Our Guidebook for Dunmore East
Sightseeing
Starts from the harbour in the village. It’s a lightly trafficked out and
back easy trail. It is suitable for children, but it’s exposed in places and close to cliff edge. Walk to Portally for an evening swim in a stunning and quiet cove.
Dunmore to Portally Cove and back - 5 km - 1 hour
Dunmore to Rathmoylan Cove and back - 6 km – 1.5 hours
Dunmore to Ballymacaw and back - 8 km - 2 hours
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Dunmore East Cliff Walk
Starts from the harbour in the village. It’s a lightly trafficked out and
back easy trail. It is suitable for children, but it’s exposed in places and close to cliff edge. Walk to Portally for an evening swim in a stunning and quiet cove.
Dunmore to Portally Cove and back - 5 km - 1 hour
Dunmore to Rathmoylan Cove and back - 6 km – 1.5 hours
Dunmore to Ballymacaw and back - 8 km - 2 hours
Meet all the little farm animals in a beautiful setting. Includes outdoor playground, cafe with homemade goodies and indoor activities for little kids.
Busy Barn Mini Farm
Meet all the little farm animals in a beautiful setting. Includes outdoor playground, cafe with homemade goodies and indoor activities for little kids.
The unique Dunmore East woods comprise of 42 acres of woodland granted in a trust by the 7th Marquis of Waterford in 1924, for the recreational use of the people of Dunmore East and it's just to the back of our house.
The woodland is a mixture of conifers and deciduous trees. You can see Wild Cherry, Silver Birch, Common Lime. Scots Pine, Rowan and Yew.
Dunmore East Woods
The unique Dunmore East woods comprise of 42 acres of woodland granted in a trust by the 7th Marquis of Waterford in 1924, for the recreational use of the people of Dunmore East and it's just to the back of our house.
The woodland is a mixture of conifers and deciduous trees. You can see Wild Cherry, Silver Birch, Common Lime. Scots Pine, Rowan and Yew.
A shortcut to Hook Head in Wexford: We really recommend a day trip of taking the scenic car ferry from Passage East in Waterford (15 mins drive) to Arthurstown in Wexford to access the world's oldest still operating lighthouse at Hook Head (where there is also a nice cafe & shop).
While there, drop into the home of chef Kevin Dundun at Dunbrody House which is near Arthurstown. Have a quick lunch in 'The Local Pub' on the grounds where you can indulge in delicious beer-battered Fish & Chips, crispy stone-oven baked pizzas, Gourmet Burgers...best washed down from a selection of ice-cold beers, local gins, artisan cider or organic wine.
Or sample the Champagne Seafood Bar Terrace which can be enjoyed on the sunny garden terrace or inside by the fireside.
Visit the scary and impressive historic Loftus Hall (on the way to Hook Head) for a tour that you won't forget!
Explore the fine beaches in the area (don't miss the stunning Baginbun Beach for a swim!).
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Hook Lighthouse
A shortcut to Hook Head in Wexford: We really recommend a day trip of taking the scenic car ferry from Passage East in Waterford (15 mins drive) to Arthurstown in Wexford to access the world's oldest still operating lighthouse at Hook Head (where there is also a nice cafe & shop).
While there, drop into the home of chef Kevin Dundun at Dunbrody House which is near Arthurstown. Have a quick lunch in 'The Local Pub' on the grounds where you can indulge in delicious beer-battered Fish & Chips, crispy stone-oven baked pizzas, Gourmet Burgers...best washed down from a selection of ice-cold beers, local gins, artisan cider or organic wine.
Or sample the Champagne Seafood Bar Terrace which can be enjoyed on the sunny garden terrace or inside by the fireside.
Visit the scary and impressive historic Loftus Hall (on the way to Hook Head) for a tour that you won't forget!
Explore the fine beaches in the area (don't miss the stunning Baginbun Beach for a swim!).
The two beaches near The Strand (Lawlor’s & further along, Councillor’s) are sandy and ideal swimming. At low tide you can walk from Lawlor’s to Councillor’s.
Check tides online daily to plan your swims
Ladies Cove is the nearest to the house is stony so better with water shoes. It’s secluded and a lovely spot for a dip.
Access from the lane opposite the church.
From the park and village road you can access Stony, Mens & Badgers Coves via steps down.
