Where Is Portrush Located?

Portrush: Northern Ireland's Atlantic Gem

Portrush is a popular seaside resort town on the north coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland (United Kingdom).

Geographic Setting

• Peninsula: Sits on a 1-mile-long basalt peninsula (Ramore Head) jutting into the Atlantic.
• Coordinates: 55°12′N 6°39′W.
• Nearby: 4 miles east of the Giant's Causeway; 60 miles northwest of Belfast.

Key Features

• Beaches: East Strand, West Strand, Whiterocks – Blue Flag sands backed by dunes.
• Harbor: Sheltered fishing and leisure harbor.
• Attractions: Royal Portrush Golf Club (hosted The Open 2019), Barry's Amusements (historic seaside park), Coastal Zone (visitor center), Dunluce Castle (nearby cliff-top ruin).
• Transport: Terminus of the scenic Belfast–Derry railway line.

Climate

Temperate maritime: cool summers (avg 15–17°C / 59–63°F), mild winters (avg 5–7°C / 41–45°F), frequent rain, strong Atlantic winds.

Portrush blends Victorian resort charm with world-class surfing, golf, and access to the Causeway Coast UNESCO Global Geopark.