Niarbyl Bay

Niarbyl Bay is on the west coast at a midpoint between Peel and Port Erin.  The word ‘Niarbyl’ means ‘the tail’, referring to Niarbyl’s unique tail of rocks jutting out into the Irish Sea.

This part of the coastline has spectacular views that can even include the mountains of Ireland on clear days. Niarbyl Bay Beach is one of the west-facing Isle of Man beaches that offers incredible sunsets. You have grass-covered cliffs with a small rocky cove with sand and plenty of rock pools to explore.

Niarbyl Bay is an excellent location for birdwatching, and you could see Gannets, Rock Pipits, Eider Ducks, Fulmars, Choughs, Guillemot and Oystercatchers. As well as the birds, you can see some great flora and fauna and see grey seals, dolphins, porpoises and even basking sharks.

You also have White Beach along the coast path, which is often missed unless you are on the trail. The beach is well worth a visit and gets its name from the white pebbles.

Parking is at the clifftop by the Niarbyl Bay Cafe, although you have a couple of spaces at the bottom of the hill by the beach.  The cafe has outdoor seating and is a great location to soak up the spectacular views.