Badgers Cove is our favourite for a dip. When the tide is in, there’s steps down to the sea and you can swim around the caves and rocks. It’s bliss. The cove has a lovely secret sandy beach when tide is out.
Councillors Strand
The two beaches near The Strand (Lawlor’s & further along, Councillor’s) are sandy and ideal swimming. At low tide you can walk from Lawlor’s to Councillor’s.
Check tides online daily to plan your swims
Ladies Cove is the nearest to the house is stony so better with water shoes. It’s secluded and a lovely spot for a dip.
Access from the lane opposite the church.
From the park and village road you can access Stony, Mens & Badgers Coves via steps down.
Badgers Cove is our favourite for a dip. When the tide is in, there’s steps down to the sea and you can swim around the caves and rocks. It’s bliss. The cove has a lovely secret sandy beach when tide is out.
Balllymacaw is a very attractive, out of the way cove, not well signposted and not very well known. If you do find it is well worth the effort.
The cove is sheltered by small, rocky cliffs on either side. Access to the water can be from the rough slipway which leads to the small, stony beach. From here there is a gradual wade in so it’s good for children.
Alternatively, you can follow the rough path to the left of the bridge which leads you to a small pier cum landing area. The steps here bring you into clear and deep water, even when the tide is low.
The beach here is more stones than sand and when the tide is in it gets covered so don’t come here with too many buckets and spades. However, if you are looking for a quiet place for a good swim in clear water, then this is a good choice.
Directions
From Tramore take the R675 toward Waterford. Not far outside the town you take a right turn onto the R684/685 toward Dunmore East. Follow this road and watch out for a sign posted right turn for Ballymacaw . After this you are on your own as we didn’t see any more signposts and the cove itself isn’t signposted. Just ask the friendly locals
Ballymacaw Cove Beach, Irlande
Balllymacaw is a very attractive, out of the way cove, not well signposted and not very well known. If you do find it is well worth the effort.
The cove is sheltered by small, rocky cliffs on either side. Access to the water can be from the rough slipway which leads to the small, stony beach. From here there is a gradual wade in so it’s good for children.
Alternatively, you can follow the rough path to the left of the bridge which leads you to a small pier cum landing area. The steps here bring you into clear and deep water, even when the tide is low.
The beach here is more stones than sand and when the tide is in it gets covered so don’t come here with too many buckets and spades. However, if you are looking for a quiet place for a good swim in clear water, then this is a good choice.
Directions
From Tramore take the R675 toward Waterford. Not far outside the town you take a right turn onto the R684/685 toward Dunmore East. Follow this road and watch out for a sign posted right turn for Ballymacaw . After this you are on your own as we didn’t see any more signposts and the cove itself isn’t signposted. Just ask the friendly locals
Guillamene Cove just beyond Tramore is stunning and offers spectacular cliff jumping or an easier area with steps down. Sea Brew coffee are there to serve you sausage blaas with your coffee. There’s picnic tables to dine at. This Is a lovely spot to visit whether you’re swimming or not.
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Guillamene Swimming Cove
Guillamene Cove just beyond Tramore is stunning and offers spectacular cliff jumping or an easier area with steps down. Sea Brew coffee are there to serve you sausage blaas with your coffee. There’s picnic tables to dine at. This Is a lovely spot to visit whether you’re swimming or not.
These Authentic Japanese Gardens are set in the beautiful seaside town of Tramore, County Waterford, Ireland. These stunning gardens reflect the life and extensive wanderings of Patrick Lafcadio Hearn (Koizumi Yakumo), who grew up in Ireland, and whose life journey embraced several parts of the world. The gardens pay homage to the fame he attained in Japan through his incomparable literary descriptions of the people, customs and culture of that country.
Follow Lafcadio Hearn’s life journey, first through the Victorian Garden, then to the American and Greek gardens, until you eventually arrive in the Japanese gardens which feature many Japanese plants and Japanese architectural features. The Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens are a haven of beauty and tranquility for all who visit.
Children are introduced to these magical gardens through a special children’s discovery trail, secret pathways, woodlands and Lafcadio Hearn’s fairytales and folklore.
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Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens
Pond RoadThese Authentic Japanese Gardens are set in the beautiful seaside town of Tramore, County Waterford, Ireland. These stunning gardens reflect the life and extensive wanderings of Patrick Lafcadio Hearn (Koizumi Yakumo), who grew up in Ireland, and whose life journey embraced several parts of the world. The gardens pay homage to the fame he attained in Japan through his incomparable literary descriptions of the people, customs and culture of that country.
