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Stradbally
ℹ️Practical info — Stradbally
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Stradbally Cove is beautiful but entirely tide-dependent; check local tide times as the beach disappears at high tide.
- Parking in the village is limited; park considerately near the village square and walk down to the cove.
- If driving the surrounding Copper Coast, be prepared for narrow, winding roads and take your time.
- Bring a windproof jacket even in summer; the weather along the Irish coastline changes rapidly.
🍽 Food
Pick up this traditional, floury bread roll from a local village shop for your beach picnic.
Enjoy a hearty bowl of creamy chowder at a traditional pub in the surrounding coastal villages.
Grab freshly battered fish from a takeaway in a nearby town and eat it by the sea.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Your best bet for basic picnic supplies, local snacks, and everyday essentials.
Look out for small pottery and craft studios scattered along the nearby Copper Coast drive.
A deeply sheltered, tree-lined inlet that feels remarkably peaceful when the tide is out.
Walk the nearby cliff paths for dramatic ocean views away from the crowds.
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Stradbally is a pleasant, historic village located in County Waterford along the spectacular Copper Coast, a designated UNESCO Global Geopark in southern Ireland. The village itself is steeped in history, featuring beautiful tree-lined streets, traditional cottages, and the dramatic ruins of a medieval friary. It is a place where the rich heritage of rural Ireland meets the sweeping beauty of the Celtic Sea. The coastal crown jewel of the area is Stradbally Cove, a deeply sheltered inlet bordered by steep, lush green cliffs. This beautiful sandy beach is highly dependent on the tide; at low tide, a vast expanse of soft sand is revealed, first-rate for long walks and exploring rock pools. The sheltered nature of the cove makes its waters unusually calm, providing a safe environment for swimming. The surrounding Copper Coast drive provides awe-inspiring panoramic views of dramatic sea stacks and rugged cliffs.
- Location: Ireland
- Top sights: TWIN Lime Kilns · Stradbally Cove · Stradbally Geological Sundial
- Nearby: Bunmahon (6 km)
- Population: ~420
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jul–Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 7 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 8 |
| Rain mm | 108 | 83 | 85 | 75 | 75 | 83 | 87 | 95 | 82 | 120 | 122 | 123 |
Geography
Facts
- Located in County Waterford
- Part of the Copper Coast
- Recognized UNESCO Global Geopark
- Home to Stradbally Cove
- Deeply sheltered sandy beach
- Historic medieval friary ruins
- Dramatic cliffs and rock pools
- Awe-inspiring coastal panoramas
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Sights in the town Stradbally (5)
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