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Bishop’s Quarter Beach

The beach is located a few miles past Ballyvaughan village on the R447 road from Ballyvaughan to Fanore and is accessed by a narrow byroad.

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Where
Ballyvaughan Holiday Cottages, Bishopsquarter, Ballyvaughan, Clare (Outdoors)Directions
Cost
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Ages
Suitable for families; no specific age range is stated
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Opening hours

Status
ScheduleOpen at any hour, with no gate, ticket desk or closing time.

What to expect

The beach is located a few miles past Ballyvaughan village on the R447 road from Ballyvaughan to Fanore and is accessed by a narrow byroad. It is backed by grassy dunes and limestone features typical of the Burren region and offers lovely views across the bay. It’s a great place to unwind and enjoy nature.

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Fáilte Ireland Attractions

Categories

  • Activity
  • Experience
  • Swimming
  • Swimming Pools and Water Park
  • Venue
  • Attraction
  • Beach
  • Natural Landscape
  • Nature and Wildlife

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Ballyvaughan Holiday Cottages, Bishopsquarter, Ballyvaughan, Clare

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