We're spending the long weekend in Ventry and have visited Ceann Trá beach for the past three days. Yesterday, the water temperature was around 13°C, so it's ideal for brave souls and those following the Wim Hof method. The damp sand is perfect for building sandcastles, and the high water debris on the beach can contain some interesting artifacts. There are a few portable toilets, recycling and rubbish bins, and a push-button free shower (located at the top of the ramp) that washes you from head to toe. Two lifeguards sit snugly in their steel cage cabin, keeping a watchful eye on swimmers and the occasional group of touring school kids. After this weekend, I hope to return on the sunny and warmer days in mid-August.