Playdays

Newtown Cove

Beach & coast Waterford

Checked July 2026

Newtown Cove in Co Waterford is a small sheltered cove with access to the deep water via ladders and a slipway and a stony beach. There is a large car park and basic toilets and wheelchair access is via a path through the Newtown woods. Lifeguard: No Dogs:

Good to know

Indoor / outdoorOutdoor
CostFree admission
What's thereSwimming Spot (Sea/Lake/River)
AmenitiesDog Friendly
AccessibilityRamp adjacent to beach
Data from Get Ireland Active — Sport Ireland 2023, CC BY 4.0
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Car park
Toilets
Buggy-friendly
Café on site
Dog friendly
EV charging
Baby change facilities
Picnic area