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Water sport30-60 minutes

The Cove (Ladies' Cove)

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About

The town's sea-swimming spot, and the home of its defining daily ritual: swimrise, when a tribe of locals walks down before dawn and gets into the sea whatever the season. Tidal and exposed, with steps down to the water near the harbour. Not a sandy beach but the place to understand what makes Greystones tick.

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Highlights

  • Daily swimrise (sunrise swim)
  • Steps to the sea by the harbour
  • Year-round sea-swimming

Tips

  • It is tidal; check the tide before you plan a swim.
  • The sea is cold all year; know your limits.
  • The swimrise crowd is welcoming but get in at your own risk.

Best Season

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