€1.5m boost for water sports at popular East Cork beach

Development at Claycastle Beach in Youghal to include indoor and outdoor showers, changing rooms, and toilets
Claycastle Beach in Youghal is popular with swimmers and water sports enthusiasts. File picture: Denis Minihane

Claycastle Beach in Youghal is popular with swimmers and water sports enthusiasts. File picture: Denis Minihane

Tue, 26 May, 2026 - 12:03
Sean O’Riordan

Cork County Council is to develop a €1.5m facility aimed at aiding water sports activities at one of East Cork’s most popular beaches.

The development will be located in the car park at the entrance to Claycastle Beach in Youghal. 

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