Clogher Strand
Ireland
We stop at Clogher Head to take in panoramic views of the western edge of the Dingle Peninsula. This wide open vista also looks across to the filming location of Star Wars on Sybil Head during 2016.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Clogher Strand, perhaps the most tempestuous and high-energy beach on the Dingle Peninsula. Unlike the sheltered coves we may have encountered elsewhere, Clogher is fully exposed to the north-westerly gales of the…
Listen in the app2The Spectacle of the Atlantic Breakers
The primary attraction at Clogher Strand is the waves. Due to the shape of the seabed and the orientation of the bay, the Atlantic swells are funneled into the strand, resulting in massive, towering breakers. …
Listen in the app3The 'Sleeping Giant' of Inishtooskert
Looking out to sea from Clogher Strand, your eyes are immediately drawn to the island of Inishtooskert, the northernmost of the Blasket Islands. Its distinctive profile remarkably resembles a reclining figure, leading to its…
Listen in the app4The Storm Beach and Boulder Ramparts
Clogher is a classic example of a 'storm beach.' During winter gales, the Atlantic can throw massive boulders high onto the shore, creating a natural rampart of rock. These boulders are often perfectly rounded, smoothed by years…
Listen in the app5Coastal Flora and the Resilient Ecosystem
The vegetation surrounding Clogher Strand must be exceptionally resilient to survive the constant salt spray and high winds. You will notice that the grasses and wildflowers are low-growing and hardy. …
Listen in the app6Cinematic and Modern Significance
Clogher Strand and the nearby Clogher Head have also had their moments in the cinematic spotlight. The rugged terrain and dramatic views served as a location for several scenes in 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi,' standing in for the…
Listen in the app7The Shifting Sands and Geologic Time
As we conclude our walk along the strand, it is worth considering the temporal scale of this place. The sand we walk upon is the result of millions of years of erosion, the ground-down remains of ancient mountains. …
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As we leave the thunderous roar of Clogher Strand behind, we take with us a profound respect for the Atlantic's power. This beach has shown us the raw, unpolished side of the Dingle Peninsula, a place where nature is both…
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What is Clogher Strand?
Clogher Strand is a place in Ireland with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 52.1415, -10.2895 |
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