Owenabue river

Owenabue river

by | May 16, 2021 | Cork, Rivers

Submitted by Jack Murphy

Located in the village of Ballinhassig in Cork, this river has shallow and deep water.      

Do you have local knowledge of swimming in the Owenabue? Send us some tips 🙂    From Wikipedia:
The River Owenabue (Irish: Abhainn na Baoi),also spelled “Owenboy”, is a river in County Cork, Ireland. It rises just north of Crossbarry and flows east towards the sea for roughly 20 miles (32 km). It flows through Crossbarry and on to the small village of Halfway. It then reaches Ballinhassig where it widens into Ballygarvan. It then meanders through Ballea Woods into Carrigaline, and onto Crosshaven where it enters Cork Harbour. The area is known as the Owenabue Valley. Otters and herons are seen on the river, and the heron has become a symbol of the area. 10 bridges cross the river.

The Royal Munster Yacht Club (now merged with the Royal Cork Yacht Club) was based on the Owenabue River.

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Jenny Watts Cove/ Brompton

Jenny Watts Cove/ Brompton

by | Sep 21, 2020 | Down, The Sea

Submitted by Stephen Hanson

Rocky harbour and beach with all tide ladder access and benches for changing. Less than a mile from Bangor town centre along the North Down costal path and Home to the Brompton Belles and Beaux Dippers swimming group. NB Pedestrian only access to Brompton Rd until July 2021

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Balscadden Beach, Howth

Balscadden Beach, Howth

by | Sep 1, 2020 | Dublin

Submitted by Kevin Pidgeon

Not sandy. Great views of Ireland’s Eye from the water, and the cliffs in Howth. Access is done by a steep set of steps. You can find Balscadden Beach by walking from Howth Harbour, go to the end of the harbour past King Sitric and continue walking up the hill for a couple of minutes. You will see a gate and steps shortly after a small block of apartments. An ominous danger sign makes it clear that you are here at your own risks! The beach is lovely and easy to get into the water, regardless of tide times. However at low tide you will find yourself wading through quite a lot of seaweed.  If you feel you are being watched while you are in the water, you are right. The beach is popular with seals too and you will see their heads up a mere 100 metres away. They are amused at the spectacle of human animals but keep their distance. 

The view of the bay and Ireland’s Eye is magical from the sea. In summer, the nearby rocky outpost is popular with the more adventurous divers.

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Thanks Kevin Pidgeon for suggesting this location. One of my regular spots too. François  
Aerial view of Balscadden Beach Howth by Bettina Korn
Balscadden Beach Howth by Bettina Korn 

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Thanks Bettina Korn for the lovely photograph!
North Bull Wall, Clontarf

North Bull Wall, Clontarf

by | Aug 24, 2020 | Dublin, The Sea

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Thanks to Kevin F. for this recommendation and providing the information below.

Probably the nearest swimming spot to Dublin city. Good changing areas and even coffee shop. Lifeguards on duty in summer. Steps down to water so you don’t get sand everywhere!

You need to be within a couple of hours of high tide or there will be not be enough water. Amazingly, not nearly as busy as 40 ft. or Seapoint for swimmers. Crammed with walkers though. (source: Kevin F.)


Cross the very charming wooden Bull Bridge at Clontart to get over to the North Bull Wall. While to beach is on the left hand side of the wall as you walk towards RĂŠalt na Mara (the statue of Our Lady, Star of the Sea), to the right of the wall, you will see a series of shelters where you can get changed (pay attention to the Gents/Ladies labels!).

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