Sutton

Burrow beach

Good for Relax

7.1

/ 10 Good

#40 out of 56
in Leinster

About

Burrow beach is located on the Irish Sea (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 40th place out of 56 beaches in the Leinster region 11.6 km away from its center, the city of Dublin. It is one of the beaches of Sutton settlement, just 0.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with blue 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, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Burrow beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

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

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

To get to the beach, you need to take a short promenade.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Portmarnock Beach, which has a rating of 8.5.

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Historical

+12 ^oC +10 ^oC

Air temperature

5.7 M/S

Wind

+11 ^oC

Water temperature

0.3 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Tolerable

4.8/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Frustrating

3.5/10

Amenities

Bad

1.1/10

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Burrow beach is located in Leinster within Sutton, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

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

"The beach is absolutely lovely, with a nice coastal area that isn't overcrowded at all. However, the weather during this summer wasn't great, so it might get busier on hot days. It's a great spot for leisurely walks, flying kites, and swimming. I highly recommend it, especially for those who enjoy swimming in the rain."

Bea Lyra

"The beach is quite long and has beautiful white sand. It's possible to walk up to Howth and enjoy all its amenities during low tide, which typically takes around 30 minutes. However, there isn't much in the surrounding area in terms of restaurants. Additionally, there is only one public toilet and changing room available."

Lidka Sorenson

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8 (Very good)

Portmarnock, Ireland

Portmarnock Strand

Portmarnock Beach

8.5

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Portmarnock 1.5 km

Dublin, Ireland

Dollymount Strand

Dollymount Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Dublin 6.3 km

Malahide, Ireland

Malahide Strand

Malahide Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Malahide 1 km

Portraine, Ireland

Donabate Strand

Donabate Beach

8.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble

Portraine 1.7 km

Rush, Ireland

Fingal Bay Strand

Fingal Bay Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Rush 1.3 km

Killiney, Ireland

Killiney Strand

Killiney Beach

8.4

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water, Sand & Pebbles bottom

Killiney 1 km

Rush, Ireland

Rush North Strand

Rush North Beach

8.4

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Rush 1 km

Skerries, Ireland

Skerries Strand

Skerries Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Skerries 0.1 km

Bray, Ireland

Bray Strand

Bray Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water

Bray 1 km

Balbriggan, Ireland

Balbriggan Strand

Balbriggan Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Balbriggan 0.4 km

Greystones, Ireland

Graystones South Strand

Graystones South Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom

Greystones 0.2 km

Gormanston, Ireland

Gormanston Strand

Gormanston Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Gormanston 1.5 km

What to do in Burrow beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Burrow beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Burrow beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

Beach surroundings

Attractions Transport Localities

Attractions

Howth Lighthouse• 2.3km
Viewpoint of Cliffs...• 4.4km

Transport

DUB• 11.7km
Busáras Central Bus...• 11.1km
Howth• 24 min walk

Localities

Sutton• 700m
Dublin• 11.6km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Burrow beach?

The coastline of Burrow beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Burrow beach?

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

The Burrow beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing
Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Burrow 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.

Burrow 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.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Burrow beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Burrow beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Burrow beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Burrow beach?

Burrow beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Beachgoers with pets

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Burrow beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Burrow beach.

How far is the Burrow beach from parking?

The Burrow beach has no parking spot and you have to walk along the trail for half a kilometer to reach the beach.

Are there any attractions nearby Burrow beach?

There are 2 attractions near Burrow beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Howth Lighthouse located in 2.3 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Burrow beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Burrow beach is August. Its average value reaches 17°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?

Burrow 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.Burrow 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.