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Doonfoot Beach

South Ayrshire, Scotland


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Doonfoot Beach is a small, rural beach located on the Ayrshire coastline, approximately 2 miles south of Ayr. .

Doonfoot Beach is a sandy beach with some rocks, situated just to the south of Ayr. The beach offers views over the Firth of Clyde, out towards the Isle of Arran and beyond that to the Mull of Kintyre Peninsula. The terrain is mainly sandy, although there are some rocks, and the beach is backed by undeveloped grassy areas.

The beach is overlooked by picturesque castle ruins. However, visitors should be aware that jellyfish are sometimes washed up along this part of the coast, particularly during the warmer summer months, and care needs to be taken not to touch these. Dogs should also be kept away from them. The area around the beach is popular with walkers and golfers, and there are a number of holiday parks and caravan sites nearby.

The beach's rural location and undeveloped surroundings make it an attractive destination for those seeking a more peaceful and natural beach experience.

Doonfoot Beach is adjacent to the Ayrshire Coastal Path.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 100%
Max temperature 14°C
feels like 13°C
Wind 20mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 100%
Min temperature 10°C
feels like 10°C
Wind 19mph

The tide at Doonfoot Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 8:38 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 3:18 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near Doonfoot Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Belleisle Golf Course (0.6 miles)
Rozelle Park (1 miles)
Burns National Heritage Park (1 miles)
Burns Monument and Gardens (1 miles)
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum (1.2 miles)
Pirate Pete's (1.4 miles)
Ayr Gaiety Theatre (1.6 miles)
Rozelle House Galleries (1.7 miles)
The Room Ayr (1.8 miles)
Heads of Ayr Farm Park (1.8 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Seafield, Ayr

Location type: Urban

OS Grid: NS322195

Coordinates: 55°26'28"N 4°39'10"W

Mapcode: GBR 38.ZC95

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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: South Ayrshire

Nearest postcode: KA7 4DX

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