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Bunmahon Beach

Bunmahon Beach is a 5km sandy beach backed by sand dunes with tall cliffs at each end offering protection and shelter to the beach area.

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Where
Bunmahon Beach, Bunmahon, Waterford (Outdoors)Directions
Cost
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Ages
No specific child age guidance is stated

Opening hours

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

What to expect

Bunmahon Beach is a 5km sandy beach backed by sand dunes with tall cliffs at each end offering protection and shelter to the beach area. The sand dune area boasts an abundance of interesting flora and fauna encompassing a wide array of uncommon species. The beach area is also adjacent to a Natural Heritage Area (NHA). There is a caravan park, modern outdoor play park and basketball court located directly behind the beach and it is also well serviced with food outlets, shops and amusements.

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Fáilte Ireland Attractions

Categories

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

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Location

Bunmahon Beach, Bunmahon, Waterford

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