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Sources & verification.
What supports this field guide, and what still needs checking.
Current record status.
These links belong to the eight Place records in this guide: the original seven and optional Kilmurrin Cove. A linked source does not confirm that we personally visited a stop or that its opening, access and conditions remain current. Open the Place for its specific practical summary.
Tramore Strand
Record last checked: 2026-09-24 · partially verified · firsthand visit not confirmed.
Practical claims
- Access: Waterford Council lists Tramore strand as suitable for wheelchair access. Checked 2026-09-24 Source ↗
- Facilities: Public toilets are listed for the bathing season; confirm dates and opening locally. Checked 2026-09-24 Source ↗
- Parking: Council pay-and-display parking operates in Tramore during June to September; check the signs for the space used. Checked 2026-09-24 Source ↗
Kilfarrasy Beach
Record last checked: 2026-09-24 · partially verified · firsthand visit not confirmed.
Practical claims
Annestown Beach
Record last checked: 2026-09-24 · partially verified · firsthand visit not confirmed.
Practical claims
- Parking: Discover Ireland lists free parking at Annestown Strand car park, within walking distance of the beach. Checked 2026-09-24 Source ↗
Other references
Kilmurrin Cove
Record last checked: 2026-09-29 · partially verified · firsthand visit not confirmed.
Practical claims
- Parking: The Geopark lists parking at Kilmurrin Cove; confirm the entrance and availability on arrival. Checked 2026-09-29 Source ↗
Other references
Tankardstown Engine House
Record last checked: 2026-09-24 · partially verified · firsthand visit not confirmed.
Practical claims
Bunmahon Strand
Record last checked: 2026-09-24 · partially verified · firsthand visit not confirmed.
Practical claims
- Access: Waterford Council lists Bunmahon strand as suitable for wheelchair access; check the exact route and current conditions locally. Checked 2026-09-24 Source ↗
- Facilities: Public toilets are listed for the bathing season; confirm dates and opening locally. Checked 2026-09-24 Source ↗
- Parking: Copper Coast Geopark lists parking in the village near the beach; availability may vary. Checked 2026-09-24 Source ↗
Other references
Stradbally Cove
Record last checked: 2026-09-24 · partially verified · firsthand visit not confirmed.
Practical claims
- Access: The Geopark describes beach access to the rocks; check local conditions before descending. Checked 2026-09-24 Source ↗
- Parking: The Geopark lists parking at Stradbally Cove, without a capacity or exact entrance. Checked 2026-09-24 Source ↗
Other references
Dungarvan Castle
Record last checked: 2026-10-19 · partially verified · firsthand visit not confirmed.
Practical claims
- Parking: Discover Ireland lists paid car parking for the castle; check current signs and charges. Checked 2026-09-24 Source ↗
Route and film.
The Copper Coast Drive has seven ordered legs when Kilmurrin Cove is selected, but driving distances and times remain unverified. The map line shows stop order rather than road geometry. Use live directions and check local access before travel.
A Copper Coast film is now available on TheLazyNick Ireland’s YouTube channel. A transcript and rights review for a standalone media page remain open. Watch the film in the field guide ↗
Explore the route ↗