The 5 Northern Ireland beaches named best in UK by The Times and Sunday Times5 out of the 50 best beaches on the list are in Northern IrelandPortstewart Strand in Co Derry (Image: National Trust )Portstewart Strand has been named as the UK and Northern Ireland's beach of the year, according to The Times and The Sunday Times annual best UK beaches guide, published online today and in print on July 13. The 17th edition of the guide is the definitive and most comprehensive list of the UK's 50 best beaches. ‌Co Down spot named best place to live in Northern Ireland by The Sunday Times READ MORE:Co Down spot named best place to stay in Northern Ireland by The Sunday Times READ MORE:In his description of Portstewart Strand in Co Derry, Chris Haslam said: “Yes, you can drive onto the beach, and will you look at the size of it? Article continues belowThe guide showcases the unrivalled beauty of the UK seaside, evaluated through a rigorous 11-point inspection checklist. “Being allowed to drive onto the strand is an added bonus that makes all the difference for families and those less mobile.

Source: The Times July 07, 2025 13:00 UTC