Damage forces boardwalk closure at Claycastle in Cork

Youghal Town Council has been forced officially to close its boardwalk at Claycastle following extensive storm damage. Overnight winds of 80kmp and ferocious wave power dislodged several sections of the teak decking and uprooted piling on the 400-metre structure.

The boardwalk, costing €400,000, was opened in 2012 and runs the length of Claycastle beach. It has become a big attraction, drawing visitors to the beach every week, throughout the year.

Youghal Town Clerk Helen Mulcahy described the damage as “depressing”.