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Dalgety Bay, located on the north banks of the Firth of Forth, is a large wide bay with a smaller sandy beach that offers scenic views of Edinburgh.
Dalgety Bay is situated on the north banks of the Firth of Forth, directly across from Edinburgh. The bay features a large, wide expanse of water and a smaller sandy beach, making it a picturesque spot. The beach itself is a mix of sand, shingle, and rocks.
The bay has a history of contamination, specifically with low-level radioactive materials. It is believed that the contamination originated from luminous aircraft dials, which were deposited in a nearby landfill site after the Second World War. As a result, the mussel beds off the beach have been reported to be contaminated with radiation.
In 2006, Dalgety Bay qualified for recommendation by the Marine Conservation Society (MCS) based on tests for bacterial and viral pathogens. However, due to the discovery of radioactive contamination, it is no longer recommended for bathing. The Ministry of Defence has been working on a decontamination project, with an estimated £10 million being spent to clean up the site. Local warning signs have been erected to inform visitors of the situation.
For more information on Dalgety Bay and the current status of the contamination, visitors can contact Fife Council on 01334 412711.
Dalgety Bay is adjacent to the Fife Coastal Path.
Sand Pebbles
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 75% |
| Min temp. | 16°C |
| (feels like | 16°C) |
| Wind 11mph |  |
| Tomorrow |
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|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 65% |
| Max temp. | 20°C |
| (feels like | 18°C) |
| Wind 9mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
The tide at Dalgety Bay is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 11:38 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 5:54 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Approximate sea surface temperature:
14.6°C
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Inchcolm Abbey and Island (1.9 miles)
Forth Bridge (2.2 miles)
Aberdour Golf Club (2.4 miles)
Silver Sands Spa (2.5 miles)
Aberdour Castle (2.7 miles)
Forth Boat Tours (2.9 miles)
Maid of the Forth (3 miles)
Forth Bridges Walking Tours (3 miles)
Fife Leisure Park (3.7 miles)
Adventure Golf Island (3.8 miles)
All distances are approximate
around 3 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 3 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 9 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
Location: Hillend
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: NT159826
Country: Scotland
Local Authority: Fife Council
Nearest postcode: KY11 5YE
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