Planning a trip to the Antrim coast and looking for where the nearest beach is, our beach lists and beach search will help you discover the nearest beach to me.  Then for each Antrim beach, we will answer questions around location, rural or town, sandy or pebble, rockpools, tide times, weather forecast, dog restrictions, bathing water quality, closest beach cafes and provide general information on the beach, its facilities and the surrounding area.

When on a beach page use our tools to search nearby seaside towns and the surrounding Antrim coast for things to see and do or places to eat.

If you are looking for an award-winning beach then you can browse our Blue Flag lists or our Seaside Award lists.

Have a dog? Then our dog-friendly beach lists will help direct you to the best locations allowing dogs.

Finding the best beach in Antrim is easy – simply explore the beach links below, to find the closest beach just hit the “Find Near Me” button or use the search bar to plan where your next Antrim beach visit should be.

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Browns-Bay-beach

Browns Bay Beach

Brown’s Bay is a sandy beach at the northern tip of Islandmagee a peninsula located between the towns of Larne and Carrickfergus with Larne Lough separating from the mainland. The beach leads to a coastal path which leads to Skernaghan Point. Facilities at the beach include parking, toilets (disabled), campsite and shop. Read more…
Runkerry-Strand-beach

Runkerry Strand Beach

Runkerry Strand beach, also known as Bushfoot Strand and Blackrock Strand, is 1.2 km long with a general north east/south west shoreline except at the north-east end where it swings north to Runkerry Head. The river Bush enters the bay at the south-west corner. The beach is backed by sand dunes. Runkerry is one of the best surfing beaches in Read more…
East-Strand-and-Whiterocks-beach

Whiterocks Beach

Portrush Whiterocks Beach is backed by long white limestone cliffs that have been carved into arches and caves that fascinate visitors. We have listed one beach, but this 3 miles of glorious beach stretches from Portrush to Dunluce Castle, the area close to Portrush is Portrush East beach and has a Seaside Award where the eastern end is Whiterocks beach Read more…
Waterfoot-beach

Waterfoot Beach

Waterfoot is a long sandy beach in the bay that has 2 piers; one is in ruin whilst the other is more intact. Facilities include parking and picnic sites. Read more…
Cushendun-beach

Cushendun Beach

Cushendun beach is a sandy beach with some pebbles and rocks with a grassy area between the coast road and the beach. The River Dun enters the sea at the south end of the beach with a small harbour. Car parking available. Read more…
Portrush-West-Strand-beach

West Strand Beach

Portrush West Strand beach is a sheltered sandy beach in the town next to the harbour. Watersports include windsurfing, canoeing and sailing. The west beach is closer to Portrush amenities than Whiterocks (East Strand) beach. Facilities include car parking, shops, harbour, toilets and places to eat. Read more…
Ballygally-beach

Ballygally Beach

Ballygally beach is a sandy beach with safe bathing and the headland of Ballgalley Head is a popular destination for families. This is a town beach and so Ballygally has a village shop, post office, children’s play area, car parking, toilets and a slipway for small craft. Read more…
Ballycastle-beach

Ballycastle Beach

Ballycastle beach is over a kilometre long and overlooks the Mull of Kintyre. It’s a sandy beach whose backdrop is dramatic cliffs on one side and great castle ruins on the other above a massive limestone outcrop. You can see Rathlin Island from here and take a boat trip to go diving at one of the wrecks there but be Read more…
Carnlough-beach

Carnlough Beach

Carnlough beach is within the small fishing village of Carnlough in County Antrim. It’s a sandy beach with good facilities in the nearby town and there are plenty of good walks nearby going along the coastline. There is no lifeguard service here and the beach close to the village goes under water at high tide so ask a local about Read more…
White-Park-Bay-beach

White Park Bay Beach

White Park Bay is a brilliant family sandy beach ideal for sandcastles, picnics, lazing in the sun and walks. White Park Bay beach is backed by ancient dunes, declared area of scientific interest that provide a range of rich habitats for bird and animal life. When on the beach you will be surprised by the beauty of this North Antrim Read more…
Rathlin-Island

Rathlin Island Beach

Rathlin Island has endless beaches, it’s six miles long and one mile wide and you’ll enjoy finding out more about the shipwrecks. The shore line is dotted with benches and other spots to enjoy your fresh fish and chip supper whilst you watch the seals, kittiwakes and gulls. There are a few good beaches on the island and plenty of Read more…
Glenarm-beach

Glenarm Beach

Glenarm beach is within a sheltered sandy bay. To one end of the beach separated by a bridge over the river is a picturesque limestone harbour, this deep harbour has fully serviced pontoon berths available for resident and visiting yachts. The village of Glenarm is a conservation area and the main street leads to Glenarm Forest. Glenarm Forest Park is Read more…
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