People asked to be mindful around the water this weekend
People heading to local beaches, lakes and rivers are asked to be mindful around the water. Lifeguards will continue to operate at Rosses Point, Enniscrone, Dunmoran and Streedagh and the beach warden will also be available at Strandhill beach. People are asked not to use inflatables as they are not…
Donegal surf school operator says beaches need to be managed to deal with today’s requirements
A County Donegal surf school operator says there is an urgent need for the proper management of our beaches and swimming areas. Killian O Kelly, who runs Irish Gap Year and previously ran Turf and Surf School in Bundoran for 14 years, was speaking following reports that the Coast Guard…
Improvements planned for Rosses Point, Strandhill beaches
Sligo County Council is to upgrade facilities at Rosses Point and and Strandhill Beaches. In a response to a motion submitted by Independent Councillor Marie Casserly on fitting shower facilities at Rosses Point, the local authority say it intends to hire an urban designer to enhance both Rosses Point and…
People asked to continue following 5km rule if travelling to regions beaches
If venturing to the regions beaches this weekend, people are being reminded that the 5km travel limit remains in place. The good weather is expected to continue until at least Tuesday and with it a surge in the number of people going to the seaside. Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer with…
Strong Garda presence expected on Donegal beaches
Gardai in Ballyshannon have confirmed that they will be patrolling beaches in Donegal over the Bank Holiday weekend. Gardai have also confirmed that the beaches will be closed for traffic and there will be a strong garda presence on all beaches in the Ballyshannon district during the June Bank…
Dunmoran/Aughris – Grains of Life
We have travelled the coasts of the north west in the company of a team of experts and explore some hidden and not so hidden treasures that are features of our beach across the region. This week The Grains of Life visits Dunmoran/Aughris Beach.
Mullaghmore – Grains of Life
We have travelled the coasts of the north west in the company of a team of experts and explore some hidden and not so hidden treasures that are features of our beach across the region. This week The Grains of Life visits Mullaghmore Beach.