Welcome to Skerries

Skerries is a sea-side town lying on the east coast of Ireland. It is a thriving fishing town with a lot to offer to the tourist. It is situated 18 miles from Dublin City Centre.

The restoration of the old water mill and the on-going restoration of the two wind mills in close proximity to the water-mill have also earned Skerries an award in the National Heritage Award scheme .The water-mill is now open to the public since early June 99. Skerries has many amenities which are enjoyed by both resident and visitor alike. Its long sandy beaches,(patrolled by life-guards in the summer months) secluded harbour awash with pubs and restaurants, three islands off shore one of which can be reached at low tide all gladden the heart.

An 18 hole golf championship course is also in the area as is a sailing club which host both National and World sailing events. There is a strong GAA tradition in the town . Old and young are catered for as are all abilities. The Skerries Rugby Club has earned many accolades and produced players of a very high quality and often international calibre . Soccer too also has its place in Skerries with many teams entered in local and national leagues. Every year motor-bike racing comes to Skerries with the annual road races which are extremely popular . These races have been held for over fifty years.