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Portobello Central Beach is a sandy beach situated in the Edinburgh suburb by the same name, approximately 2 miles east of the city centre. The beach offers stunning views across to the north side of the Firth of Forth and out towards Inchkeith Island. Its proximity to the city makes it a favourite destination for summer visitors who come to swim, play in the waves, and sunbathe.
The beach is a hub for various water activities, including kayaking and sailing, with The Portobello Kayaking and Sailing Club based on site. Beach volleyball games are often held next to the swimming club, adding to the beach's lively atmosphere. The beach is interspersed with wooden groynes and is directly accessed from a promenade that runs along the back of the beach. The promenade is a great place to stroll and take in the views, with a selection of cafes and bars available.
Further facilities, such as shops and restaurants, can be found a short walk away in the town of Portobello. Many of the buildings in the area are Georgian or Victorian in character and form part of a Conservation Area, including Portobello Swim Centre, a Victorian indoor swimming pool located right on the promenade.
The beach can be easily reached via a number of buses from Edinburgh city centre, and some roadside parking is available near the beach.
Sand
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 46% |
| Min temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 10°C |
| Wind 19mph |  |
| Tomorrow |
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| Chance of rain | 56% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 12°C |
| Wind 19mph |  |
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The tide at Portobello Central Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 12:29 AM tomorrow, and the next high tide will be at approximately 7:59 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Shops
Dogs allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile southeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.
less than a mile northwest as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 2 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 6 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 7 miles by road.
around 7 miles east as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road or 8 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 8 miles east as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 30 miles by road.
around 8 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 30 miles by road.
around 8 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 8 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 28 miles by road.
around 9 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 10 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 10 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 30 miles by road.
around 10 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
around 10 miles north as the seagull flies, around 30 miles by road.
around 11 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 11 miles north as the seagull flies, around 35 miles by road.
around 12 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
Location: Portobello, Edinburgh
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: NT308741
Coordinates: 55°57'19"N 3°6'34"W
Mapcode: GBR 2C.XWXL
What 3 Words: garage.bolts.zebra
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: City of Edinburgh
Nearest postcode: EH15 1HE
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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