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Bray Beach

  • Saltwater
  • Beach
Sq. miles
0.2
Boat Ramps
0
Access Points
1
Species
3

Bray Beach is a classic Irish seaside strand stretching 1.31 kilometers along the promenade in County Wicklow. As Ireland's first seaside resort town, it offers anglers a mix of sandy and stony ground with easy access from the lively town of Bray. The beach is situated between Bray Harbour to the north and the imposing Bray Head to the south, creating a varied shoreline that attracts a range of species throughout the year. Fishing here is predominantly from the shore, with the beach itself and the adjacent harbour walls providing accessible marks suitable for beginners and experienced anglers alike.


Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Bray Beach and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Lesser Spotted Dogfish

Lesser Spotted Dogfish

Scyliorhinus canicula

Spotted Ray

Spotted Ray

Raja montagui

Thornback Ray

Thornback Ray

Raja clavata


Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Bray Beach. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Know where you can legally fish on Bray Beach

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Co. Wicklow licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Co. Wicklow.

Take Bray Beach with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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    Keep a private fishing journal for Bray Beach to find where and when fish are biting for you.

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Tides, wind & water conditions (10 day forecast)

On open water, wind and tide matter as much as the weather. See the best times to fish Bray Beach and check the marine forecast before you launch.

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