Brittas Bay

Brittas Bay Beach

Good for Relax

7.7

/ 10 Very good

#27 out of 56
in Leinster

About

Brittas Bay Beach is located on the Irish Sea and it is in the 27th place out of 56 beaches in the Leinster region 52.5 km away from its center, the city of Dublin. It is one of the beaches of Ballinclea settlement, just 2.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Brittas Bay Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Magheramore Beach, which has a rating of 8.6.

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Historical

+12 ^oC +9 ^oC

Air temperature

5.3 M/S

Wind

+11 ^oC

Water temperature

0.3 M

Wave height

Ballinclea, Leinster,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Very poor

2/10

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Brittas Bay Beach is located in Leinster within Ballinclea, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"Beautiful beach, with clear waters and no jellyfish to be seen! Was extremely busy by the afternoon but space for everyone. There is a coffee truck, food truck and ice cream van in the car park. Food truck sells hot dogs, taco fries, burgers, sausage and chips etc. Not fantastic food but ok. There is a Daybreak convenience store about 2km further north along the road with a ..."

Karen browne

"I loved visiting here. The beach was pristinely clean when I walked it. I visited on a colder overcast day and it was so peaceful. I basically had the beach to myself. The toilet facilities were open and were very clean for a public beach. The parking was free because the barrier was up. Its a very sandy beach with minimal rocks. I definitely see why its so popular in the su..."

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - low, mostly locals
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
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location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

DUB• 60.4km
Arklow• 13.3km
Arklow• 13.8km

Localities

Ballinclea• 2.7km
Dublin• 52.5km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Brittas Bay Beach?

The coastline of Brittas Bay Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Brittas Bay Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Brittas Bay Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Brittas Bay Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Brittas Bay Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Brittas Bay Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Brittas Bay Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Brittas Bay Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Brittas Bay Beach is visited only by a few travellers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Brittas Bay Beach?

Brittas Bay Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers (caravans / tent)

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Brittas Bay Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Brittas Bay Beach.

How far is the Brittas Bay Beach from parking?

The Brittas Bay Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Brittas Bay Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Brittas Bay Beach is August. Its average value reaches 18°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 9°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Brittas Bay Beach (Leinster) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Brittas Bay Beach (Leinster) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.