Beside the seaside

Tap, tap, tap. Tap, tap. “Oh, there it goes – that wee one’s for the pot.” The mussel in my hand slowly and silently hinges shut, like a lid on a fancy electronic bin. “If it closes completely that’s

Aer Lingus has flights to Belfast from 20 UK cities, including Edinburgh, Cardiff, Manchester and London. aerlingus.com For a no-fly option, Stena Line operates daily car ferry sailings from Cairnryan

Discover the world-beating wonder of our nation’s shorelines

Like a siren song, this stunning section of the Wild Atlantic Way is irresistible to riders

Every month, we trawl the nation’s coastline to bring you news of the people, places and exciting goings-on that are worth knowing about

Named the Coolest Place on the Planet by National Geographic Traveller in 2017, County Donegal is famed for its rugged coastline, towering sea cliffs and unspoilt landscapes. This north-western gem bl