Gardaí warn beach-goers to park legally after last weekend's 'huge congestion'

Inchydoney Beach in West Cork earlier this month. Gardaí encourage anyone planning a trip to organise their journey beforehand and think about how best to park legally and safely. Photo: Andy Gibson.

Gardaí, Cork County Council and the HSE are urging people to park legally when visiting beaches, beauty spots and public amenities this coming weekend, so as not to block access to emergency services. 

The appeal comes on the back of scenes in Cork and Wicklow last weekend, which saw motorists turned away from popular beaches.