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Tresta Sands

Shetland Islands, Scotland


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Tresta is a beautiful long white sand beach with stunning cliffs towards the south end.

This sheltered, easy access beach is in a calm shallow cove making it ideal for families. Just behind the beach is Papil Water, a fresh water loch that is available for seasonal trout fishing.

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Weather and tides for Wednesday 15 May

Tonight
Chance of rain 0%
Min temp. 11°C
(feels like 8°C)
Wind 11mph
Tomorrow (Thursday)
Chance of rain 0%
Max temp. 12°C
(feels like 9°C)
Wind 20mph
Max UV Index

The tide at Tresta Sands is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 11:26 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 5:26 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Moderate

Approximate sea surface temperature:   9.3°C  

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Location: Herra

Location type: Rural

Nearest village: Houbie

OS Grid: HU606903

Country: Scotland

Local Authority: Shetland Islands

Nearest postcode: ZE2 9DJ

(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)

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Visitor information for Tresta Sands, Shetland Islands, Scotland. Weather, tides, visitor comments, beach facilities, photos, nearest postcode, beach information and nearby accommodation.

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