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Collieston Beach is a small sandy beach situated inside a quaint fishing harbour, which was developed after the introduction of breakwaters in the 19th century. The harbour's sheltered location and protective wall create a calm and peaceful environment, making it an ideal spot for visitors. The beach is easily accessible via a slipway, and parking is available along the harbour wall.
A café overlooks the beach, providing a convenient spot for refreshments and taking in the views. For those looking to explore further, the Cransdal Vantage Point, a headland to the north of the beach, offers excellent views of the surrounding coastline. The nearby Forvie National Nature Reserve, which borders the village to the south, is a haven for nature lovers and those interested in exploring the local wildlife.
Collieston has a rich history as a fishing village, although it has largely become a commuter town for nearby Aberdeen in recent years. The coastline surrounding Collieston Beach is dotted with coves and caves, which were once used by smugglers and are now steeped in history and legend.
Cove Harbour Sand
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 20% |
| Max temperature | 17°C |
| feels like | 18°C |
| Wind 16mph |  |
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| Chance of rain | % |
| Min temperature | 10°C |
| feels like | 14°C |
| Wind 12mph |  |
The tide at Collieston Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 3:31 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 9:34 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Slipway
Free public car park is located at the north end of the village at Cransdale (first left after the church).
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Good water quality
around 4 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road or 6 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 8 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 12 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 14 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 15 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 22 miles north as the seagull flies, around 30 miles by road.
around 23 miles north as the seagull flies, around 31 miles by road.
around 23 miles north as the seagull flies, around 29 miles by road.
around 24 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 29 miles by road.
around 25 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
around 28 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 38 miles by road.
around 28 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 38 miles by road.
around 31 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
Location: Collieston
Location type: Village
OS Grid: NK040285
Coordinates: 57°20'50"N 1°56'3"W
Mapcode: GBR P9L9.DHT
What 3 Words: stems.puncture.aliens
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: Aberdeenshire
Nearest postcode: AB41 8RQ
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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