Coasteering Around Ireland

Coasteering around Ireland sounds like fun ... after all Ireland is an Island and you can complete the loop. But many people may well ask what “coasteering” is. Well, “mountaineering” is exploring the mountains off the trodden path and with some physical skills. Substitute “mountain” with “coast” and Bob’s your uncle ...

While many readers will not automatically see the connection between mountains and the coastline, other will understand. And it helps to bear in mind that most units of the coast guard in Ireland and the UK are trained in abseiling and cliff rescue: The coast is rough and mountaineering skills do come in handy. Coasteering is actually a wild and ever-changing combination of climbing, cliff jumping, swimming, potholing and diving – all in the attempt to explore the coastline from a fresh perspective.

It goes without saying that coasteering is not for the faint-hearted ... and definitely not to be undertaken without proper training, safety precautions and a “Plan B” if all else fails. Should you get stuck below the tidemark in a cave, you are toast, period. And you will need local knowledge to find safe areas, especially for entry and exit.

Further Information:

General information on coasteering can be found at www.coasteering.org or on the website of the British Coasteering Federation.

While coasteering can be pursued at your own whim as long as you adhere to the law, you are strongly advised to start off with a beginner’s course. Several are offered by the following:

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