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Shandwick Bay

Highland, Scotland


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Shandwick Bay is located within the seaboard villages of Shandwick and Balintore.

The extensive sandy beach has dunes behind it and rocky areas to the North and the South. There is a charming harbour in Balintore to the North.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 28 March

Tonight
Chance of rain 72%
Min temp. 5°C
(feels like 0°C)
Wind 16mph
Tomorrow (Friday)
Chance of rain 14%
Max temp. 10°C
(feels like 8°C)
Wind 7mph
Max UV Index

The tide at Shandwick Bay is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 7:43 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 1:56 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   7°C  

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Recommended holiday cottages near Shandwick Bay

Things to do and see in the area

Mermaid of the North (0.6 miles)
Seaweed n Stuff at West End Beach House (6.1 miles)
Cromarty Courthouse (6.4 miles)
Hugh Miller Museum and Birthplace Cottage (6.4 miles)
East Church (6.4 miles)
The Cheese House (6.5 miles)
EcoVentures (6.5 miles)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Shandwick

Location type: Rural

OS Grid: NH860750

Country: Scotland

Local Authority: Highland

Nearest postcode: IV20 1UU

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Visitor information for Shandwick Bay, Highland, Scotland. Weather, tides, visitor comments, beach facilities, photos, nearest postcode, beach information and nearby accommodation.

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