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Brighouse Bay

Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland

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Brighouse Bay is a small, picturesque beach located in a sheltered bay, offering a unique combination of sandy and rocky sections.

Brighouse Bay features a mostly sandy beach, approximately 300 metres long, with several rocky sections. The beach is situated at the northern end of a long, narrow, and sheltered bay, and offers excellent views of the surrounding rural area. Visitors can explore rockpools on the outcrops that jut into the sea, making it an ideal spot for those interested in marine life.

The beach has its own car park, located in a wooded area at the western end, which provides toilets and a short track leading through the trees to the beach. The surrounding area offers a range of activities, including walking and golfing. A circular walk starts at the beach, travelling along the cliff tops and then inland, providing stunning views of the rural landscape. To the west of the beach is a holiday park and Brighouse Bay Golf Club.

The main attractions of the beach and the surrounding area are the rural views and the opportunities for walkers. The beach's unique combination of sandy and rocky sections, along with its sheltered location, make it an ideal spot for those looking to explore the natural beauty of the area.

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Weather and tides for Saturday 24 October

Today
Chance of rain 100%
Max temperature 13°C
feels like 13°C
Wind 32mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 90%
Min temperature 8°C
feels like 4°C
Wind 37mph

The tide at Brighouse Bay is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 5:15 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 11:03 PM.

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Location: Borgue

Location type: Village

OS Grid: NX635454

Coordinates: 54°47'7"N 4°7'25"W

Mapcode: GBR JJ51.ZPN

What 3 Words: transit.dividers.country

Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.

Country: Scotland

Local Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Nearest postcode: DG6 4TS

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Visitor information for Brighouse Bay, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Weather, tides, visitor comments, beach facilities, photos, nearest postcode, beach information and nearby accommodation.

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