Staycations with wet and wild adventures  - seven great coastal activities to try in Ireland

Ireland has a host of water adventure destinations that are certain to float your boat

Irish sea kayaking is world class

Helen Fairbairn

If you’ve decided to opt for a staycation this year, you could treat yourself to a water adventure with some great activities happening all across the country.

Not only is messing about on boats, boards or kayaks fun and something the kids will enjoy, but water sports take the focus off any less than sunny days on a bucket-and-spade trip.