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Bray Head

Climb incredible Bray Head in County Kerry and reward yourself with breathtaking views of some of the greatest landmarks to be found along the Dingle Peninsula.

Set on the western end of Valentia Island, Bray Head is home to Bray Tower, a two-storey abandoned signal tower perched precariously upon spectacular cliffs that overlook the coastline.

Embark on a walk of the Bray Head Loop to enjoy amazing views of the Skellig Islands, the Blasket Islands and the wider Dingle Peninsula before safely descending Bray Head to return to the car park.

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Valentia Island,Co Kerry

Wild Atlantic Way

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Valentia Island - Kerry

On the water Valentia Island - Kerry

Traces of 350 million year old wildlife are found on Valentia Island, one of the largest islands off the South West coast of Kerry. Nowadays a plethora of living flora and fauna make this beautiful Island their home.

Skelligs Rock

Autumn Skelligs Rock

Taking adventurous travellers by boat to visit a 6th century Ancient Monastic Settlement and see amazing bird life. All located on the Skelligs Rock which lies 11 kilometres off the Kerry coast along the Wild Atlantic Way.

Bray Head Loop - Valentia

Coastal escapes Bray Head Loop - Valentia

Drink in stunning seascapes for miles on this salt-aired 4.5km loop on County Kerry’s Valentia Island. With exceptional views of the Skelligs and coastal scenery that astounds, this trail brings you right to the edge of the roaring Atlantic

Valentia Island Lighthouse

Autumn Valentia Island Lighthouse

Discover Valentia Island Lighthouse on Cromwell Point in County Kerry, a stunning building on the site of a 17th-century fort.

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Valentia Island

Bray Head

Valentia Island, Co. Kerry

Climb incredible Bray Head in County Kerry and reward yourself with breathtaking views of some of the greatest landmarks to be found along the Dingle Peninsula.

Set on the western end of Valentia Island, Bray Head is home to Bray Tower, a two-storey abandoned signal tower perched precariously upon spectacular cliffs that overlook the coastline.

Embark on a walk of the Bray Head Loop to enjoy amazing views of the Skellig Islands, the Blasket Islands and the wider Dingle Peninsula before safely descending Bray Head to return to the car park.