East Strand Portrush is safe for bathing, DAERA confirms

Fri, March 29, 2024

East Strand Beach, Portrush is safe for bathing following confirmation from DAERA that the water sample results are within acceptable limits for bathing waters.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has removed signage advising against bathing in the area.

On Wednesday night, Council was advised by DAERA Marine & Fishery Division of a report of slurry being washed onto the site from a culvert.

As a precautionary response, Council staff erected signage at the site to advise against bathing and engaged directly with local water users.

The signage was removed on Friday afternoon.