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Cockle Shore is a long, wide sandy beach situated to the east of the town and port of Stranraer. The beach is a popular spot for a variety of activities, including paddling, fishing, and watching the boats leave the nearby port. Windsurfers and kite-surfers also make use of the beach, taking advantage of the suitable wind conditions. The beach has a reputation for being one of the cleanest in the area, making it an ideal location for those looking to enjoy the outdoors.
Cockle Shore is also a good place for wildlife watching, with sea ducks and gulls wintering in the area. Visitors to the beach can enjoy the scenic views and observe these species in their natural habitat. A cafe is located on the beach, providing a convenient spot for refreshments.
The nearby town of Stranraer offers a range of amenities and attractions for visitors, including a rail station with connections to Glasgow and a National Express service to London. The town has a selection of restaurants and shops, a museum, and a medieval tower house. Additionally, the ruins of Kennedy Castle and its grounds are located nearby, approximately one mile from the beach to the north of Castle Kennedy village, between two lochs.
Stranraer Cockle Shore Beach is adjacent to the Loch Ryan Coastal Path.
Sand
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 46% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 15°C |
| Wind 20mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 6% |
| Min temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 13°C |
| Wind 19mph | |
The tide at Stranraer Cockle Shore Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 6:07 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 12:59 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
There is parking by the beach.
Dogs are allowed
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
around 2 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 7 miles southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 7 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 11 miles south as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 13 miles south as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 16 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 22 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 26 miles by road.
around 23 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 28 miles by road.
around 28 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 34 miles by road.
around 30 miles east as the seagull flies, around 39 miles by road.
around 30 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 36 miles by road.
around 31 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 40 miles by road.
Location: Bishop Burn, Stranraer
Location type: Village
OS Grid: NX080619
Coordinates: 54°54'54"N 4°59'46"W
Mapcode: GBR GH1Q.858
What 3 Words: having.hypocrite.snappy
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: Dumfries and Galloway
Nearest postcode: DG9 8QJ
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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