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Port Seton Beach

East Lothian, Scotland


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Port Seton Beach, situated on the south bank of the Firth of Forth, is a charming seaside resort that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, recreational activities, and historic attractions.

Port Seton Beach is a small seaside resort with a small harbour and a sand and shingle beach. Historically, it was a traditional salt making village.

Seton Sands is a long, rural beach located between Cockenzie & Port Seton and Longniddry. The beach is a popular destination for various activities, including windsurfing, canoeing, and horse riding. Visitors can also enjoy interesting walks in the area. The beach is dog-friendly, with its own dog exercise area.

The beach itself is a mix of sand and rocks, with interesting marine wildlife to be found in the rockpools exposed at low tide. A car park is available along the B1348 (Links Road), with a path leading through a wooded area, over the dunes, to the beach. A small Haven holiday village, complete with an indoor swimming pool and 9-hole golf course, overlooks the beach. Nearby Cockenzie and Port Seton offer shops, places to eat and drink, and other amenities. Edinburgh, with its rich history and culture, is just a 30-minute drive away.

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Weather and tides for Tuesday 8 July

Tonight
Chance of rain 5%
Min temp. 15°C
(feels like 13°C)
Wind 13mph
Tomorrow (Wednesday)
Chance of rain 5%
Max temp. 22°C
(feels like 19°C)
Wind 13mph
Max UV Index

The tide at Port Seton Beach is currently low. High tide will be at approximately 2:10 AM tomorrow, and the next low tide will be at approximately 8:10 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   13.2°C  

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  • Facilities

    Food available Toilets Shops
  • Popular Activities

    Sunbathing Walking Water sports
  • Features

    Golf
  • Dogs

    Dogs allowed.

  • Lifeguard

    No lifeguard cover at this beach

  • Water Quality

    Water quality not measured here

    Water quality not measured here

Recommended holiday cottages near Port Seton Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Alba Game Fishing (0.6 miles)
Longniddry Golf Club (1.7 miles)
Seton Collegiate Church (1.9 miles)
Prestongrange Museum (2.8 miles)
Musselburgh Racecourse (4.3 miles)
Brunton Theatre (4.8 miles)
Staggs Bar (4.8 miles)
Gullane Golf Club (5.9 miles)
The Old Clubhouse (6.1 miles)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Cockenzie and Port Seton

Location type: Town

OS Grid: NT411759

Country: Scotland

Local Authority: East Lothian

Nearest postcode: EH32 0TQ

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