Award winning Tyrella beach and dune conservation area is a small, enclosed complex within Dundrum Bay, Downpatrick, County Down. It is a wide, flat, sandy beach two kilometres long and backed by 25 hectares of mature dunes in a conservation area offering scenic walks and an insight into the habitat of local flora and fauna.
Tyrella Beach has been awarded the prestigious Seaside Award annually since 1997 and has also maintained the Blue Flag award in 2011 due to the management and cleanliness of the beach. It has also retained it’s Green Coast Award since 2008.
An ideal destination for locals and visitors alike, the clean waters invite water sport enthusiasts and the beach provides a safe haven for families and groups who wish to picnic in a clean environment.
The beach boasts a car free zone, off-beach parking facilities and a lifeguard on duty for safe bathing in the summer months and holidays. There is also a tourist information centre nearby offering advice to visitors on the immediate and surrounding area.
Information above from Discover Northern Ireland website (Apr 17)
Facilities at Tyrella beach: Toilets, Litter bins
Parking: Parking available - a charge applies during the summer season.
Dog restrictions: Dogs not allowed during summer 10am - 6pm (except assistance dogs).
Beach cleaning: Beach cleaned daily during the summer.
Lifeguards: Yes (check dates/times
Information above from Marine Conservation Society Good Beach Guide website (Apr 17)