Recreation
Walking, Angling, Birdwatching
For many Dublin people Dún Laoghaire Harbour is best known as
a popular location for walking,
particularly at week-ends. The West Pier, though less used for walking,
has always been a
popular site for angling and one can always expect to see a line of fishermen
standing at the
end of the Pier.
Read the full article and download a Walking Map
Yachting
There are four waterfront yacht clubs located between the East and West Piers. In addition there are two umbrella Clubs, without premises, the Royal Alfred Yacht Club, founded in 1857, and the Dublin Bay Sailing Club, founded in 1884.
Read the full article and view the list of Yacht Clubs in the area.
Coastal Rowing
Based in Dún Laoghaire harbour, one of the east coast’s major centres of commercial and recreational maritime activity, St. Michael’s Rowing Club proudly represent the sport of coastal rowing in the town.
Coastal Rowing in Ireland is a sport for all, firmly rooted in local tradition, but connected to the sport as practiced the world over. It combines all the positive aspects of team sport, seamanship, fitness, competitive competition, and the great outdoors.
Visit St. Michaels Rowing Club web site for more information on getting involved
Public Boatyard
A boatyard is provided in the Coal Harbour for members of the public who do not have access to Yacht Clubs or storage facilities. The two public slipways provide popular access to the water and are a hive of activity in the summer months.
Read the full article and information on Boat Storage at the Harbour.
View
the Boatyard Hoist in action.
Marine Activity Centre
The Irish Nautical College and Training school was based in this building at the root of the West Pier from 1951 to 1975. Subsequently the Commissioners of Irish Lights leased the building until 1986 as a training centre for members of the service. Read more
Dún Laoghaire Harbour Sea Scouts
We are an irish speaking troop and have been using the harbour for over 20 years and are based in the corner of the West Pier next door to the Irish Youth Sailing Club.
Gearoid O'Riain SSL (sea scout leader) Manannán
8ú Calafort Gasoga Mara, Cuan Dún Laoghaire
www.clubi.ie
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