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Duncannon Beach

Duncannon Beach is a designated bathing area of approximately a mile long.

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Where
Duncannon Beach, Beach View, Duncannon, Wexford (Outdoors)Directions
Cost
Check admission price
Ages
No specific child age guidance is stated
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Opening hours

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

What to expect

Duncannon Beach is a designated bathing area of approximately a mile long. There are great views from the beach of Hook Head and, across the river, the Waterford coastline. Just a short stroll from the beach is Duncannon Fort. There is parking at the water's edge with reserved disabled parking available too. There are also male and female toilets open all year round.

More information

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Fáilte Ireland Attractions

Categories

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

Family practicalities

  • Toilets

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Location

Duncannon Beach, Beach View, Duncannon, Wexford

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