About us
Sea & Fun Dublin 🌊
Come for the sea. Stay for the fun!
Love sea swimming, meeting new people and a little adventure? Welcome to Sea & Fun Dublin!
We're a social community bringing people together through a shared love of the sea, friendship, fun and new experiences.
For us, the swim is just the beginning!
We'll explore swimming spots all along Dublin's beautiful coastline, with something different to look forward to along the way.
One week it might be a refreshing dip followed by coffee and chats. Another, a coastal walk and brunch, a seaside sauna, a picnic or even a board-game afternoon.
And who knows what else we'll come up with!
Love a quick dip? Brilliant. Prefer a longer swim? There's room for that too.
We hope to introduce occasional longer-distance swims for experienced open-water swimmers, while keeping shorter dips and social activities part of the same community. Everyone chooses what suits their experience and ability.
And when the sea has other plans?
We still get together!
If swimming conditions aren't safe, we'll swap the swim for a walk, sauna, coffee, games or another adventure. Because while we love the sea, it's the people and the experiences that make this community special.
What matters to us
💙 Friendship & belonging — Genuine connections and a warm welcome for newcomers.
🌊 Adventure & discovery — Exploring different parts of Dublin's coastline and trying new experiences.
☀️ Fun & spontaneity — A little variety, a lot of laughter and something to look forward to.
🤝 Kindness & inclusion — A respectful, welcoming atmosphere where everyone is encouraged to mix and feel part of the group.
🎉 Community beyond the water — Building friendships that don't depend on the weather or whether you fancy a swim.
We're not a competitive swimming club or a supervised swimming service. Everyone is responsible for assessing conditions and swimming within their own abilities. If conditions aren't suitable, we stay out of the water.
No pressure to impress. No need to know anyone. Just bring yourself and a sense of adventure!
The sea brings us together. The fun and friendships keep us coming back.
Sea & Fun Dublin — The swim is just the beginning!
Upcoming events
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🌊 Sea, Sauna & New Friends! | Killiney Beach
The Hot Box Sauna Killiney Beach, The White Cottage, Killiney, Dublin, A96 KXE6, Ireland, Dublin, D, IE# 🌊 Our First Ever Sea & Fun! Killiney Dip, Sauna & Coffee ☀️
New group. New faces. New friendships. Let's make a splash!
We're launching Sea & Fun Dublin at beautiful Killiney Beach, and we'd love you to join us for our very first adventure!
The plan is simple: a refreshing sea dip, a lovely seaside sauna for anyone who fancies it, coffee, chats and hopefully the beginning of some great new friendships.
Whether you're a regular sea swimmer, prefer a quick dip or simply love being by the sea, you're very welcome.🌊 The plan
1. Meet at Fred & Nancy's coffee shack
We'll meet at Fred & Nancy's on Killiney Beach, right beside The Hot Box Sauna.
Grab a coffee, say hello and get to know everyone before we head into the sea.
2. Time for a dip!
We'll enjoy a refreshing dip at Killiney Beach. Some people may fancy a little swim, others a quick splash. Whatever suits your experience and ability!
There's no pressure to stay in longer or swim further than you're comfortable with.
3. Sauna time! 🔥
Afterwards, anyone who fancies warming up can book a session at The Hot Box Sauna, right beside our meeting point.
Sauna booking is optional and paid separately. Please book directly with the provider.
Book here:
https://thehotboxsauna.ie/locations/killiney-beach4. Coffee, chats and new friendships ☕
We'll have time to relax, catch up and get to know each other. After all, Sea & Fun is about so much more than swimming!📍 Meeting point
Fred & Nancy's Killiney Beach
The White Cottage, Killiney Beach, Dublin
Eircode: A96 KXE6
Look out for our Sea & Fun group beside the coffee shack and sauna.🚆 Getting there
Killiney DART station is close by.
From the DART station car park, head through the pedestrian tunnel to the beach. Once on the beach, turn left (north) and walk approximately five minutes towards Fred & Nancy's and The Hot Box Sauna.
Parking is available around Killiney Beach, including the DART station car park. Please check local parking charges.
🎒 What to bring- Swimsuit and towel
- Warm clothes for afterwards
- Water shoes or suitable footwear for the pebbly beach
- A warm hat and layers
- Drinking water
- A little money for coffee or the optional sauna
- Your sense of adventure!
💙 A few things to know
This is our very first event, so everyone is new! Come on your own, bring a friend or simply come along to say hello.
Swimming and sauna participation are entirely optional.
This is a social gathering, not a supervised swimming event. Please assess sea conditions and your own swimming ability. If the sea isn't safe, we'll stay out of the water and enjoy our time together on land.Come for the sea. Stay for the fun!
Here's to the first of many Sea & Fun adventures! 🌊☀️2 attendees