Follow Lafcadio Hearn’s life journey, first through the Victorian Garden, then to the American and Greek gardens, until you eventually arrive in the Japanese gardens which feature many Japanese plants and Japanese architectural features. The Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens are a haven of beauty and tranquility for all who visit.
Children are introduced to these magical gardens through a special children’s discovery trail, secret pathways, woodlands and Lafcadio Hearn’s fairytales and folklore.
Food scene
East Pier arrived next to the fish shop in Dunmore East back in 2019 and ever since locals
and visitors alike have been queueing up to get their fix of lobster rolls, crevettes, crab rolls & prosecco. The neighbouring food truck sells fish & chips.
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East Pier
East Pier arrived next to the fish shop in Dunmore East back in 2019 and ever since locals
and visitors alike have been queueing up to get their fix of lobster rolls, crevettes, crab rolls & prosecco. The neighbouring food truck sells fish & chips.
https://lovin.ie/food/combine-irelands-nicest-fish-and-chips-with-a-drop-of-prosecco-at-this-seaside-spot
Well know bakery in Waterford specialising in sourdough. Also recommend their focaccia, almond & chocolate croissants and excellent coffee.
Seagull Bakery Dunmore East
Well know bakery in Waterford specialising in sourdough. Also recommend their focaccia, almond & chocolate croissants and excellent coffee.
Down at the beach you can dine on the terrace of The Strand and the food is great.
No need to book the terrace tables but the fine dining restaurant does need booking.
Crab Claws in garlic butter are a favourite.
In 2023 they opened a new cafe close by called The Cliff. It serves breakfast and lunch every day throughout the year and from June it will serve Thai cuisine in the evenings.
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The Strand Inn
Lower VillageDown at the beach you can dine on the terrace of The Strand and the food is great.
No need to book the terrace tables but the fine dining restaurant does need booking.
Crab Claws in garlic butter are a favourite.
In 2023 they opened a new cafe close by called The Cliff. It serves breakfast and lunch every day throughout the year and from June it will serve Thai cuisine in the evenings.
Adriano Cavaliere and his team have created a classy, confident destination in Azzurro, on the Dock Road, just 200m from our house. It majors in the Italian classics: halibut and langoustines; linguini arrabiata; Azzurro bruschetta with Parma ham and Parmesan; half-a-dozen classic pizzas; monkfish scampi. Upstairs rooms have a lovely sea view. There are good menus for children, so Azzurro is the sort of smart family restaurant that doesn’t dumb-down.
It’s very busy during holiday season in pretty Dunmore – in fact, it’s mad busy during holiday season, so make sure to book, or else get there early. There’s always a great crowd of locals and tourists, and a mighty buzz, especially downstairs in the charmingly eclectic bar, and Mr Cavaliere and his enthusiastic and well-drilled team work super-hard to make everyone happy.
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Azzurro Restaurant
Dock RoadAdriano Cavaliere and his team have created a classy, confident destination in Azzurro, on the Dock Road, just 200m from our house. It majors in the Italian classics: halibut and langoustines; linguini arrabiata; Azzurro bruschetta with Parma ham and Parmesan; half-a-dozen classic pizzas; monkfish scampi. Upstairs rooms have a lovely sea view. There are good menus for children, so Azzurro is the sort of smart family restaurant that doesn’t dumb-down.
It’s very busy during holiday season in pretty Dunmore – in fact, it’s mad busy during holiday season, so make sure to book, or else get there early. There’s always a great crowd of locals and tourists, and a mighty buzz, especially downstairs in the charmingly eclectic bar, and Mr Cavaliere and his enthusiastic and well-drilled team work super-hard to make everyone happy.
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Best fish & chips in town. Down near the fire station (next to Seagull BakerY)
O'Sheas Fish And Chips
Best fish & chips in town. Down near the fire station (next to Seagull BakerY)
Blackfriars Coffee
11 Sea CliffFor breakfast or lunch with a view. Good coffee. Up at the golf club.
Sport
Dunmore East Tennis Courts
Tennis by the sea. Contact me to get booking details
Dunmore East Golf Club
Stunning place to play golf. Nine holes
Seasonal Adventure Centre in the Harbour. The paddle boarding, kayaks & Wibit Aqua Park in Stony Cove needs to be booked in advance and kids must be able to swim. Kayaking is highly recommended. You’ll be well looked after and get to see another side of Dunmore.
