Cant get much better than this place . Have a walk along the pier . Sit and have an ice cream …read more Look across the ocean and dream of other lands that have lots of sun lol. Love this place ...

Where every Tramorian learnt to swim. Lessons are held every summer at high tide: tiddlers in…read morearm-bands start at the first steps, and graduate to further steps along the pier as they grow. The west side is bordered by a high buffer wall, and the lower eastern wall is the frontier between the pier and the slippery seaweedy rocks and rock pools beyond. You'll often see kids (of all ages) in wellies with buckets gathering limpets or frightening rock-crabs. The pier is the home to the town's lifeboat, and even houses the odd rowing boat and dinghy. Worth a visit during the summer to see the quaint system of swimming and life-saving lessons, or any time if seaweed is your thing.

Tramore is a really nice beach, only about 20 mins by car from Waterford city. It's not too big but…read moreexactly small either, and there is a nice promenade and seems like a great place for a walk or to bring your dog if you have one. There is a car park conveniently located as well as toilets (which aren't the cleanest by the way, but that is to be expected of beach toilets), and when I went there with my classmates there were a good few people; surfers, school sports group and a few people with their dogs or kids. It took us about 10 mins or so to walk from one end to the other, and the view is beautiful so it was a great place for taking pictures! I recommend it highly for anyone visiting Waterford, especially if it is a nice day. Overall, calm and serene, great view, easy access and close to the city.

Tramore beach is a wonderful sandy beach sweeping for miles from the foot of Tramore town to the…read moredistant sand-dunes. In fact, Tramore town derives its name from the Irish words "Tra Mhor", Tra meaning beach, and Mor meaning Big. Big Beach. It's popular with surfers, strollers and swimmers alike, and is big enough to encompass them all. The cliff end of the beach has a swimming area called "Ladies Slip", dating from when ladies and gents swam in different areas. Not surprising given the bathing costumes of the day - being seen in a saggy crotch revealing wet woollen bathing costume, complete with frilly (non-waterproof) hat, would have killed off any passion in even the most ardent suitor. Today, happily, bikinis abound and ladies are no longer conscribed to the cliff end. A promenade marches along the first mile or so of the beach, marked mid-way by a life-guards hut. Locally given the poetic moniker "the Prom". At high tide the waves pound this wall, and delighted kids and dogs scream as they're drowned in the surf storming the wall. You'll also see surfers appear from nowhere at the merest hint of a swell. Tramore is a famous surfing beach, having hosted numerous national and international surfing competitions. Well worth a visit.

For a person who hates the cold sea, splashworld is a safe haven.. Ive gone on holiday in tramore…read moreevery summer since i was a young child. Splashworld has 2 big slides for kids one dark and one light that have twists and turns. It has a small slide into the main pool ideal for young kids. There is a toddlers area aswell with slides and such in a child themed way. there is a small lazy river for kids and adults alike. Every 15 or 30 minutes there is a wave machine turned on which can be enjoyed by all but i wouldnt recommend for toddlers. There are lifeguards on duty at all times including the 2 big slides. There is a sauna(steamroom) in the pool area for adults to relax and a viewing area for the non swimmers. And if your staying in the pebblebeach resort you can get a discount for your trip to splashworld. Splashworld is great entertainment for all the family. Find this and more Gyms and Leisure Centres in Waterford at http://gyms-in-waterford.blogspot.com

The main feature in Splashworld is a 25 metre pool which was especially built for family fun - it…read morehas a wave machine, an extended shallow side, and lots of greenery and fun stuff for kids, including a pirate theme on the walls. They also cater for those who want to actually swim rather than play in the pool, dedicating times for lane swimming both early morning and after work. A swimming club uses the pool regularly also. Upstairs is a fully equipped gym. Great family friendly changing rooms. In addition to one-off usage, various memberships are available, including short-term membership for summer holidays. Thumbs up all round.

If the Pier is where every Tramorian learnt to swim, Newtown Cove is where they learnt to live in…read morewater. It's a very steep cove with a stony sea bed, and a short pebbly beach. A concrete platform and walkway runs the length of the Southern cliff, with ladders and ramps to allow quick access to the water, without the bane of sandy-feet. In summer the high-diving board is installed, and kids spend their days practising their moves. Backed by lovely shady woods, it has everything (including public loos and changing rooms) necessary for a trip to the seaside.

The old sign "Men-Only Diving Cove" remains, but the locals have long embraced communal swimming…read more A path grips the cliff-face, guiding you sharply down to a platform built onto rocks overlooking a narrow rocky beachless cove. The water is beautifully and transparently green, but the cove is too deep to see to the bottom. In addition to the main diving board, small diving platforms have been built into the rocks at various heights along the cliff-face opposite - adored by kids in the summer who want to terrify their parents. Be warned - jump well out away from the rocks when diving off these platforms - once you're out past the cliff-face the water is deep and safe. The Guillamene is home to Tramore's "Christmas Day Swim", when the town turns out at 11am ish for the ultimate hangover cure: a dip in the (to say the least) bracing waters, followed by a quick nip of brandy. For confident swimmers only.

Tramore's hidden heart. Worth a visit at any time of year. It's a long walkway through a small…read morehidden park along the cliff-face. Access through a small doorway halfway up Church Road, walk through the park, past the cannons of long sunken ships, the sea-cliff cottages, the tennis courts, and exit by the desolately haunted barracks into Love Lane. It's my favourite walk in Tramore - the whole beach and bay sweep before you. On a windy winter's day you have the best view of the sea-horses and surf stretching all the way to the open sea 3 miles away.

A lovely little park was revealed during the last renovation of Tramore House. Its landscaped…read moregrounds are fed by a small stream and several little ponds. It's a favourite of the local school kids at lunchtimes. Also favoured by local dogs: if your mutt is missing, he's likely to be found mucking around in there. Unfortunately, its ponds are from time-to-time home to shopping trolleys. North of the landscaped area is a little wilderness, with a hidden little gazebo and picnic area. Kennedy Part is not a place for sightseeing, but if you fancy some secluded spot, in the middle of the village, this is for you.

Many moons ago I was here at Tramore racecourse and watched a mare called Annanod (Annie to her…read morefriends) win a few races. She's still going well into her retirement, at the fine old age of 32. Tramore & Waterford racecourse remains almost the same. The familiar field carpark. The old stands. And the parade ring is still charmingly small. The weigh room looks the same, but a another small stand between the parade ring and the horses yard is gone. There are a few additions too, notably the kids area. It looked like mighty fun, even if it was raining. Wish that was here when I was a child. That said my memories of T&W RC remain happy ones. Nothing beat a warm sunny day at the August festival here. If you are in the area at all and there's a meeting on, go racing!!