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Ballyquin Beach

Ballyquin Beach is located approximately 4km north east of Ardmore.

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Pebble Beach, Ballyquin, Ardmore, Waterford (Outdoors)Directions
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ScheduleOpen at any hour, with no gate, ticket desk or closing time.

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Weather · Fri, 16 Oct

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4–12°C · 0 mm daytime rain

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Suitable for families; no specific age range is statedOutdoors

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Things to do near Ardmore, Co. Waterford

What to expect

Ballyquin Beach is located approximately 4km north east of Ardmore. This secluded beach has a good expanse of soft sand. It is quite open so when it's windy you will likely need a windbreak. This sandy beach with tide pools and rock fishing, there are some pools for the kids to explore and some shelter from the rocks. It is popular for walking, fishing, camping and swimming.

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  • Beach

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