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Sandycove, Ardkilly

Beach & coast Cork

Checked July 2026

Sandycove Island is a small island and townland at the mouth of Ardkilly Creek on the south coast of Ireland, just to the west of the Castlepark peninsula, which forms the western side of the entrance to Kinsale harbour in County Cork. It is located directly opposite the tiny hamlet of Sandycove (population around 100) and no more than 200 metres (656 ft) off the shore. Shore Surface: No Information. Paddling: No Information. Jumping Or Diving: No Information. Lifeguard During Summer: No Information. Family Friendly: No Information. Swim Buoys: No Information

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Indoor / outdoorOutdoor
CostFree admission
What's thereSwimming Spot (Sea/Lake/River)
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