Lissadell Beach

Co. Sligo, Ireland

Water qualityNot monitored

Blue Flag 2026No

Green CoastNo

DogsTo be confirmed

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

About Lissadell Beach

Lissadell is a set of secluded sandy beaches on Drumcliffe Bay below Lissadell House, in the heart of Yeats country with Benbulben rising behind. Reached through Drumcliffe and Carney down an unsignposted turn to the shore, it is a well-known kitesurfing beach with ample parking just off the road and no lifeguard, so swim with care. Lissadell House and the Gore-Booth and Markievicz story sit next door, and Yeats's grave at Drumcliffe is passed on the way. The hidden 'Burrow' beach, down the third turn, is the local secret.

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Activity suitability

Lifeguard (summer) — No
Not yet confirmed: Swimming, Surfing, Walking

Facilities

Lifeguard — No
Not yet confirmed: Toilets, Car park, Disabled access, Shower, Café nearby

Facilities confirmed from Sligo County Council and Fáilte Ireland.

Water quality

This is not an EPA-monitored bathing water, so no official water-quality rating is available. Take local conditions and signage into account and swim with care.

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