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Portstewart Strand

Miles of golden sand

118 Strand Road, Portstewart, County Londonderry, BT55 7PG

A photograph of Portstewart Strand captured in the dunes.

Important notice

Due to the weather warning for wind, the facilities at Portstewart Strand will be closed on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 December. In the interest of safety, we advise against travelling to the beach and to keep away from the shoreline during this time.

Planning your visit

Dog walkers can enjoy a winter stroll on Portstewart Strand.
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Christmas on the North Coast 

This winter add a sprinkle of seasonal magic to your festive days out with a visit to the North Coast. This holiday season, you're invited to join us for our annual Christmas Choir Series at Mussenden Temple or one of our Christmas wreath-making workshops at Hezlett House.

Two boys jumping off sand dunes on a sunny summer day with blue skies at Portstewart Strand in Northern Ireland

Things to do at Portstewart Strand 

Spend the day on one of Northern Ireland’s finest beaches. Stride out for a walk along the strand, wander through the 6,000-year-old dunes and spot seasonal wildlife. Dip you toes in the water or brave the waves with your bodyboard. There's plenty of things to do at the beach and the wildlife haven in the dunes.

A photograph of a wheelchair user being pushed along Portstewart Strand.
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Our work to make Portstewart Strand an Inclusive Beach 

Portstewart Strand is proud to be an Inclusive Beach where people of all ages and abilities can take part, have fun, and be included. Working in partnership with Mae Murray Foundation, we want to make all our places on the north coast inclusive and ensure people of all ages and abilities can enjoy them. 

A small dog on the lead standing at the beach
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Visiting Portstewart Strand with your dog 

Dogs are welcome on Portstewart Strand and with two miles of golden sand to enjoy, there are plenty of opportunities for walking and splashing along the beach. Portstewart Strand is a one pawprint rated place. 

Two adults with a young child, all smiling together and admiring the festive window art in Newton House at Dinefwr, Carmarthenshire

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