House martins and swallows are our constant companions, whether snapping up fluttering mayflies in the car park of Glencar Waterfall during a downpour, or swooping from the eaves of The Shandon Hotel ...

Portstewart Strand, near Belfast, has won praise due to being near amenities, dog friendly, and having incredibly clean swimming water as tourists continue to flock to the location ...

This stunning two-mile golden beach is a haven for water-sports enthusiasts and nature lovers alike - and has just topped the league tables for the best UK beach in 2025 ...

After being named the best place to live in Northern Ireland last year, Portstewart has picked up another prestigious accolade – this time for its famed beach. Portstewart Strand has been ...

Open has put Portrush into the global spotlight, but there are so many reasons to visit this emerging coastal destination in ...

Stunning two-mile 'Game of Thrones' beach in Northern Ireland branded 'best in UK' With the summers in the UK getting warmer and the cost of living rising, more people are choosing to stay at home ...

July 07, 2025 at 1:42pm BST. Portstewart Strand has been named as the best beach in the UK by the Sunday Times. The Co Derry bathing spot beat off competition from across Northern Ireland and ...

From Dublin to Galway, from Cork to Donegal, these are the best hidden beaches in Ireland. Betfair Casino shares the best under-the-radar spots for beaches in Ireland.