Dundrum Castle (1.7 miles)
Royal County Down Golf Club (2.4 miles)
Slieve Donard (2.5 miles)
Slieve Donard Spa (2.5 miles)
Life Adventure Centre (2.5 miles)
Mourne Archery Centre (2.6 miles)
Newcastle Visitor Information Centre (3 miles)
Soak Seaweed Baths (3.3 miles)
Murlough National Nature Reserve (3.4 miles)
All distances are approximate
around 3 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles east as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 17 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 17 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 25 miles by road.
around 19 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 24 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 32 miles by road.
around 30 miles north as the seagull flies, around 38 miles by road.
around 30 miles north as the seagull flies, around 38 miles by road.
around 31 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 40 miles by road.
around 23 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 29 miles by road.
around 25 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 33 miles by road.
Location: Dundrum
Coordinates: 54°14'17"N 5°50'10"W
Mapcode: IRL X7.769D
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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: County Down
Nearest postcode: BT33 0QQ
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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