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Old Head Beach

Beach & coastWoods, parks & walksAdventure & activity Mayo

Checked July 2026

Old Head Beach is a sandy beach with rock pools exposed at low tide. There is a car park with wheelchair access directly to the beach and toilet facilities. There is usually a lifeguard during the summer months but please check. Shore Surface: Sandy/Pebbles/Grass. Paddling: Yes. Jumping Or Diving: Yes. Lifeguard During Summer: Yes. Family Friendly: Yes. Swim Buoys: No Information

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Indoor / outdoorOutdoor
CostFree admission
Opening hoursJune: 12pm – 6.30pm (Weekends and Bank Holiday only), July & August: 12pm - 6.30pm everyday, September first Saturday and Sunday only
What's thereSwimming Spot (Sea/Lake/River)
AmenitiesCafe/Restaurant, Car Parking, Changing Facilities, Toilets
AccessibilityAccessible: No Information.
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