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Tresta Sands

Shetland Islands, Scotland


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Tresta Sands is a picturesque beach located near Lerwick in the Shetland Islands, Scotland. .

Tresta Sands is a long, white sand beach situated in a sheltered cove, making it an ideal location for families. The beach is characterised by its stunning cliffs towards the south end and gentle slope, allowing for relatively safe swimming. Behind the beach lies a large area of flat grassland and Papil Water, a freshwater loch that offers seasonal trout fishing.

The beach is a long crescent of white sand, protected from the open sea by Lamb Hoga to the south. Access to the beach is easy, and its gentle slope makes it suitable for swimmers of all abilities.

Tresta Sands hosts the annual Feltar Foy festival, which takes place on a weekend close to the summer solstice in June. This event is a celebration that occurs when the sun doesn't set, making it a unique experience for attendees.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 95%
Max temperature 12°C
feels like 11°C
Wind 19mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 72%
Min temperature 10°C
feels like 10°C
Wind 16mph

The tide at Tresta Sands is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 1:57 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 7:37 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Location: Herra

Location type: Rural

Nearest village: Houbie

OS Grid: HU606903

Coordinates: 60°35'30"N 0°53'40"W

Mapcode: GBR S04R.8LQ

What 3 Words: splinters.dished.quieter

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: Shetland Islands

Nearest postcode: ZE2 9DJ

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