Cork and Kerry score big as 2021 list of Blue Flag beaches announced

Ten beaches and two marinas earned the Blue Flag in Cork this year, signifying a record annual haul for the Rebel County

The east beach at Inchydoney, Co. Cork. The beach has been awarded a Blue Flag for the first time ever. File picture Denis Minihane.

Cork has enjoyed a record haul as it was announced that 93 sites across Ireland have achieved Blue Flag status for 2021.

Ten beaches and two marinas earned the prestigious Blue Flag in Cork this year, signifying a record annual haul for the Rebel County.