Ballygally Beach

What You'll Find

Ballygally Beach is a lovely little seaside spot along the Antrim Coast, and a great one for families who fancy a beach day without heading to one of the bigger, busier beaches.

The beach sits in a sheltered bay with a lovely stretch of sand for the wee ones to dig, build sandcastles and hunt for shells. It's a nice size for younger children, and you can easily spend a couple of hours here with the buckets and spades.

On a calm day, the kids might enjoy a little paddle at the water's edge, although you'll still want to keep a close eye on them around the sea.

One of the handiest things about Ballygally is that the car park is right beside the beach, so you haven't far to carry all the beach bags, towels and everything else that seems to come with a day out with kids!

And there's a playground nearby too! Ballygally Play Park is a short walk away at the junction of Croft Road and Cairncastle Road, so you can easily combine a beach visit with a play on the equipment afterwards.

The village is just beside the beach, with places to grab something to eat or enjoy a little treat. It's also a lovely spot for a wander along the coast and taking in the sea views.

It's one of those places where you can pop down for an hour or bring a picnic and make a whole afternoon of it, especially when the weather is good.

Wee Ones Will Love...

• ✓Digging in the sand and building sandcastles
• ✓Hunting for shells and little seaside treasures
• ✓Having a paddle at the water's edge when conditions are safe
• ✓Visiting Ballygally Play Park nearby for another play
• ✓Enjoying a picnic or a little treat beside the sea

Before You Visit

The beach car park is right beside the sand, which is particularly handy if you're carrying lots of beach gear.

Public toilets, accessible toilets and baby-changing facilities are listed at the car park, although availability may vary.

The playground is a short walk away rather than directly on the beach, so allow a little extra time if you're planning to visit both.

Check the tide times and sea conditions before paddling, and always supervise children closely around the water.

⭐ Wee Adventurers Top Tips

• ⭐Bring the buckets and spades! It's a lovely beach for younger children who enjoy digging and building sandcastles.
• ⭐Pack a picnic or grab something from the village and enjoy lunch by the sea.
• ⭐Don't forget about Ballygally Play Park nearby. It's a handy way to extend your visit once the kids have finished on the beach.
• ⭐Bring spare clothes and a towel, even if you're only planning a quick beach visit. The wee ones always seem to find the water!