Monitored bathing water

Lady's Bay (Buncrana)

Co. Donegal, Ireland

Water qualitySufficient EPA

Blue Flag 2026No

Green CoastNo

DogsTo be confirmed

Always verify the car-park location on arrival. Road and access conditions may change.

About Lady's Bay (Buncrana)

Lady's Bay is Buncrana's own town beach on Lough Swilly, a sandy strand right beside the town with the Shore Path linking it on to Lisfannon further along the shore. Its EPA classification is Sufficient — the minimum standard the water must meet each season to stay an approved bathing water, rather than the Good or Excellent rating of some neighbouring beaches, so it is worth checking beaches.ie before you swim, particularly after heavy rain. Being right in the town, it is an easy, convenient spot for a paddle or a walk along the front.

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Activity suitability

Not yet confirmed: Swimming, Surfing, Walking, Lifeguard (summer)

Facilities

Not yet confirmed: Toilets, Car park, Disabled access, Lifeguard, Shower, Café nearby

Facilities confirmed from Donegal County Council and Fáilte Ireland.

Water quality

Water quality information is sourced from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Ireland and is updated annually. During the bathing season real-time water quality updates are available at beaches.ie. Always check beaches.ie and local signage at the beach before swimming, particularly after heavy rainfall. IrishBeaches.ie accepts no liability for water quality conditions at the time of your visit.

EPA classification: Sufficient (latest annual bathing-water assessment). Always check beaches.ie for the current rating.

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