A TOTAL OF 85 Irish beaches and marinas have been awarded Blue Flags this year. 82 of the 85 beaches and nine out of 10 marinas awarded last year have retained Blue Flag status for this year.

It reads on Discover Ireland: "Stop off at scenic Kilkee in County Clare, stroll along the golden Blue Flag beach and swim in waters protected by a reef from the full force of the Atlantic Ocean." ...

IRISH sunseekers have been hit with a major blow as it's been announced that five popular Irish beaches will close for months. Five blue flag beaches in Galway will be closed to the public for the ...