Playdays

North Bull Wall

Beach & coast Dublin

Checked July 2026

The North Wall is very popular with swimmers all year round. There are changing shelters. It is recommended to swim parallel to the wall. There are buoys to mark a 900m lap course. Shore Surface: Manmade Surface. Paddling: No. Jumping Or Diving: No. Lifeguard During Summer: Yes. Family Friendly: No. Swim Buoys: No

Good to know

Indoor / outdoorOutdoor
CostFree admission
What's thereSwimming Spot (Sea/Lake/River)
AmenitiesCafe/Restaurant, Car Parking, Changing Facilities
AccessibilityAccessible: No.
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