A sheep on the cliffs at Malin Beg Beach.

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Malinbeg Beach

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At Malinbeg you'll find this stunning, sheltered bay bitten out of low cliffs, with 60 steps descending to a gorgeous little sandy beach. It's 6km past the folk village. You may find it deserted.


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