
Tyrella Beach and conservation area is a small enclosed dune complex within Dundrum Bay. It is a wide, flat, sandy beach two kilometres long and backed by 25 hectares of mature dunes in a conservation area.
The beach offers a car free zone, off beach parking, safe bathing, dog free area, amenities, walks and tourist information. Lifeguards patrol the beach daily during July and August.
Tyrella Beach has been awarded the prestigious Seaside Award and Blue Flag award yearly since 1997 and the waters are recommended safe for bathing by the Marine Conservation Society. Since 2008 Tyrella Beach has also been awarded the Green Coast Award. These awards are marks of excellent standards of cleanliness and safety, making Tyrella the perfect location for a fun day out.
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The beach is open every day of the year. Beach centre and life guards on duty during the summer season .
Admission free
Car park charge during summer
Horse Riding
Blue flag zone closed to horses between10am and 6pm within May-Sept. No permit required.
Blokarting
Tyrella beach is a popular spot for landsailing especially in an easterly breeze.
+44 (0) 28 4461 0800
Clanmaghery Road
Downpatrick
Down
BT30 8SU







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