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Cullen Bay is home to an attractive, golden sandy beach situated to the west of the village of Cullen. The beach overlooks Cullen Bay, providing some degree of shelter from strong currents, making it an ideal spot for swimming and snorkelling.
The beach is famous for its distinctive rock formation, known as The Three Kings beach stack. According to legend, these 4 metre tall quartzite stacks are the grave stones of three Norse Kings who died at the Battle of Bauds in 962. Visitors can also enjoy water sports such as surfing and sailing, as well as fishing and walking along the coastline.
At low tide, numerous rockpools become exposed, offering a fun and educational experience for children to explore. The coastline is also known for its dolphin sightings, with pods occasionally spotted jumping in the surf. For those planning a visit, free parking is available underneath the railway viaduct, which provides direct access to the beach. Toilets and picnic areas with tables can be found nearby, along with dog bins.
The historic railway viaduct has been incorporated into the national cycle network, which passes the beach. Further amenities, including pubs, restaurants, and accommodation, can be found in the village of Cullen, which boasts a rich history dating back over one thousand years. Cullen Links Golf Club is also located behind the beach, offering stunning views of the bay.
Cullen Bay is adjacent to the Moray Coast Trail.
Bay Sand
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 25% |
| Min temperature | 15°C |
| feels like | 16°C |
| Wind 14mph |  |
| Tomorrow |
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| Chance of rain | % |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 18°C |
| Wind 22mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
The tide at Cullen Bay is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 1:36 AM tomorrow, and the next high tide will be at approximately 7:52 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Toilets
There is parking near the beach.
Dogs are allowed.
The beach is not cleaned.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Good water quality
around 3 miles west as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 3 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 3 miles west as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 11 miles east as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 12 miles east as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 16 miles west as the seagull flies, around 25 miles by road.
around 18 miles west as the seagull flies, around 27 miles by road.
around 22 miles west as the seagull flies, around 31 miles by road.
around 24 miles west as the seagull flies, around 30 miles by road.
around 27 miles east as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
around 28 miles west as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
Location: Seatown,
Location type: Village
OS Grid: NJ503674
Coordinates: 57°41'39"N 2°50'1"W
Mapcode: GBR M8CD.2J0
What 3 Words: enhanced.calculating.feuds
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: Moray
Nearest postcode: AB56 4WB
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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