Tyrella Beach (Clough) Beach
Downpatrick, Down
Tyrella beach and conservation area has a wide flat sandy beach (2kms long) backed by 25 hectares of mature sand dunes where wild flowers and bird life can be observed in their natural coastal habitat. The beach offers a car-free zone and off-beach parking.
Beach Type
SandFacilities
First aid stationToilets
Disabled toilets
Lost child centre
Shops
Catering by mobile vans
Activities
SwimmingFishing
Snorkeling
Wind surfing
Body boarding
Kite-surfing (outside main season
There is zoning for water sports
Nature and Wildlife
Kilclief/Glebe - 5kms. Killough - 6.4kms. Ballyhornan - 9.6kms. Tyrella also part of Lecale coastal pathway and Ulster way. Further details available from TIC (tourist information centres) in both Downpatrick and Newcastle. Seals locally with breeding coParking
Parking available - charges apply. with space for 200-500 cars depending on the tide.Water Quality
ExcellentLifeguard
YesCleaning and Litter
The beach is cleaned daily during the bathing season. Litter bins and dog bins are provided.Dogs
Dogs are banned between 10am and 6pm during the bathing season.Awards and Recommendations
Blue Flag BeachMarine Conservation Society Recommended
Location
Nearest town: DownpatrickCounty: Down
Latitude/Longitude: 54.2443, -5.79941