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Downhill Beach
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Downhill Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 18th place out of 52 beaches in the Ulster region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine 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 not crowded place during the season.
Downhill Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
To get to the beach, you need to walk along a mountain trail about 500m long. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Benone Beach, which has a rating of 8.5.
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Downhill Beach is located in Ulster within Stroove, 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
"This is an absolutely incredible place with a truly unique vibe and beauty! My most favorite beach in Northern Ireland!! 💚🩵"
Ana Lumikot
"Downhill Strand is an amazing beach located in Northern Ireland. The beach is well known for its stunning views of the Atlantic ocean and its picturesque sand dunes. The beach is also a popular spot for surfing and other water sports. The sand is a beautiful golden color, and the waves are perfect for surfing. The beach is also great for swimming, with its crystal clear wate..."
Anoob Madhu Lathika
User reviews
"This is an absolutely incredible place with a truly unique vibe and beauty! My most favorite beach in Northern Ireland!! 💚🩵"
Ana Lumikot
"Downhill Strand is an amazing beach located in Northern Ireland. The beach is well known for its stunning views of the Atlantic ocean and its picturesque sand dunes. The beach is also a popular spot for surfing and other water sports. The sand is a beautiful golden color, and the waves are perfect for surfing. The beach is also great for swimming, with its crystal clear wate..."
Anoob Madhu Lathika
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Downhill Beach?
The Downhill Beach is covered with soft and fine 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 also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Downhill Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Downhill 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 Downhill 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.
Downhill 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 Downhill Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Downhill 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Downhill Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Downhill 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.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Downhill Beach?
The bar is located right on the Downhill Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Surf Shack - Castlerock Surf School & Cafe is the closest place located 1400 meters from the beach.
How far is the Downhill Beach from parking?
The Downhill 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 and you have to overcome a long descent.
Are there any attractions nearby Downhill Beach?
There are 1 attractions near Downhill Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Dunne Waterfall located in 1.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Downhill Beach (Ulster) 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.Downhill Beach (Ulster) 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.
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