Clean Coasts

Our warmest thank you to Clean Coasts North Wicklow for their latest efforts at Greystones South Beach!

One of only three beaches in Wicklow to attain the a for 2026, this is testament to the immense dedication by volunteers who show up day in and day out. Bravo to all! 🌊🏖️

Today, we're bringing you a remarkable and innovative project from down in Cork - Ireland's very first Living Seawalls! 🐚

In September 2025, at Kennedy Pier in Cobh, a team from University College Cork installed a collection of concrete structures. These Living Seawalls have since become a home to a variety of aquatic dwellers - the Seawall functions just as the bug hotels we're familiar on land.

If you are in Cobh and would like to see the Living Seawalls and try to spot some of their residents, remember they are only visible at low tide. 🌊

So, what happens next? Researchers at UCC will monitor the installation and how it performs in the south coast climate. If successful, this approach could serve as a model for more installations, in Ireland and beyond! Community engagement is also a core tenet of the project. Schools, groups and citizen scientists are all invited to partake in monitoring and educational activities, while the Living Seawall itself doubles as a public resource, connecting us to the marine environment. 🪸

Cobh Tidy Towns, Cleancoast Cobh

🌿 Protect Our Dunes 2026 - Why Sand Dunes Matter?

Sand dunes reduce coastal erosion, absorb storm energy, and provide habitats for rare plants and animals. Human activities like trampling, sliding down dunes, wild camping, and roaming dogs can cause lasting damage.

🚶‍♂️Small actions by visitors can make a big difference:

✅ Stick to designated pathways
✅ Avoid walking or running on dunes
✅ Follow local signage
✅ Observe wildlife from a respectful distance

Together, we can preserve these natural coastal treasures! 🌱