About Newton Stewart

Newton Stewart town is located in Dumfries and Galloway United Kingdom, and famous for its turquoise water, whose crystal clarity is incredible! This increases the level of beach recreation, since the better the water, the more pleasant it is to be in it! But don't be too cool!

Nearest beaches in Newton Stewart

view the highest rated beaches in area

Good for Relax

The Dhoon Beach

Mutehill 3 km
Very good
8.4
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Large low tide
1.7 Amenities index
Camping

Mossyard Beach

Sandgreen 2.5 km
Very good
8.3
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Very good
8.2
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Light sand & pebble • Crowded in season • Large low tide
1.7 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Good
7.7
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Gray sand • Turquoise pure water • Large low tide
1 Amenities index
Wild camping

Carrick Beach

Carrick 0.7 km
Good
7.5
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Gray pebble • Turquoise pure water • Large low tide
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Sandgreen Beach

Sandgreen 0.2 km
Good
7.1
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Light sand & pebble • Turquoise pure water • Large low tide
1 Amenities index

Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.

If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches. The most popular beaches for such a holiday in the vicinity of Newton Stewart are The Dhoon Beach, Brighouse Bay Beach, Monreith Bay Beach.

The list of available beach activities is certainly important, but for many travelers it is not a determining factor when choosing a vacation spot. Below you will find some information about the natural features of the beaches of Newton Stewart, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.

The beaches of town are mainly wide. According to reviews of major beach experts and vacationers, most beaches have a high level of cleanliness. Sandy beaches dominate the rest!

As pebble rocky beaches are common here, it's recommended to bring aqua shoes if you're sensitive to it. This way, your vacation will be as comfortable as possible.

Usually, the depth increases very smoothly. If this is important to you, always use our filter to check for a particular beach.

3 out of 8 beaches in Newton Stewart are partially protected from waves. These protections can be natural or man-made structures. If you're visiting the area during unstable weather, we recommend carefully choosing a place to swim, as high waves may not always be safe. Our filter can help you find a suitable beach.

It's worth noting that 8 beaches in Newton Stewart have a significant tidal range. This means that the water can recede from the shore for a long distance and vice versa, causing unexpected situations for you or your belongings. Keep this in mind when planning your beach activities and be sure to check our filter for information on tidal ranges.

Latest reviews on Newton Stewart's beaches

Mossyard Beach
8 Zander Grey

This charming beach is located within a working farm. There is a £4 parking fee, but it's worth it to make the most of your time there. The beach offers a mix of rocks, sand, shells, rock pools, and marshland. A convenient carpark toilet is also available for washing up after exploring the rock pools.

The warmest month during the year in this area is July, with the air temperature rising up to 18.7°C and the water temperature up to 17.4°C. The coldest month is January, with the air temperature dropping down to 5.3°C and the water temperature down to 7.2°C.