Corbawn Lane

Corbawn Lane

Corbawn Lane entrance to Shankill Beach is located 500 metres from Shankill Dart station at the end of Corbawn Lane road. The terrace which has a ramp leading down to the strand provides great views of Killiney beach, Sorrento Terrace, Dalkey Island and Bray head to the south. The strand is unsuitable for those with disabilities due to the stoney terrain and dangers posed by unstable cliffs. There are two main entrances to this section of Shankill strand, one is at Corbawn lane entrance and one at the end of Quinn's Road. Given limited parking and narrow laneway access, these two entrances to strand are mainly used by walkers. Those walking the strand are advised to keep a safe distance from the unstable cliffs and to wear sturdy shoes.

General Information for your visit

Transport: Shankill DART Station is located approximately 500 metres from Corbawn Lane entrance to the beach. The DART services all stations northward to Dublin city and south towards Bray and Greystones. Check train times at Irish rail website: https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie. Limited carparking is available near this location.  Three cycling stands are available on terrace for those travelling by bicycle.

Water Quality: Water quality testing is done once a week during the Bathing Season and once a fortnight outside of Bathing Season. Water quality information can be found at https://www.dlrcoco.ie/beaches/bathing-water-quality#summary-of-current-bathing-water-quality

Beach Bye Laws: Beach Bye laws are in place to make the area safe and enjoyable for everyone. These include rules on litter, dogs, jet skis, noise and litter.  Our Beach Bye Laws can be found at the following link: https://www.dlrcoco.ie/parks-outdoors/beaches/beach-bye-laws

Animals and Dogs: Dogs and other animals are required to be under effectual control. 

Lifeguard: Corbawn Lane and Quinn's road sections of the strand are not lifeguarded locations. These are not designated swimming locations. Please visit the lifeguard page: https://www.dlrcoco.ie/beaches/lifeguards

Blue Flag: N/A (not a designated bathing area).

Public Conveniences: No 

Events and Activities: You will need to have a licence to hold an event at a beach or bathing area. Please download application forms for water based recreational activities and commercial events at the following link: https://www.dlrcoco.ie/beaches/beach-event-applications-and-permits. 

Permits and Licences: You need a permit to film or operate a personal watercraft /  jet ski near beaches. Please find additional information and download application forms at the following link: https://www.dlrcoco.ie/beaches/beach-event-applications-and-permits