Baginbun

About this spot

Baginbun is an easterly facing beach on the Hook Peninsula, 2km south of Fethard village. It is a gentle sloping mostly sandy beach, with rocks visible during low tide. It is a sheltered sandy cove near Fethard-on-Sea, featuring cliffs and clear calm waters.

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

YesLifeguards on duty during the bathing season as of 2025

Parking

YesApprox 60 car parking spaces in recently completed car park

Toilets

Yes2 x portable toilets at vicinity

Accessible entry

No

Dogs

Yes1st June and 15th September: no dogs in blue flag area between lifeguard markers from 11:00 hrs to 18:00 hrs. Dogs on a lead are permitted through the blue flag area to access other beach areas.

Public transport

YesPublic transport available to nearby Fethard on sea during Summer months

Official water quality

This spot has no official annual classification.

Baginbun has been newly identified in 2026 as a beach for monitoring, management and assessment under the requirements of the 2008 Bathing Water Quality Regulations. Annual water quality assessment has not yet been undertaken.

Common questions

Can you swim at Baginbun right now?

Baginbun 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.

Is there a swimming ban or warning at Baginbun?

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

Is there a lifeguard at Baginbun?

Yes — Baginbun has lifeguard cover. Hours: Lifeguards on duty during the bathing season as of 2025. Cover is seasonal; check locally before relying on it.

What facilities are there at Baginbun?

Baginbun has toilets, parking. Facility information is published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland).