Approximate Location Map
Use two fingers to pan or zoom the map
Use two fingers to pan or zoom the map
Seascale Beach offers miles of sandy beach with views across the sea to the Isle of Man and the Galloway mountains of Scotland. The beach features a combination of sandy areas and shingle, providing ample space for beachgoers. A sea front fort and a new wooden jetty are also present on the beach.
The bathing water at Seascale Beach is a gently sloping, shingle beach giving way to a large, flat sandy area towards the sea. At low tide, a vast expanse of clean sand is revealed, making it ideal for various activities such as swimming, beachcombing, and water sports. The beach stretches for miles, providing plenty of space for visitors to enjoy.
The village of Seascale was a popular tourist destination in Victorian times, with the introduction of the Furness Railway line in the 1850s bringing city dwellers to the area to swim in the sea and enjoy the clean sea air. The area's history dates back to Viking and Roman settlers, with evidence of habitation still present today. Two stone circles can be found close to the beach, although they are located on private land.
Visitors to Seascale Beach can take advantage of free parking at the beachfront car park, as well as a good children's play area, benches, and a picnic area nearby. However, there is no lifeguard service on the beach, so visitors should exercise caution. Dogs are allowed on Seascale beach with no specific restrictions, making it a friendly spot for pet owners. It's worth noting that the proximity of the Sellafield Nuclear Reprocessing plant may be a concern for some visitors.
The beach at Seascale is suitable for swimming and other water sports, and the wooden jetty is popular with anglers. The beach is usually deserted, making it a great spot for water sports, kite flying, and other activities. On clear days, picturesque views of the Isle of Man and the Galloway mountains of Scotland can be enjoyed.
Seascale Beach is adjacent to the Cumbria Coastal Way.
Sand
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 85% |
| Min temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
| Wind 22mph |  |
| Tomorrow |
 |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 53% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 18°C |
| Wind 22mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
The tide at Seascale Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 10:48 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 4:54 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Litter bins
Slipway
There is a charge for parking and disabled spaces are available.
Dogs are allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
around 4 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 5 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road or 6 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 8 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road or 10 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 12 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 13 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 13 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 15 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 16 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 18 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 18 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 35 miles by road.
around 19 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 19 miles north as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 21 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 44 miles by road.
around 21 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 40 miles by road.
around 22 miles north as the seagull flies, around 28 miles by road.
around 22 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 43 miles by road.
around 23 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 43 miles by road.
around 24 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 24 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 42 miles by road.
Location: Seascale
Location type: Town
OS Grid: NY035009
Coordinates: 54°23'42"N 3°29'11"W
Mapcode: GBR 4K2M.Z8
What 3 Words: dolly.expect.grandson
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.
County: Cumbria
Country: England
Local Authority: Copeland
Parish: Seascale
Nearest postcode: CA20 1PZ
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
Important! Beach information is compiled from a variety of different sources and is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of compilation. However, information may be incorrectly supplied by our sources or go out of date after publication. BritishBeaches.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy of any information on this page.
