Our easier walk this month on Wednesday April 9th  , is a coastal one from Portrane to Rogerstown Estuary, back to Portrane and then along the coastal path to Donabate, returning to Portrane via St Ita’s Hospital.  Total time about 3.5 hours. 

Meet at Portrane beside the beach at 11am, to start walk at 11.15am. The later time is because high tide is at 10.27am and we need to wait for at least 45 minutes for the beach to be accessible.  

It takes about 40 minutes to get to Portrane from Rathfarnham/ Templeogue. Unfortunately, using public transport to get get there is not really an option, as people would have to be collected from Donabate.. 

Directions to Portrane from the southside of the city: 

Take the M50 to the airport exit, then follow M1 for about 6.5 km. At junction 4, take the R132 signed Rush, Donabate, Skerries. Turn right, crossing over the M1 to the next roundabout. Here, take the 2nd exit onto the R126 for Donabate, Portrane. Drive almost 7km to Portrane village, turning left just beyond the green area beside the beach. There is a small grey toilet block here. There is space for quite a few cars but it’s best to try to travel in groups, if possible.  

Parts of the path are very rough and stony, so boots or strong walking shoes are best. Bring lunch and a drink- nothing is open in Portrane at that time of day. Bring Binoculars also if you are interested in wildlife. Rogerstown Estuary is well known for its bird life. Also, a small seat or beach chair is useful and can be left in the car,  as we will be having lunch when we get back to Portrane, before we continue to Donabate. (Lunch can also be left in the car). 

If you need further information,   

Contact  

Deirdre McGloughlin  087-7741953.