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Garrylucas, White Strand is a sandy beach located at the Old Head of Kinsale, in County Cork. It has sand dunes in places and there is a public car park and toilet facilities available.

Garrylucas, White Strand can be found next to Kilcolman Marsh and the Old Head of Kinsale in County Cork. It is a white sandy beach with sand dunes in parts. The beach faces south west, creating the perfect weather conditions for surfing. The bay also gets great waves.

Garrylucas, White Strand is a great beach for swimming, walking, surfing and other water sports. A short walk away from Garrylucas, White Strand is Garrettstown Beach.

The beach is accessible by both steps and ramps. Lifeguard times vary and more information can be found on the notice board located at the beach.

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Explore the nearby Ballinspittle Woods, the Lusitania Museum and Old Head Signal Tower at the Old Head of Kinsale.
Visit Stranded, a café near the beach, and enjoy some refreshments after a relaxing stroll on the beach.
Lifeguards are on duty during the summer bathing season.

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This tourism listing has been awarded the Blue Flag award for quality by An Taisce, the National Trust for Ireland.

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R604, Lispatrick Lower, Co. Cork, Ireland
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