Cill Mhuirbhigh, Inis Mór

About this spot

Cill Mhuirbhigh beach is a sheltered sandy shore bounded by rocky shore to the west and east. There is a small area of marram dune which supports a variety of vegetation. The habitat of Machair is located within Cill Mhuirbhigh and this form of coastal grassland supports a variety of rare plants. There is also a variety of animal and bird species including rare species. The rarer plants are listed in the Irish Red Data Book and legally protected under the Flora Protection Order (1999). There is a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the island, the prehistoric fort Dún Aonghusa. The whole island is significant in terms of cultural and environmental value.

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

Yes12-6 7 days July & Aug weekend June/Sept

Parking

Yes

Toilets

Yes

Accessible entry

No

Dogs

NoNo dogs allowed on designated blue flag beaches during lifeguard hours. Dogs allowed on a lead at all other times.

Public transport

No

Official water quality

Classified Excellent in 2025.

Cill Mhuirbhigh, Inis Mór is classified as achieving Excellent Water Quality in 2025 based on the assessment of bacteriological results for the period 2022 to 2025. Cill Mhuirbhigh, Inis Mór has achieved an Excellent 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.

Common questions

Can you swim at Cill Mhuirbhigh, Inis Mór right now?

Cill Mhuirbhigh, Inis Mór is currently marked "Good to go". No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself. 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 Cill Mhuirbhigh, Inis Mór?

the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) classified Cill Mhuirbhigh, Inis Mór as Excellent 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 Cill Mhuirbhigh, Inis Mór?

There are no active bathing restrictions published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) for Cill Mhuirbhigh, Inis Mór. That is not a guarantee of safety — assess conditions yourself.

Is there a lifeguard at Cill Mhuirbhigh, Inis Mór?

Yes — Cill Mhuirbhigh, Inis Mór has lifeguard cover. Hours: 12-6 7 days July & Aug weekend June/Sept. Cover is seasonal; check locally before relying on it.

What facilities are there at Cill Mhuirbhigh, Inis Mór?

Cill Mhuirbhigh, Inis Mór has toilets, parking. Dogs are restricted. Facility information is published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland).