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Reviewed through 17 August 2026

Beach guide · County Westmeath

The Cut, Lough Lene, County Westmeath

The Cut, Lough Lene: official inland bathing or water-access area in County Westmeath

WestmeathPublic access

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

AccessPublic accessChecked 17 August 2026
ParkingConfirmedChecked 12 November 2025
ToiletsConfirmedChecked 12 November 2025
Accessible approachConfirmedChecked 12 November 2025
Seasonal lifeguardNot confirmedChecked 12 November 2025
Dogs on leadNoChecked 12 November 2025
Bathing restrictionCurrent status not confirmedChecked 12 November 2025

The place

About The Cut, Lough Lene

The Cut is an inland bathing area located on the Shores of Lough Lene. On the map, this shore is distinct from Portnashangan Bathing Area, Lough Owel, 15 kilometres away in a straight line. Westmeath County Council lifted a temporary June 2026 no-swim notice after follow-up results returned to excellent; current signs and results remain authoritative. Public access is recorded, but water depth, levels, the usable shore and the final approach can change with weather and local conditions. Official information lists parking and toilets; check current availability and local notices before relying on them.

Beach details

What the evidence records

Water settingNot confirmedChecked 17 August 2026
Shore surfaceNot confirmedChecked 17 August 2026
Bathing-place statusIdentifiedChecked 17 August 2026
Water qualityNot confirmedChecked 12 November 2025

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