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Skinburness Beach is a shingle beach backed by concrete sea defences and wooden Groynes. The beach is situated near the small village of Skinburness, which has stunning views over the Solway Firth towards Dumfries and Galloway in Scotland.
The beach is located near Grune Point, a raised shingle and sand beach approximately one mile in length. The west side of the beach faces the Solway Firth, while the eastern end of the beach features a saltmarsh teeming with wildlife, making it an excellent destination for birdwatching.
The beach has a rich history, with evidence of smuggling activities in the 15th century, where Scottish whisky and other contraband were brought to England. Today, the area is a haven for nature lovers, with the surrounding area designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and part of the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Visitors to the area should be aware of the tides and check the tidal tables before venturing onto the sands. Some roads in the area may be submerged at high tides. However, the beach welcomes dogs all year round, making it an ideal destination for those with four-legged friends. The beach is a quiet and unspoilt destination, perfect for walking and birding.
Skinburness Beach offers a unique and peaceful coastal experience, with its shingle beach, stunning views, and abundant wildlife. The area's rich history and designation as a Site of Special Scientific Interest make it an attractive destination for nature lovers and those seeking a tranquil seaside experience.
Shingle
| Today |  |
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| Chance of rain | 65% |
| Max temperature | 14°C |
| feels like | 14°C |
| Wind 5mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 29% |
| Min temperature | 9°C |
| feels like | 12°C |
| Wind 7mph | |
The tide at Skinburness Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 9:08 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 3:42 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Campsite
Parking spaces avialable off Skinburness Road.
Dogs are allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
just over a mile southwest as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road.
around 7 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 45 miles by road.
around 8 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 8 miles northeast as the seagull flies, around 42 miles by road.
around 9 miles west as the seagull flies, around 71 miles by road.
around 9 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 13 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 14 miles west as the seagull flies, around 74 miles by road.
around 16 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 17 miles west as the seagull flies, around 78 miles by road.
around 18 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 23 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 29 miles by road.
around 24 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 31 miles by road.
around 28 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 36 miles by road.
around 29 miles west as the seagull flies, around 87 miles by road.
around 30 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 92 miles by road.
around 30 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 41 miles by road.
Location: Skinburness
Location type: Village
OS Grid: NY113546
Coordinates: 54°52'44"N 3°22'57"W
Mapcode: GBR 4DT0.HR
What 3 Words: vast.riverside.chosen
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.
County: Cumbria
Country: England
Local Authority: Allerdale
Parish: Silloth-on-Solway
Nearest postcode: CA7 4QL
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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