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Irish Sea

The Irish Sea separates eastern Ireland from western Great Britain. Its northern and southern channels make it part of the Atlantic circulation and a maritime link among the surrounding coasts.

Fast Facts

  • The North Channel opens between Northern Ireland and Scotland.
  • St George’s Channel connects the southern Irish Sea toward the Celtic Sea.
  • The Isle of Man lies within the Irish Sea.
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