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Reviewed through 17 August 2026

Beach guide · County Cork

Inch, County Cork

Peaceful sandy surfing cove Cork

CorkCoastPublic access

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Know before you go

Confirmed, unavailable and unknown are kept separate. Conditions and services can change; check notices when you arrive.

AccessPublic accessChecked 17 August 2026
ParkingNoChecked 26 June 2025
ToiletsNoChecked 26 June 2025
Accessible approachNoChecked 26 June 2025
Seasonal lifeguardNot confirmedChecked 26 June 2025
Dogs on leadNot confirmedChecked 26 June 2025
Bathing restrictionCurrent status not confirmed

The place

About Inch

NOTE: Cork County Council have informed the EPA that no sampling is being carried out at Inch beach this year due to safety concerns / risks identified at this beach. Inch Strand is a moderate sized sandy beach located near Whitegate & Power Head, East Cork. Public access is recorded, although the final approach and usable shoreline can still change with tide, weather and local conditions. Do not assume parking, toilets or lifeguard cover; check tide, weather, water conditions and current local notices before entering the water.

Beach details

What the evidence records

Water settingCoastChecked 17 August 2026
Shore surfaceMixedChecked 17 August 2026
Bathing-place statusNon IdentifiedChecked 17 August 2026
Water qualityNot confirmed

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