Portrush is bringing in thousands of tourists for one of the biggest events in the sport’s calendar. Escape the crowds at this secluded spot just minutes away.
Catching the golf this weekend? The Causeway Coast seaside town of Portrush is enjoying an influx of tourism, thanks to the Royal Portrush Open.
A spectacle of sport and golfing excellence, the tournament is one of the biggest events in the Northern Ireland calendar.
Drawing crowds from all across the world, Portrush is set to be busier than ever. So, if you’re looking to escape the crowds, here’s one nearby hidden gem most people don’t know about.
A secluded beach with pristine white sands – all the charm of the Atlantic coast
Bushfoot Strand, or Runkerry Strand as it is also known, is a scenic sandy beach just east of Portballintrae.
Just a 12-minute drive east of Royal Portrush Golf Club, it’s the perfect escape from The Open crowds for those moments when you need a little bit of peace and space to breathe.
Most tourists have never even heard of this hidden gem beach, which is just minutes from Portrush. However, locals rave about its wild and dynamic landscape and peaceful setting.
It can be found at the bottom of the cliffs below Bushfoot Golf Club. Thus, avid fans of the sport can even get their golfing fix here.
Surfing, walking, and dolphin-watching – endless adventures to enjoy
Bushfoot Strand was once named one of the “best surfing beaches in the UK” by Coast Radar. So, if you’re keen to take to the waves of the Causeway Coast with an almost empty line-up, this is a spot you can’t miss.
There’s a free car park at Bushfoot Road in Portballintrae, from which you can follow a quiet boardwalk down to the shore. Swimming is not advised due to strong tides and rip currents.
Still, the beach offers endless charm, with its rugged cliffs, unrivalled views of the northwest Atlantic, and scenic walking trails, not to mention its quiet, secluded charm.
So, do you need a break from the crowds at The Royal Portrush this weekend? If so, pay a visit to the hidden gem of Bushfoot Strand near Portrush for a moment when it’s just you and nature.
