Barley Cove Beach

Barleycove Beach is a striking stretch of sand a 5-minute drive from Mizen, tucked between two headlands and backed by rolling dunes. It was formed by a tsunami triggered by the Lisbon Earthquake in 1755, which sent massive waves crashing into this quiet corner of Cork.

Today, it’s one of West Cork’s best beaches, with soft sand and views that stretch all the way to Brow Head. The beach sits in a Special Area of Conservation and is flanked by walks, wildlife, and one of the finest seafood lunches you’ll find on the coast (at the beach hotel).Read more