Portstewart Strand and Barmouth
The Strand beach at Portstewart, two miles of sand is one of Northern Ireland's finest and most popular Blue Flag beaches. Popular in the summer and with walkers throughout the year.
Perhaps less well known is the dune system behind the beach which is a haven for wild flowers and butterflies that live in the rich marram grassland. The Barmouth is a sanctuary for waders, wildfowl and nesting birds.
The magnificent Strand at Portstewart conjures up images of lazy summer days, picnics, sandcastles and long walks. The two miles of yellow sand is one of Northern Ireland's finest and most popular Blue Flag beaches, filled with families in the summer and with walkers throughout the year. Perhaps less well known is the dune system behind the beach which is a haven for wild flowers and butterflies that live in the rich marram grassland.
The Barmouth is a sanctuary for waders, wildfowl and nesting birds. You can view this spectacle from a purpose-built hide on the west side of the River Bann.
Visitor facilities
- Coast
- Suitable for picnics
- Country walk
- Programme of events
- Access for visitors with disability
- Facilities for families
- Dogs welcome on leads
- First Aid and National Trust wardens on hand
- Bathing flags/wind sock
- Designated car free areas and children's play area
- Designated water sports zone
Price
Admission charged when facilities open.
| Car | £4.50 |
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| Minibus | £12.50 |
| Coach | £18.00 | Barmouth hide key deposit | £10 |
Opening Times
Access all year. Facilities Apr-Sep: 10-5pm daily
Contact Details
| Address | Portstewart Strand Strand Road Portstewart Londonderry BT55 7PG |
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| Website | www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
| portstewart@nationaltrust.org.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)28 70836396 |
| Fax | +44 (0)28 70836396 |