Beach Bar

Beach Bar is a traditional Irish thatched pub and restaurant beside Aughris beach in Templeboy, County Sligo. The Atlantic shoreline sits directly outside the building, while the Ox Mountains rise behind and Knocknarea and Benbulben form part of the wider landscape to the east. The setting gives the venue a distinctly coastal character, with sea air, open views and a working connection to the surrounding countryside.

Inside, the pub has the settled atmosphere of an old-style Irish bar, with thick walls, traditional details and a cosy open fire during colder weather. The food and drink offering is centred on a pub-restaurant experience, with fresh pints and Irish coffee among the simple ways to enjoy the space. The relaxed character suits visitors looking for an unhurried meal, a drink by the fire or a base for taking in Aughris beach and Sligo Bay.

A beer garden provides an outdoor setting in warmer weather, allowing the Atlantic breeze and coastal surroundings to remain part of the visit. The pub also has a connection with music, events and occasions, adding flexibility beyond a straightforward meal or drink. Activities associated with the surrounding area include surfing, fishing and walking, making the venue a natural stop for visitors exploring the coast as well as for those staying nearby.

Beach Bar also offers bed and breakfast accommodation, extending its role from daytime pub and restaurant to a place to stay beside the sea. Its location works well for coastal breaks, informal gatherings and travellers following the Sligo shoreline. For visitors travelling from County Clare, the venue provides a change of scene centred on a traditional pub, a thatched building and the open Atlantic setting at Aughris.

The combination of food, drink, accommodation and seaside surroundings gives Beach Bar a broad appeal without losing its local pub identity. The atmosphere changes with the seasons, from the warmth of the open fire in winter to the fresher outdoor feel of the beer garden in summer.