Nature spot · County Cork
Galley Head View
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.
Reach the vantage point of Galley Head View in County Cork and treat yourself to exceptional views of the local beaches and expansive coastline.
Located roughly 5km from Roscarberry, the rocky headland of Galley Head View has an elevation of 100m above sea level and boasts stunning views of the local natural landscape.
Alongside the natural environment, don't forget to check out well known landmarks like the ancient walls of the Norman fortress of Dun Deidi which separates Galley Head from mainland Cork, and the impressive Galley Head Lighthouse.
Outdoors in County Cork this week
Best day outdoors: Sat, 10 Oct — dry by day, breezy, up to 13°C
- Fri, 9 Oct14° / 8°Sun with light cloud
- Sat, 10 Oct13° / 7°Sun with light cloud
- Sun, 11 Oct15° / 14°Light rain
Make a day of it
The nearest trails, beaches, woods and heritage within 25 km.
