A long, flat shingle and sand beach stretching south from Kilcoole. One of the most reliable beginner marks on the Wicklow coast and part of the 11-mile shingle belt that has hosted World and European Surf Casting Championships. The beach shelves gently and produces flounder, dabs, codling, coalfish and the occasional bass, particularly after autumn storms. The freshwater outflow at the northern end can concentrate fish in settled conditions.
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SSE 26
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1.0m
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Flooding · High in 6h 21m
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Flat shingle beach, forgiving for first sessions, reliable flatfish and winter codling when it is calm.
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Access
Park at Kilcoole train station. Cross the railway at the designated level crossing, wait for trains and follow the signs. Walk south along the shingle for 5 minutes to reach good ground.
Parking
Free parking at Kilcoole train station. Do not block the station entrance.
Where to top up
Greystones Fishing Shop (approx. 5km north) is the nearest tackle supplier. Wicklow town has additional options about 15km south.
Tackle
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Sand spike rod rest
Keeps rods stable on long beaches and surf tables.
Pulley rig pack
Clean‑ground staple for distance and tidy traces.
Grip lead sinker set
Grip and distance options for varying swell and tide.
Crab fishing lure
Realistic crab lure, deadly for bass on Wicklow surf beaches.
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