A great beach the west strand may be smaller than the other Portrush beach the east strand but is in no way inferior. The west strand has a well lit prom a large well maintained area of grass good clean public toilets . Large free car park. A good place to bring the dog allowed on the beach at certain times of the year. The town end is right beside harbour. Lovely views and sunsets. My favorite part of the town. ☹️ Sadly since I wrote this review the access to the beech from the Dhu Varren end has been blocked The reason sand erosion 🤔. I have been using this point of access to the West strand beech for many many years and the sand has always risen and dropped. The concrete that enables access to the beech has been destroyed and probably the lack of it's maintenance and repair has led to one of best parts of Portrush being a less pleasurable experience. Hopefully the problem with the concrete ramp will soon be sorted as quickly as the problem was with the east strand a...
Read moreOne of the most beautiful Blue Flag beaches in Northern Ireland, The West Strand is one of two white sand beaches in Portrush. Shorter than the East Strand, it is however ideally situated right in the heart of the town, being only a few steps away from Barry's, cafés, coffee shops and restaurants. Served by toilet facilities at either end, it is perfect for train visitors and for families arriving by car. A broad promenade links the West Strand Car Park at the south end to the bustling harbour and its many bars and restaurants at the north end and is dotted with benches, perfect for viewing the spectacular sunsets that settle over the bay in...
Read moreBest beach in northern ireland lovely prom barrys amusements holiday atmosphere in portrush all year council keep area very tidy wombles keep it tidy summer season i live 2 minutes from beach harbour lovely people holiday makers thrive on this beach surf train comes in slowly on railway embankment steam trains from belfast visits castlerock coleraine co londonderry lovely beaches in portrush west strand east strand arcaida beach stunning castlerock stunning portstewart stunning Beautifulist beach in northern ireland west strand prom excellent seating...
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