The Adventure Centre can be accessed from the steps down to Stony Cove or from the harbour.
The Centre also offers sailing, caving, climbing, archery, boat trips etc.
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Dunmore Adventure
Seasonal Adventure Centre in the Harbour. The paddle boarding, kayaks & Wibit Aqua Park in Stony Cove needs to be booked in advance and kids must be able to swim. Kayaking is highly recommended. You’ll be well looked after and get to see another side of Dunmore.
The Adventure Centre can be accessed from the steps down to Stony Cove or from the harbour.
The Centre also offers sailing, caving, climbing, archery, boat trips etc.
City/town information
By car or bus you can easily get to either Waterford in 20 minutes.
The Viking Virtual Reality Experience in Waterford City is unmissable for ALL ages!
Book ahead by phoning the medieval museum. We love the Museum of Time nearby.
In Waterford City we like Momo’s for lunch, Everett’s for dinner and for an amazing brunch in a
“Breakfast in Bed” style, The Old Couch Café.
With lots of foraged seasonal food, the Old Couch is very small so book ahead.
They also do a tasting menu in the evenings.
Other good cafes include The Parlour Vintage Tearooms, The Larder (sells the Seagull Bakery bread), The Arch & Blackfriars.
If you are looking for a bar in Waterford, we like Geoff's for a lively atmosphere
and the front bar in the Parlour Vintage Tearooms.
Waterford City & County Council
By car or bus you can easily get to either Waterford in 20 minutes.
The Viking Virtual Reality Experience in Waterford City is unmissable for ALL ages!
Book ahead by phoning the medieval museum. We love the Museum of Time nearby.
In Waterford City we like Momo’s for lunch, Everett’s for dinner and for an amazing brunch in a
“Breakfast in Bed” style, The Old Couch Café.
With lots of foraged seasonal food, the Old Couch is very small so book ahead.
They also do a tasting menu in the evenings.
Other good cafes include The Parlour Vintage Tearooms, The Larder (sells the Seagull Bakery bread), The Arch & Blackfriars.
If you are looking for a bar in Waterford, we like Geoff's for a lively atmosphere
and the front bar in the Parlour Vintage Tearooms.
Tintern Abbey
City/town information
Tramore is a quick drive away and known for its wide sandy beaches (excellent for swimming) and surf schools. There’s also a skate board park and award winning Inclusion Playground,
Amusement Park/ fairground (in season) and arcades.
We love the Japanese Gardens in Tramore
The original Seagull Bakery is also in the town.
The recently opened Beach House restaurant is superb and you can believe all the excellent reviews!
This needs to be booked well in advance.
If you visit Guillamene Cove in Tramore for a dip you can enjoy a coffee & sausage blaa from Sea Brew Coffee. There is an area for the brave to dive from and another easier area for swimmers like me!
Look out for the Unbeetable Food Truck for healthy lunches with vegan options.
It’s at the Pickardstown petrol station on the way into Tramore and one of my favourite places to eat.
And for a coffee / drink with a view, visit the recently opened One Waterfront is in Tramore town.
We saw a lizard scampering up the wooden steps from the beach there!
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Tramore Beach
Tramore is a quick drive away and known for its wide sandy beaches (excellent for swimming) and surf schools. There’s also a skate board park and award winning Inclusion Playground,
Amusement Park/ fairground (in season) and arcades.
We love the Japanese Gardens in Tramore
The original Seagull Bakery is also in the town.
The recently opened Beach House restaurant is superb and you can believe all the excellent reviews!
This needs to be booked well in advance.
If you visit Guillamene Cove in Tramore for a dip you can enjoy a coffee & sausage blaa from Sea Brew Coffee. There is an area for the brave to dive from and another easier area for swimmers like me!
Look out for the Unbeetable Food Truck for healthy lunches with vegan options.
It’s at the Pickardstown petrol station on the way into Tramore and one of my favourite places to eat.
And for a coffee / drink with a view, visit the recently opened One Waterfront is in Tramore town.
We saw a lizard scampering up the wooden steps from the beach there!