Nature spot · County Wicklow
Brittas Bay North Beach
The EPA does not monitor this beach for bathing water, so there is no water-quality record. Check locally and follow the signs before you swim.
Brittas Bay North is a beautiful long sandy beach in County Wicklow, approximately 16km from Wicklow Town.
Brittas Bay North is one of the most popular beaches in Wicklow. It has a 3.2km stretch of powdery sand and a sand dune system which is a designated area of significant interest, as they are home to many interesting wildlife species and plants. This beach is ideal for bathing, sailing and walking and has car park and toilet facilities.
Dogs are allowed on the beach in low season only, but must be on a lead and under the strict supervision of the owner. Owners must clean up after their dogs. No dogs are allowed from May to September.
The beach is lifeguarded during the bathing season and more information can be found on the notice board located at the beach. Wheelchair access to the beach is available from mid June to mid September, but needs to be booked in advance with Wicklow County Council.
There is pedestrian access to the beach during the off season from October to May. Car park charges apply per day during the high season.
Outdoors in County Wicklow this week
Best day outdoors: Sat, 10 Oct — dry by day, breezy, up to 13°C
- Fri, 9 Oct14° / 9°Light rain
- Sat, 10 Oct13° / 8°Sun with light cloud
- Sun, 11 Oct14° / 13°Sun with light cloud
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