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Dunoon West Bay

Argyll and Bute, Scotland


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Dunoon West Bay is a picturesque shingle beach located in Dunoon, on the Cowal Peninsula, facing south into the Firth of Clyde. .

Dunoon, situated on the west shore of the Firth of Clyde, is the largest town in the Argyll area. The town boasts attractive villas built in the 19th century as holiday homes for wealthy Glaswegians, which line the seafront. A notable feature of the town is its Victorian pier and ferry terminal, which provides passenger services across the Clyde to Gourock. Due to its accessibility primarily by ferry rather than by road, Dunoon has a distinct island-like atmosphere.

West Bay, one of the two bays in Dunoon, is characterised by a shingle beach that stretches west from the harbour and Dunoon Castle. The beach faces south into the Firth of Clyde, offering scenic views of the surrounding area.

Dunoon Castle, located at one end of West Bay beach, is a historic site thought to originate from the 12th century. Once a major military stronghold, the castle now stands as a romantic ruin, adding to the charm of the area.

Harbour Shingle

Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 95%
Max temperature 14°C
feels like 14°C
Wind 16mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 98%
Min temperature 9°C
feels like 12°C
Wind 15mph

The tide at Dunoon West Bay is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 3:38 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 9:07 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near Dunoon West Bay

Things to do and see in the area

Castle House Museum (0.3 miles)
Best Scottish Tours (0.7 miles)
Lunderston Bay (2.2 miles)
Western Ferries (2.2 miles)
Seatrek Marine Services (3.4 miles)
Scottish Terrier Tours - Day Tours (3.9 miles)
Clyde Coast Tourism (4 miles)
Gourock Outdoor Pool (4.3 miles)
Greenock Cut Visitor Centre (5.3 miles)

Places to eat near Dunoon West Bay

Livingstone's (340 yards)

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Other beaches nearby

Location: Dunoon

Location type: Town

OS Grid: NS171762

Coordinates: 55°56'39"N 4°55'48"W

Mapcode: GBR 05.YGFS

What 3 Words: dream.serves.confining

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: Argyll and Bute

Nearest postcode: PA23 7HY

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