Photo of Ballygally Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Ballygally Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Ballygally Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Ballygally Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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Photo of Ballygally Beach and the settlement

Photo of Ballygally Beach backed by cliffs

Photo of Ballygally Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

7.8

Very good

Ballygally Beach

Ballygalley, United Kingdom

#144 out of 570 in England

7.8

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Killantringan • 46.8 km

Map of beach

Coffee Shop Cove

10 - Exceptional 9.6km

Bar The Coast Road Inn

9.4 - Excellent 9.7km

Bar The Bridge End Tavern

9.2 - Excellent 9.7km

Pizza Restaurant Pizza Pavillion

9.8 - Exceptional 9.9km

Coffee Shop The Potting Shed

8 - Very good 10km

Park Carnfunnock Country Park

1.2km

Park Larne Town Park

5.7km

National Park Glenarm Forest

9.3km

Playground Glenarm Playground

9.9km

Ice Cream Shop The Milk Parlour

9.6 - Exceptional 9.9km

Tourist Attraction Waterloo Bay

5.2km

Tourist Attraction Madman's Window

8.5km

Historical Landmark The Black Arch

3.5km

Historical Landmark Antrim Coast Road Memorial

4.9km

Historical Landmark Chaine Memorial Tower

6.3km

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About

Ballygally Beach is located on the The Northern Strait and it is in the 11th place out of 29 beaches in the Dumfries and Galloway region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

It is a spacious coastline 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Ballygally Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .

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

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

Ballygally Beach is located in Dumfries and Galloway within Killantringan, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Located within the settlement

Killantringan • 46.8 km

Map of beach

Coffee Shop Cove

10 - Exceptional 9.6km

Bar The Coast Road Inn

9.4 - Excellent 9.7km

Bar The Bridge End Tavern

9.2 - Excellent 9.7km

Pizza Restaurant Pizza Pavillion

9.8 - Exceptional 9.9km

Coffee Shop The Potting Shed

8 - Very good 10km

Park Carnfunnock Country Park

1.2km

Park Larne Town Park

5.7km

National Park Glenarm Forest

9.3km

Playground Glenarm Playground

9.9km

Ice Cream Shop The Milk Parlour

9.6 - Exceptional 9.9km

Tourist Attraction Waterloo Bay

5.2km

Tourist Attraction Madman's Window

8.5km

Historical Landmark The Black Arch

3.5km

Historical Landmark Antrim Coast Road Memorial

4.9km

Historical Landmark Chaine Memorial Tower

6.3km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

What to do in Ballygally Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Ballygally Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

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Localities

Nearest

Killantringan • 46.8km

Transport

Airport

BHD • 31.2km

Bus Station

Larne Bus Station • 6.1km

Train Station

Larne Town • 6.1km

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Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Ballygally 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 Ballygally Beach?

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

The Ballygally Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Ballygally 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.

Ballygally Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

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

Is the Ballygally Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Ballygally Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Ballygally Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

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

The bar is located right on the Ballygally Beach.

How far is the Ballygally Beach from parking?

The Ballygally Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Ballygally Beach (Dumfries and Galloway) 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.Ballygally Beach (Dumfries and Galloway) 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.