Cramond

Barnbougle Castle Beach

Good for Relax

6.6

/ 10 Good

#283 out of 298
in Scotland

About

Barnbougle Castle Beach is located on the The North Sea and it is in the 12th place out of 13 beaches in the Edinburgh region The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Barnbougle Castle Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Silverknowes Beach, which has a rating of 8.2.

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Air temperature

6.4 M/S

Wind

+10 ^oC

Water temperature

0.7 M

Wave height

Home Farm Cottages, Scotland, Edinburgh

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Frustrating

4.3/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Barnbougle Castle Beach is located in Edinburgh within Home Farm Cottages, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"Legit took my breath away when arriving for a wedding. The venue, both inside and out, are truly magnificent. I have been to weddings in similar settings (Carlowrie Castle) and not only did Barnbougle Castle visually blow anything else out the water, but the staff were so friendly and chill. This made a nice change from other caterers who are clearly just wedding factories, ..."

Eugeen

"Excellent venue for events. Beautiful 13th century castle on the water."

T M

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"Excellent venue for events. Beautiful 13th century castle on the water."

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Stays nearby

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12 accomodations nearby

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3.7km from the beach

9.7

Exceptional

The Keep at Craigiehall

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Home Farm Cottages

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2.4km from center

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3.7km from the beach

9.7

Exceptional

Craigiehall Temple

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Home Farm Cottages

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2.4km from center

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3.9km from the beach

7.8

Very good

The Stag Head Hotel

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Home Farm Cottages

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4.4km from center

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Stunning Loft Apartment South Queensferry High St Bridge Views!

3.9km from the beach

9.4

Excellent

Stunning Loft Apartment South Queensferry High St Bridge Views!

Entire Apartment

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Home Farm Cottages

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4.4km from center

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4.1km from the beach

9.1

Excellent

The Shore Apartment

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Home Farm Cottages

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4.5km from center

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4.2km from the beach

The Armoury

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Home Farm Cottages

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5.3km from center

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4.2km from the beach

Very good

Three Bridges Waterfront

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Home Farm Cottages

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5.2km from center

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4.4km from the beach

9.2

Excellent

Ingleneuk Bed and Breakfast

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Home Farm Cottages

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3.1km from center

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4.6km from the beach

8.5

Excellent

Acer Lodge Guest House

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Home Farm Cottages

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3.4km from center

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Modern & Spacious 2 Bedroom House - Free Parking - Front & Back Garden - Private Main Door Entrance

4.6km from the beach

5.8

Pleasant

Modern & Spacious 2 Bedroom House - Free Parking - Front & Back Garden - Private Main Door Entrance

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Home Farm Cottages

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3.4km from center

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DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh - Queensferry Crossing

4.9km from the beach

8.7

Excellent

DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh - Queensferry Crossing

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Home Farm Cottages

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5.9km from center

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5.2km from the beach

7.5

Very good

Beautiful 2 Bedroom House in Edinburgh

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Home Farm Cottages

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4.5km from center

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

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8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access

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Aberdour beach

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Aberdour 0.8 km

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Silver Sands Beach

8.4

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Aberdour 0.8 km

Burntisland, United Kingdom

The Links Beach

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access

Burntisland 0.6 km

Kinghorn, United Kingdom

Pettycur Beach

8.4

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Kinghorn 1 km

Kinghorn, United Kingdom

Kinghorn Beach

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Kinghorn 0.3 km

Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom

Seafield Beach

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Kirkcaldy 1.8 km

Elie and Earlsferry, United Kingdom

Elie Holiday Park Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Elie and Earlsferry 2.2 km

North Berwick, United Kingdom

West Bay Beach

8.4

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access

North Berwick 0.3 km

Elie and Earlsferry, United Kingdom

Ruby Bay Beach

7.9

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Elie and Earlsferry 0.9 km

North Berwick, United Kingdom

Milsey Bay Beach

8.4

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access

North Berwick 0.5 km

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Transport Localities

Restaurants

Cramond Bistro & Tak...• 2.5km
The Cramond Inn• 2.6km
Gathering Space Cafe• 2.8km
Boardwalk Beach Club• 3.7km

Transport

EDI• 5.3km
Haymarket Station (S...• 8.9km
Edinburgh Gateway• 5.8km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Barnbougle Castle Beach?

Barnbougle Castle Beach has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Barnbougle Castle Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Barnbougle Castle Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Barnbougle Castle Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Barnbougle Castle Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Barnbougle Castle Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Barnbougle Castle Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Barnbougle Castle Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Barnbougle Castle Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Barnbougle Castle Beach?

Barnbougle Castle Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Beachgoers with pets

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Barnbougle Castle Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Barnbougle Castle Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Cramond Bistro & Takeaway is the closest place located 2600 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Barnbougle Castle Beach?

There are 2498 places to stay in the Barnbougle Castle Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Barnbougle Castle Beach include:

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How far is the Barnbougle Castle Beach from parking?

The Barnbougle Castle Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Barnbougle Castle Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Barnbougle Castle Beach is August. Its average value reaches 16°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 15°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 7°C and water 7°C. See more details in weather section.