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Magilligan Downhill Strand Beach is the eastern end of a magnificent 7-mile stretch of sand running from Downhill Cliffs to Magilligan Point. The beach is overlooked by spectacular views of the Donegal Coast and beyond.
The beach is backed by an extensive system of sand dunes, which form part of the Binevenagh Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). To the east of the beach, set amongst the dunes, is the championship course of Castlerock Golf Club, while the adjacent area is home to a National Trust bird sanctuary.
The beach is a great place for a walk, or simply to take in the scenery and natural beauty. Game of Thrones fans will recognise this beach, as Downhill Beach was used in the filming of the series as Dragonstone. Visitors can also explore the unusual historical landmark, the Mussenden Temple, which is located on the edge of the cliff and offers stunning views. Built in 1785, the temple was originally designed as an estate library, modeled after Rome's Temple of Vesta. The National Trust manages the temple, and visitors can enjoy free entry if they are members, or pay a small fee.
As you walk along the beach eastwards, you will come to the Dunne Waterfall, which cascades down the rocky mountain. Although there is a fence between the beach and the Sea Coast road, visitors can still enjoy the view. The beach also features rock pools to explore, a pier, and a nature reserve at the Barmouth.
Sand
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 76% |
| Max temperature | 13°C |
| feels like | 12°C |
| Wind 9mph |  |
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| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 38% |
| Min temperature | 8°C |
| feels like | 10°C |
| Wind 8mph |  |
The tide at Magilligan Downhill Strand Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 5:14 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 11:43 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Toilets
Approx 15 free parking spaces in roadside car park adjacent to main beach entrance. Parking is also permitted on the beach, to the left of the main entrance.
Dogs are allowed but restrictions apply from May - September annually.
Beach is mechanically and manually cleansed during the summer season.
Daily - 18th June - 4th September
just over a mile east as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 2 miles west as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 3 miles east as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 7 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 7 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 9 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 12 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 23 miles east as the seagull flies, around 28 miles by road.
around 31 miles east as the seagull flies, around 37 miles by road.
around 31 miles east as the seagull flies, around 38 miles by road.
Location: Castlerock
Coordinates: 55°10'0"N 6°49'18"W
Mapcode: IRL PF.Q0JW
What 3 Words: rivers.spinners.campsites
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: Londonderry
Country: Northern Ireland
Local Authority: Coleraine
Nearest postcode: BT51 4RP
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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