West Bay and Ramore Head Trail - Portrush

Start : West Strand car park, Eglinton St, Portrush (BT56 8DY)

(S/E) Starting at West Strand Car Park, follow the promenade or beach towards the harbour (North-East) with the water on your left-hand side. On the way, take time to explore the small RNLI museum on the left.

(1) After 1 Km, cross the footbridge left over the harbour. Turn right and climb the steps adjacent to the restaurant, before turning left towards Ramore Head.

(2) Follow the paths around this coastal headland, taking time to enjoy the panoramic views afforded.

(3) Continue around Lansdowne car park and follow the path past Portrush Countryside Centre (A). Follow the path along Bath Road and Bath Terrace towards the Arcadia. Continue along the promenade towards East Strand.

(4) Having passed the new Watersports Centre, turn sharp right (South-West) to emerge onto Causeway Street. Turn left (South-East) and continue along Causeway Street until reaching Crocknamack Road.

(5) Turn right and continue along Crocknamack Road (A2) until reaching the roundabouts and the starting point at West Strand Car Park. (S/E)

Start : West Strand car park, Eglinton St, Portrush (BT56 8DY)

Parking : West Strand car park, Eglinton St, Portrush (BT56 8DY)

Terrain : Coastal walk on surfaced paths

Public Transport : Translink

Facilities : Refreshments and toilets available in Portrush

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West Strand Beach, Ramore Head, Portandoo Harbour, Portrush East Strand

(A) Portrush Countryside Centre : take time to explore the Centre (seasonal opening - free admission) and read the interpretation panels on the adjacent rocks relating to the area's geology. If time permits, visit the recently refurbished Antrim Gardens on the right. Interpretation panels outline the area's maritime and archaeological heritage.