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Thorntonloch Beach is a beautiful and somewhat secluded sandy beach located on the east coast of Scotland, near the town of Dunbar.
Thorntonloch Beach is situated almost hidden behind the rocky outcrop of Torness Point and within sight of the Torness nuclear power station. The beach runs south for approximately 400m, backed along its length by shallow dunes. It is a wide, sandy beach that offers a range of activities, including bathing, windsurfing, and fishing, making it a popular spot for fishermen.
The beach is located about 32 miles south of Edinburgh, just off the A1. There is a small caravan park immediately behind the beach, and free parking with toilets can be found close by. For those looking for more amenities, Dunbar town is approximately 6 miles to the north, offering a range of cafes, restaurants, and shops.
The area surrounding Thorntonloch Beach offers some good walks, including the John Muir Way, which passes nearby. The beach gained brief notoriety in May 1950 when 147 beached whales became stranded here.
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Chance of rain | 3% |
Min temp. | 15°C |
(feels like | 13°C) |
Wind 16mph | ![]() |
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Chance of rain | 1% |
Max temp. | 23°C |
(feels like | 19°C) |
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The tide at Thorntonloch Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 7:56 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 2:21 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Approximate sea surface temperature:
13.4°C
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Pease Bay (3 miles)
Dunbar Golf Club (4.8 miles)
Coast to Coast Surf School (5.3 miles)
Victoria Harbour (5.5 miles)
John Muir's Birthplace (5.5 miles)
Dunbar Leisure Pool (5.6 miles)
All distances are approximate
around 11 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 2 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 3 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 5 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 7 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
Location: Thorntonloch
Location type: Village
OS Grid: NT754742
Country: Scotland
Local Authority: East Lothian
Nearest postcode: EH42 1QS
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