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Montrose Beach is characterised by a magnificent stretch of firm, clean sands that span three miles. The beach is backed by a substantial 9m high dune ridge, providing a natural barrier and an interesting landscape feature. Access to the beach is primarily from the southern end, which is closest to the town of Montrose.
At the southern end of the beach, visitors can find a car park, shops, and various facilities, making it a convenient destination for those travelling by car. A sea wall has been constructed at the town end of the beach to protect the car park and facilities above. Beyond this, the majority of the beach is bordered by a lengthy stretch of natural sand dunes.
The beach offers a short promenade with ample parking and features the Seafront Splash children’s play area, making it a family-friendly destination. Additional facilities include a family-run cafe, a shop, and an amusement centre, catering to a variety of interests and needs. The beach is popular with both surfers and golfers, drawn by its natural conditions and scenic backdrop.
Estuary Sand
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 100% |
| Max temperature | 11°C |
| feels like | 10°C |
| Wind 22mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight | |
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| Chance of rain | 63% |
| Min temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 4°C |
| Wind 26mph |  |
The tide at Montrose Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 2:59 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 8:36 PM.
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Campsite
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Free parking.
Dog restrictions apply.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Excellent water quality
around 5 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 5 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 11 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 11 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 12 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 16 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 17 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 18 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 20 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 20 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 21 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 25 miles by road.
around 23 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 27 miles by road.
around 24 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 30 miles by road.
around 24 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
around 25 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 41 miles by road.
around 28 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 43 miles by road.
around 29 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 44 miles by road.
around 29 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 50 miles by road.
Location: Montrose
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: NO726574
Coordinates: 56°42'27"N 2°26'50"W
Mapcode: GBR VY.FKL4
What 3 Words: pursuit.series.wanting
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: Angus
Nearest postcode: DD10 8EJ
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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