Lots of us are enjoying a relaxing outdoor swim this summer with the warmer weather.
Luckily, Northern Ireland has a number of beautiful beaches and areas which are perfect for keen swimmers.
We've put together a list of some of the best places for sea swimming in Northern Ireland. It's important to keep safe and cautious when opening water swimming. Check out the RNLI's tips HERE.
Read more: Northern Ireland's secret beauty spots perfect for exploring
Check out these great options below!
Orlock Point
Located on the North Down Coast near Donaghadee and boasts stunning views of the Copeland Islands.
Helen's Bay Beach
Located near Bangor and is one of the most popular places to visit on a warm, sunny day in Northern Ireland.
Murlough Beach
Located near Newcastle, Co Down and has beautiful views of the Mourne Mountains.
Seapark Beach
Located in Holywood near Belfast.
Kilclief Beach
Here lies a sandy beach in Co Down with a castle dating from 1413.
Ballygally Beach
Ballygally is a village in Co Antrim, around 3 miles north of Larne which boasts an award-winning beautiful beach.
Portstewart Strand
A sandy two-mile-long beach in Portstewart with 6,000-year-old sand dunes.
Brompton Beach
A hidden gem located along the North Down coastal path between Holywood and Bangor.
Oxford Island
Located on the South-Eastern shores of Lough Neagh, Co Armagh.
Ballintoy Harbour
Located in Co Antrim and is known as a ‘raised beach’ - with beautiful walks nearby.
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