Ballyholme Beach

The mile long crescent of sandy beach curving along the shore of Ballyholme bay has been a favourite sea bathing spot for generations. Nowadays it is used all year round by wet suited windsurfers who come from all over Northern Ireland to skim along its waves in the breeze.

Children love to paddle here and build sand castles, it is the perfect place for a family day out with bucket and spade.

The terraces of handsome houses along the Esplanade provide a pleasant backdrop to bracing walks along the promenade towards Ballymacormick Point, a National Trust Wildlife Preserve.

Toilet facilities are available at both ends of the beach.