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Rosemarkie Beach

Highland, Scotland


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Rosemarkie Beach is a beautiful and popular destination located on the Black Isle in Scotland. .

Rosemarkie Beach is a long, sandy bay situated just to the north of Fortrose, facing west out into the Moray Firth. The beach is located on the scenic Black Isle peninsula and stretches out into the mouth of the Moray Firth. The beach is backed by woodland and well-kept lawns, providing a picturesque setting for visitors.

The beach is home to the popular Rosemarkie Beach Cafe, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy some refreshments. At the far end of the beach is Chanonry Point, a renowned spot for dolphin watching, as these marine mammals frequently visit the Moray Firth.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 86%
Max temperature 15°C
feels like 15°C
Wind 13mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 91%
Min temperature 10°C
feels like 11°C
Wind 13mph

The tide at Rosemarkie Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 3:30 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 8:36 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near Rosemarkie Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club (0.8 miles)
Fairy Glen (0.8 miles)
Chanonry Point (0.9 miles)
Fort George (1.7 miles)
The Highlanders' Museum (Queen's Own Highlanders Collection) (1.7 miles)
Dolphin Trips Avoch (2.8 miles)
Inverness Railway Station (3.4 miles)
The Cheese Pantry at Connage (3.7 miles)
Castle Stuart Golf Links (4.5 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Rosemarkie

Location type: Village

OS Grid: NH738578

Coordinates: 57°35'36"N 4°6'45"W

Mapcode: GBR J86N.BYH

What 3 Words: coughed.bypassed.snoozing

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: Highland

Nearest postcode: IV10 8UW

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