27 of Ireland's best beaches to enjoy this Bank Holiday weekend

With temperatures set to soar across Ireland this weekend, what better way to soak up the sun than a trip to the beach. Parts of the country could reach a balmy 22C.

2. Banna Strand, Co Kerry A gorgeous sweep of sand only a short drive from Tralee, this unspoilt gem is the perfect place for a bracing walk at any time of year. The sand dunes are famous locally and the water is gloriously clean - it’s one of five Cork beaches to enjoy Blue Flag status. If a stroll here isn't enough, there’s an 18-hole golf course and an abundance of great walking and cycling routes near the coastal villages of Portnoo and Rossbeg.

10. Dog's Bay, Co Galway This pristine, secluded beach in the heart of the Connemara Gaeltacht is a five-minute drive from the picturesque fishing village of Roundstone.11. Tullen Strand, Bundoran Co Donegal A world-famous surfing spot, Bundoran is a sandy strand facing the Atlantic Ocean.12. Inch Beach, Co Kerry Don’t be fooled by the name: there’s nothing tiny about this stunning location on the Dingle Peninsula.

14. Inchydoney Beach, Cork The jewel in West Cork's crown has twice been named Ireland's top beach on TripAdvisor. A short drive from the Cliffs of Moher, the flooding tide means watersports fanatics flock to the resort town in the summer months for surfing, sea kayaking and kite surfing.

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