Jurby Beach (Sartfield)

Jurby Beach is located near the remote northern tip of the Isle of Man, close to the Curraghs Wildlife Park and the Ayres nature reserve. It forms part of a long strip of sand and shingle along this part of the coastline.  The sand here is quite firm and the lack of dog restrictions make it a good place to let dogs run along the beach or along one of the coastal paths alongside the beach.  The area is also rich in birdlife and a good spot for fishing.

This part of the coast is steeped in history and legends.  A number of Viking burial mounds have been found nearby, including one in the grounds near St Patrick’s Church, Jurby, which itself has a number of interesting Manx crosses, some of which are believed to date back to the 6th century.
 
There are facilities in Jurby village, which also has a transport museum and an intriguing junk/second hand bookshop.