Silver Strand
Caution
This spot is classified Sufficient — it meets the minimum bathing-water standard, but it's the lowest passing grade.
About this spot
Silver Strand is a sandy beach falling away gradually with depth. The beach is somewhat exposed and can be expected to be rough at times. The Wicklow Head Special Protection Area (SPA 004127) and Wicklow Reef Special Area of Conservation (SAC 002274) are located 1.2km to the North. The beach is divided at high tide and can only be accessed via the either caravan parks.
Facilities & access
- Lifeguard
- No
- Parking
- YesParking available in the caravan parks.
- Toilets
- Yes
- Accessible entry
- No
- Dogs
- Yes
- Public transport
- No
Official water quality
Classified Sufficient in 2025.
Silver Strand is classified as achieving Sufficient Water Quality in 2025 based on the assessment of bacteriological results for the period 2022 to 2025. Silver Strand achieved a Good Water Quality rating in 2024 and 2023, and an Excellent Water Quality rating in 2022. 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 Silver Strand right now?
- Silver Strand 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 Silver Strand?
- the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) classified Silver Strand 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 Silver Strand?
- There are no active bathing restrictions published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) for Silver Strand. That is not a guarantee of safety — assess conditions yourself.
- Is there a lifeguard at Silver Strand?
- No lifeguard cover is listed for Silver Strand. Never swim alone at an unguarded spot.
- What facilities are there at Silver Strand?
- Silver Strand has toilets, parking. Facility information is published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland).