From http://www.visitbuncrana.com/attractions_seaside.php…read moreEnjoy quality time on this 5km blue flag status beach. Its golden sand stretches along the coast with its magnificent views of Lough Swilly, Inch Island and the town of Buncrana. Enjoy a traditional family experience where the kids can paddle, build sandcastles and enjoy an ice-cream while hunting for shells

Set in the sheltered Sheep Haven Bay the long sandy strand of Marble Hill extends for about 2km…read more Very popular beach with families and for good reason as it is safe and clean, it is a Blue flag beach. Watched over by lifeguards during the summer months with the very shallow water (even at high tide) and clean well kept shore line makes it perfect for families (and anyone else that enjoys a good beach). It is always a hive of activity with surf schools, anglers, sailors and swimmers all taking to the water. Plenty of sea life roam the waters to keep the amateur marine biologist interested. With all the holiday houses and caravan parks close by it is no surprise that this lovely beach is so popular. It is only going to get busier with the re-opening of the Shannon Hotel. So get there early when the sun comes out otherwise there will be no parking space left!

From http://www.visitbuncrana.com/attractions_seaside.php…read more Stragill Beach lies beyond Father Hegarty's Rock and Buncrana's Shore Path Walk. It is also accessible from the main road and enjoys ample car parking. The panorama from the beach is spectacular. It is a long sandy beach with glorious views of Lough Swilly and the surrounding landscape.

Can walk here for over 1 hour along beach / Ballyliffin golf clubread more