What is the water and sand quality of the Benone Beach?

The coastline of Benone Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Benone Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Benone Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Benone Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Kite and windsurfing </li><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring) </li><li>Surfing</li></ul>

Is the Benone Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.The waves in the Benone Beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Benone Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Benone Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Benone Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Benone Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Benone Beach?

Benone Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Wild camping lovers (caravans / tent) </li><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Benone Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Benone Beach.There are 2 restaurants nearby.Waves Coffee Shop & Bistro is the closest place located 700 meters from the beach.

How far is the Benone Beach from parking?

The Benone Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Benone Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Benone Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Dunne Waterfall located in 2.7 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Benone Beach (Ulster) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Benone Beach (Ulster) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Benone Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Benone Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Benone Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Benone Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Benone Beach and the settlement

Photo of Benone Beach surrounded by mountains

Benone Beach

Stroove, Ireland

8.5

#10 out of 52 in Ulster 0

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for Surfing

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Located within the settlement

Stroove • 7.6 km

Map of beach

Park Umbra Nature Reserve

1.2km

Park Downhill Beach

3.4km

Park National Trust - Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne

4.2km

Park Mussenden Road

4.3km

Park Dungannon Hill

4.4km

National Park Downhill Wood

4.5km

Park Castlerock Cenotaph

5.7km

Park National Trust Barmouth Bird Hide

7.5km

Hiking Area The Cliff Walk

9.8km

Coffee Shop Sea Shed - Coffee & Surf

9.4 - Excellent 260m

Restaurant Waves Coffee Shop & Bistro

9.4 - Excellent 650m

Meal Takeaway Golden Sands Chippy

7.6 - Very good 670m

Fast Food Restaurant Gas Station Benone

7.6 - Very good 1km

Bar Anglers Rest Benone

8.8 - Excellent 1.4km

Coffee Shop Temple Cove Coffee Bar

9 - Excellent 3.4km

Coffee Shop Sea Shed - Downhill

9.4 - Excellent 3.9km

Coffee Shop Al's Coffee

9.4 - Excellent 4km

Coffee Shop Coffee Hut

9.4 - Excellent 5.6km

Ice Cream Shop Jonesy's Sweets and Treats

10 - Exceptional 4.6km

Ice Cream Shop Braemar Farm Ice Cream

9.6 - Exceptional 5.6km

Supermarket Costcutter & Eco Filling Station

7.1km

Tourist Attraction Dunne Waterfall

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Devil's Thumb

6.6km

Tourist Attraction Stroove Beach

7.4km

Tourist Attraction Inishowen Head Loop

8.2km

Tourist Attraction National Trust - Portstewart Strand

9.3km

Historical Landmark Mussenden Temple

4.1km

Historical Landmark Martello Tower

6.2km

Historical Landmark INISHOWEN HEAD LIGHTHOUSE

7.2km

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About

Benone Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 10th place out of 52 beaches in the Ulster region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

Located within the settlement

Stroove • 7.6 km

Map of beach

Park Umbra Nature Reserve

1.2km

Park Downhill Beach

3.4km

Park National Trust - Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne

4.2km

Park Mussenden Road

4.3km

Park Dungannon Hill

4.4km

National Park Downhill Wood

4.5km

Park Castlerock Cenotaph

5.7km

Park National Trust Barmouth Bird Hide

7.5km

Hiking Area The Cliff Walk

9.8km

Coffee Shop Sea Shed - Coffee & Surf

9.4 - Excellent 260m

Restaurant Waves Coffee Shop & Bistro

9.4 - Excellent 650m

Meal Takeaway Golden Sands Chippy

7.6 - Very good 670m

Fast Food Restaurant Gas Station Benone

7.6 - Very good 1km

Bar Anglers Rest Benone

8.8 - Excellent 1.4km

Coffee Shop Temple Cove Coffee Bar

9 - Excellent 3.4km

Coffee Shop Sea Shed - Downhill

9.4 - Excellent 3.9km

Coffee Shop Al's Coffee

9.4 - Excellent 4km

Coffee Shop Coffee Hut

9.4 - Excellent 5.6km

Ice Cream Shop Jonesy's Sweets and Treats

10 - Exceptional 4.6km

Ice Cream Shop Braemar Farm Ice Cream

9.6 - Exceptional 5.6km

Supermarket Costcutter & Eco Filling Station

7.1km

Tourist Attraction Dunne Waterfall

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Devil's Thumb

6.6km

Tourist Attraction Stroove Beach

7.4km

Tourist Attraction Inishowen Head Loop

8.2km

Tourist Attraction National Trust - Portstewart Strand

9.3km

Historical Landmark Mussenden Temple

4.1km

Historical Landmark Martello Tower

6.2km

Historical Landmark INISHOWEN HEAD LIGHTHOUSE

7.2km

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.2 (Very good)

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Benone Beach

Stroove, Ireland

Park Umbra Nature Reserve

Park Downhill Beach

Park National Trust - Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne

Park Mussenden Road

Park Dungannon Hill

National Park Downhill Wood

Park Castlerock Cenotaph

Park National Trust Barmouth Bird Hide

Hiking Area The Cliff Walk

Coffee Shop Sea Shed - Coffee & Surf

Restaurant Waves Coffee Shop & Bistro

Meal Takeaway Golden Sands Chippy

Fast Food Restaurant Gas Station Benone

Bar Anglers Rest Benone

Coffee Shop Temple Cove Coffee Bar

Coffee Shop Sea Shed - Downhill

Coffee Shop Al's Coffee

Coffee Shop Coffee Hut

Ice Cream Shop Jonesy's Sweets and Treats

Ice Cream Shop Braemar Farm Ice Cream

Supermarket Costcutter & Eco Filling Station

Tourist Attraction Dunne Waterfall

Tourist Attraction Devil's Thumb

Tourist Attraction Stroove Beach

Tourist Attraction Inishowen Head Loop

Tourist Attraction National Trust - Portstewart Strand

Historical Landmark Mussenden Temple

Historical Landmark Martello Tower

Historical Landmark INISHOWEN HEAD LIGHTHOUSE

About

Stroove, Ulster,

Park Umbra Nature Reserve

Park Downhill Beach

Park National Trust - Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne

Park Mussenden Road

Park Dungannon Hill

National Park Downhill Wood

Park Castlerock Cenotaph

Park National Trust Barmouth Bird Hide

Hiking Area The Cliff Walk

Coffee Shop Sea Shed - Coffee & Surf

Restaurant Waves Coffee Shop & Bistro

Meal Takeaway Golden Sands Chippy

Fast Food Restaurant Gas Station Benone

Bar Anglers Rest Benone

Coffee Shop Temple Cove Coffee Bar

Coffee Shop Sea Shed - Downhill

Coffee Shop Al's Coffee

Coffee Shop Coffee Hut

Ice Cream Shop Jonesy's Sweets and Treats

Ice Cream Shop Braemar Farm Ice Cream

Supermarket Costcutter & Eco Filling Station

Tourist Attraction Dunne Waterfall

Tourist Attraction Devil's Thumb

Tourist Attraction Stroove Beach

Tourist Attraction Inishowen Head Loop

Tourist Attraction National Trust - Portstewart Strand

Historical Landmark Mussenden Temple

Historical Landmark Martello Tower

Historical Landmark INISHOWEN HEAD LIGHTHOUSE

Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.2 (Very good)

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Stroove • 7.6km

Transport

BOL • 15km

Station • 2.1km

Castlerock • 5.6km

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