

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Bishop's Pool is a natural tidal pool carved into the limestone shelf of Mullaghmore Head. This sheltered, enclosed environment provides a site for diving and snorkelling even when Atlantic swells are active nearby. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 5 metres and an average depth of 3 metres. Entry is via the shore. Conditions vary, with mild currents, potential surf, and hazards including entanglement and jellyfish. Species recorded around this area include harbour seals, common lobsters, sea stars, and various jellyfish species. Water temperatures range from 9C to 16C, with the pool occasionally retaining heat from the sun to become warmer than the surrounding ocean.
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The pool is a tidal pool that empties and fills with the tide.
Leave Mullaghmore village following the headland road. After a short drive, find picnic benches on the right, follow the coastal road towards the Atlantic, and at the bottom of the hill take a 90 degree turn to the left.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 5m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
9-16°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include harbour seals, common lobsters, sea stars, European green crabs, sea cucumbers, and jellyfish such as the compass jellyfish and common moon jellyfish.
Yes, Bishop's Pool is suitable for beginners due to its sheltered, enclosed nature and shallow depths.
The depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
This is a shore entry site.
Yes, the site is well-suited for snorkelling with a rating of 4 out of 5.
Diving at Bishop's Pool, Mullaghmore in Mullaghmore requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Bishop's Pool, Mullaghmore in Mullaghmore. Water temperatures range from 9°C to 16°C.
Divers at Bishop's Pool, Mullaghmore in Mullaghmore should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Bishop's Pool, Mullaghmore in Mullaghmore typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.