Baginbun Beach
About Baginbun Beach
Baginbun is a small, cliff-framed sandy cove on the Ring of Hook and one of the most storied beaches in Ireland: it was here in 1170 that a Norman force landed and dug in on Baginbun Head, giving rise to the old saying 'at the creek of Baginbun, Ireland was lost and won.' A Martello tower and the earthworks of a promontory fort still crown the headland. A Green Coast Award beach, it is east-facing and well sheltered, with a ramp down to the sand and a seasonal coffee hatch above. Reefs to the south-west catch the swell, so swimmers should take care, and lifeguard cover varies — check locally for flags before entering the water. A coastal trek links Baginbun to Carnivan next door.
Along the Ring of Hook
A cliff walk links Baginbun to Carnivan next door, and the two Norman-landing beaches — Baginbun (1170) and Cullenstown, beside Bannow Bay (1169) — bookend the story of the invasion.
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Activity suitability
- Surfing — Beginner
- Walking — Short walk (under 1km)
- Not yet confirmed: Swimming, Lifeguard (summer)
Facilities
- Toilets — Seasonal
- Car park — Free
- Disabled access — No
- Not yet confirmed: Lifeguard, Shower, Café nearby
Facilities confirmed from Wexford County Council and Fáilte Ireland Source.
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