Claremont Beach
Caution
This spot is classified Sufficient — it meets the minimum bathing-water standard, but it's the lowest passing grade.
About this spot
Claremont Beach, Howth is a sandy, gently sloping north facing beach.
Facilities & access
- Lifeguard
- Yes11am to 7pm weekends only in June & full time July & August
- Parking
- Yes
- Toilets
- YesPublic toilets at entrance to beach adjacent to Howth Dart Station.
- Accessible entry
- YesNo
- Dogs
- Yes
- Public transport
- YesDART & Bus Route
Official water quality
Classified Sufficient in 2025.
Claremont Beach is classified as achieving Sufficient Water Quality in 2025 based on the assessment of bacteriological results for the period 2022 to 2025. Claremont Beach had a Sufficient Water Quality rating for the four consecutive years 2022 to 2025. Annual water quality ratings are generally calculated using monitoring results over a four-year period and are assessed against stringent bacterial limits to protect bather health.
Official bathing-water profileCommon questions
- Can you swim at Claremont Beach right now?
- Claremont Beach is currently marked "Caution". This spot is classified Sufficient — it meets the minimum bathing-water standard, but it's the lowest passing grade. This reflects the latest data published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland). Conditions change quickly — always assess the water yourself before entering.
- What is the water quality like at Claremont Beach?
- the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) classified Claremont Beach as Sufficient in 2025. Classifications are a rolling assessment of bacterial samples taken over four bathing seasons, measured against E. coli and intestinal enterococci limits set by the EU Bathing Water Directive.
- Is there a swimming ban or warning at Claremont Beach?
- There are no active bathing restrictions published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) for Claremont Beach. That is not a guarantee of safety — assess conditions yourself.
- Is there a lifeguard at Claremont Beach?
- Yes — Claremont Beach has lifeguard cover. Hours: 11am to 7pm weekends only in June & full time July & August. Cover is seasonal; check locally before relying on it.
- What facilities are there at Claremont Beach?
- Claremont Beach has toilets, parking, accessible entry. Facility information is published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland).