Buckets and spades at the ready, leave it to us to find you the best beaches to build your sandcastle on!
It looks like summer has arrived and long may it last! There’s nothing like a long day out at the beach with your family or friends. So, socks off and try dipping your toes into the cool blue waters of one of our many beaches listed below.
We have 3 beaches in our area that have once again been awarded Blue Flag status this year and that is something to be very proud of! The categories that need to be met for Blue Flag standards are water quality, safety and public environmental education.
The Mourne Mountains and Ring of Gullion is one giant adventure park and for teens who like to get out and about, it is a great place to challenge yourself. The demand for outdoor pursuits has really taken off over the last few years and this part of the world has responded with an unbelievable array of exciting pursuits and activities. So whether you want to abseil down a mountain, cycle the face of a hill or paddle the rapids of a river, this area has it all.
You could spend a lifetime discovering the treasures of our region, and of course the people who are lucky enough to live and work here do just that every day. There is so much to enjoy and see in this wee corner of the world that it can be really tough to choose. We thought we might make it a little easier for you with a few must-see and must-do experiences for you while you’re here.