Brittas Bay North

About this spot

Brittas Bay North Beach is a long, gently sloping, sandy beach. It has hilly sand dunes which support two protected plant species. The beach gradually falls away with sand bars common. Water sport activities available include surfing, windsurfing canoeing and snorkelling.

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

Yes

Parking

Yes

Toilets

Yes

Accessible entry

No

Dogs

NoNot allowed within lifeguard patrol zone/bathing area below high tide mark.

Public transport

No

Official water quality

Classified Excellent in 2025.

Brittas Bay North is classified as achieving Excellent Water Quality in 2025 based on the assessment of bacteriological results for the period 2022 to 2025. Brittas Bay North 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 Brittas Bay North right now?

Brittas Bay North 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 Brittas Bay North?

the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) classified Brittas Bay North 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 Brittas Bay North?

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

Is there a lifeguard at Brittas Bay North?

Yes — Brittas Bay North has lifeguard cover. Cover is seasonal; check locally before relying on it.

What facilities are there at Brittas Bay North?

Brittas Bay North has toilets, parking. Dogs are restricted. Facility information is published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland).