Beach

Portstewart Strand

Portstewart, Northern Ireland

Two miles of beach you can drive onto, backed by huge dunes.

Cost
Paid
Time to allow
2 hours

One of the few beaches in the UK where cars can drive on to the sand. The dunes are among the largest in Ireland and the beach faces west for sunsets.

Good to know

  • Pay at the gate on entry
  • Tide matters, avoid soft sand
  • Check the toilets and cafe hours
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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