Garlieston

Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach

Good for Relax

/ 10 Good

#360 out of 570
in England

About

Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach is located on the Irish Sea and it is in the 26th place out of 29 beaches in the Dumfries and Galloway region The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & rocks cover, so it is recommended to wear 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.

Rigg or Cruggleton Bay 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.

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Historical

+11 ^oC +5 ^oC

Air temperature

5.5 M/S

Wind

+10 ^oC

Water temperature

0.4 M

Wave height

Garlieston, England, Dumfries and Galloway

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Bad

1.3/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach (Dumfries and Galloway) is located outside the Garlieston settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

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General features

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- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - low, mostly locals
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- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach

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What is the water and sand quality of the Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gray color. 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 rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Rigg or Cruggleton Bay 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 Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Rigg or Cruggleton Bay 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 Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Rigg or Cruggleton Bay 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 mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. 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 Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach?

Rigg or Cruggleton Bay 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 Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach.

How far is the Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach from parking?

The Rigg or Cruggleton Bay 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 Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Rigg or Cruggleton Bay Beach is July. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 5°C and water 7°C. See more details in weather section.