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St Ninians Isle Beach is a striking white sand tombolo that links the South Mainland of Shetland to St Ninians Isle. The beach can be admired from various vantage points, as well as from the beach itself, offering breathtaking views. The beach is easily accessible by road, with picnic tables available, providing a perfect spot to take in the scenery.
The beach is a long spit of fine sand, primarily composed of shell sand, connecting the small isle of St Ninian's to Shetland. This symmetrical curve sandbar can be seen from high ground, such as the Ward of Scousburgh. Geologically, this type of sand causeway is known as a tombolo, although it is also referred to as an ayre in Scotland.
The beach offers a range of facilities, making it a popular destination for visitors. It is located near Lerwick in the Shetland Islands and is dog-friendly, allowing visitors to bring their pets along.
Sand
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 70% |
| Max temperature | 11°C |
| feels like | 9°C |
| Wind 24mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 58% |
| Min temperature | 10°C |
| feels like | 6°C |
| Wind 19mph |  |
The tide at St Ninians Isle Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 12:30 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 6:30 PM.
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Toilets
Shops
Litter bins
There is a large car park next to the beach with a picnic table area and litter bins.
Visitors are encouraged to follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
Cleaned regularly throughout the bathing season.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
around 7 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
Location: Bigton
Location type: Rural
OS Grid: HU371207
Coordinates: 59°58'12"N 1°20'8"W
Mapcode: GBR R21D.4LT
What 3 Words: deed.digits.distilled
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: Shetland Islands
Nearest postcode: ZE2 9JA
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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