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Garrettstown, Co. Cork
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Garretstown Beach is an expansive sandy beach located along the coast of County Cork. It has stunning views of the Old Head of Kinsale and is a great place for walking, bathing and swimming.

Garretstown Beach is located within a short distance of Ballinspittle Village by car. Facilities include a car park and toilets. There is also a pitch and putt course nearby.

There is a surf school at the beach providing lessons and equipment hire for surfing, body boarding and stand-up paddle boarding.

The beach can be accessed via a ramp and steps. Wheelchair access is also provided. Garrettstown is a short walk away from Garrylucas, White Strand.

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Enjoy the walking route linking Garrettsown to its sister beach at Garrylucas.

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Lifeguards are on duty during the summer bathing season.

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This tourism listing has been awarded the Blue Flag award for quality by An Taisce, the National Trust for Ireland.

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