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Photo of Binngorm Beach with turquoise pure water surface

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Photo of Binngorm Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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8.1

Very good

Binngorm Beach

Downings, Ireland

#24 out of 52 in Ulster

8.1

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Carrigart • 4.4 km

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Binngorm Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 24th place out of 52 beaches in the Ulster region The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Binngorm Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

To get to the beach, you need to take a short promenade. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Marble Hill Beach, which has a rating of 8.3.

Binngorm Beach (Ulster) is located outside the Carrigart settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Binngorm Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Located outside the settlement

Carrigart • 4.4 km

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Localities

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Carrigart • 4.4km

Transport

Airport

LTR • 26.7km

Bus Station

Portnablahy, Portnablagh • 4.7km

Train Station

Bellarena • 58km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Binngorm Beach?

The coastline of Binngorm Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Binngorm Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Binngorm Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Binngorm Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Binngorm Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Binngorm Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Binngorm Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Binngorm Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Binngorm Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Binngorm Beach?

Binngorm Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Beachgoers with pets

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Binngorm Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Binngorm Beach.

How far is the Binngorm Beach from parking?

The Binngorm Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to walk along the trail for half a kilometer to reach the beach.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Binngorm Beach (Ulster) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Binngorm Beach (Ulster) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.