Seafield, Quilty

About this spot

Seafield, Quilty is a sandy beach, located in a rural area along the south-west coast of County Clare and 3km west of Quilty village. The main activity at Seafield is swimming. Motorised watercraft, surfing and the use of canoes and kayaks is prohibited in close proximity to swimmers. Beach bye-laws are in place with horse riding and dogs prohibited between 11am and 6pm during the summer season.

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

Yes

Parking

Yes

Toilets

No

Accessible entry

No

Dogs

YesBefore 11 am and after 6 pm during summer season, not otherwise allowed at all times onto beach during the summer.

Public transport

No

Official water quality

Classified Excellent in 2025.

Seafield, Quilty is classified as achieving Excellent Water Quality in 2025 based on the assessment of bacteriological results for the period 2022 to 2025. Seafield, Quilty has achieved an Excellent Water Quality rating for the four consecutive years 2022 to 2025. Annual water quality ratings are generally calculated using monitoring results over a four-year period and are assessed against stringent bacterial limits to protect bather health.

Common questions

Can you swim at Seafield, Quilty right now?

Seafield, Quilty is currently marked "Good to go". No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself. This reflects the latest data published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland). Conditions change quickly — always assess the water yourself before entering.

What is the water quality like at Seafield, Quilty?

the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) classified Seafield, Quilty as Excellent in 2025. Classifications are a rolling assessment of bacterial samples taken over four bathing seasons, measured against E. coli and intestinal enterococci limits set by the EU Bathing Water Directive.

Is there a swimming ban or warning at Seafield, Quilty?

There are no active bathing restrictions published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) for Seafield, Quilty. That is not a guarantee of safety — assess conditions yourself.

Is there a lifeguard at Seafield, Quilty?

Yes — Seafield, Quilty has lifeguard cover. Cover is seasonal; check locally before relying on it.

What facilities are there at Seafield, Quilty?

Seafield, Quilty has parking. Facility information is published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland).