Stonehaven Beach
Stonehaven Beach
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Dawn_MacD
Dundee, United Kingdom210 contributions
Sept 2021
Thoroughly enjoyed walking along the seafront, and the boardwalk which borders the beach .
Great sculptures there too.
The seal and dolphins filled with pebbles are gorgeous, and the sea sculture bankies are such fun!! Spongebob, fishes - all manning sea vessels, planes and the lighthouse. So much detail - would love to own one!
Great sculptures there too.
The seal and dolphins filled with pebbles are gorgeous, and the sea sculture bankies are such fun!! Spongebob, fishes - all manning sea vessels, planes and the lighthouse. So much detail - would love to own one!
Written 1 November 2021
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Colin F
Stowmarket112 contributions
Aug 2021
Had a couple of hours on the beach with a group of 4 teenagers. Not a lot of sand when we arrived and the tide was quite high.
Sadly the toilets had been closed a couple of months earlier so the only option were ones inside cafe's for customers only. Ice creams and drinks a little pricey.
Sadly the toilets had been closed a couple of months earlier so the only option were ones inside cafe's for customers only. Ice creams and drinks a little pricey.
Written 31 August 2021
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Jim D
Stonehaven, UK699 contributions
Aug 2020
Stonehaven Beach itself is a pebble beach with two rivers erunning through it, the Ury to the north and the Carron to the south. There is a small amusement arcade and a few places to eat. Auntie Betty's Ice Cream Shop is a legend where you can buy many lines of confection you would rarely find elsewhere. To the far north of the beach is a charming little hamlet called Cowie with its quaint fishermen's cottages, many of which have been tastefully modernised. There is a busy caravan site which is popular with vistors from all over the UK and Europe. The outdoor swimming pool is well run by volunteers. It is a wonderful experience to run out of the changing room in a bracing North Sea wind and rain to the warm comfort of the heated salt water pool. It is like taking a step back in time and worth the visit. To the south of the beach, you pass the back of some residential and commercial properties which sadly look rather unattractive. The jewel, of course is the harbour area where you will reach by going as far south as you can go. It is always busy with yachts, fishing boats, lifeboat and many other variations of pleasure craft. The two pubs, Marine and Ship Inn are strongly recommended as is the Tollboth Restaurant. There is always a happy atmosphere on this harbour front which comes alive every Hogmanay for the Annual Stonehaven Fireballs to herald in the New Year. This is a wonderful place to visit especially on a warm Summer Day.
Written 26 August 2020
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colinpirie
Camberley, UK94 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
Lovely beach is really nice surroundings. The beach and bay provide a fantastic backdrop to a nice little town. Provided some of the most memorable walks for me and my family over the years. Can be both picturesque or atmospheric depending on the weather conditions.
Written 4 August 2020
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Yvonne R
9 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
Predominantly a shingle beach but loads of little sandy bits to enjoy when tide is out. Spent 4 days in stonehaven, most of it walking the beach with my dog who loved it as much as we did. Views are stunning day and night the promenade and boardwalk are also lovely and definitely worth a visit. Can't wait to return.
Written 8 August 2022
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VicBo123
Pateley Bridge, UK310 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
The boardwalk along the beach is having some work done so there were some metal barriers and work noise going on. The bits that have already been worked on are lovely. The beach is clean, quiet and huge. There is a mixture of sand and rocks. There are models to look at for the kids along the boardwalk. Easy parking.
Written 4 September 2021
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Bob50M
Ayrshire, UK594 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Nice little stoney beach in a bay in front of the shops . Large cliffs make it quite stunning. Nice place to walk round. Small cafe and shops on high street nearby. Free parking
Written 23 April 2023
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David S
Porthmadog, UK16 contributions
July 2020
Walked all the way along the beach from the ice cream parlour to the lifeboat station. This beach is mostly shingle but there are some sandy patches. I walked at low tide and it was really easy but running parallel to the beach there is a boardwalk so even if the weather is inclement you can still sample the Sea air.
Written 29 July 2020
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alibatty🦇
Dundee, UK21,162 contributions
Nov 2022 • Solo
This is a lovely crescent-shaped beach of 1.1 km that starts at the northern harbour end , and curves round to the little hamlet of Cowie Village. The boardwalk not only has great views looking over the bay, but is lined with fantastic ship & maritime-related metal sculptures by local artist Jim Malcolm. Stones, shingle and sea-gulls predominate on this beach, but there are patchy sandy areas to be found. At the Cowie end it’s much more rocky. The promenade is only minutes walk from the town, and there are a few popular cafes , a “chipper” , amusement pavilion & ice-cream shop en-route , as well as seating areas. There are also two attractive little bridges respectively crossing the Carron Water and the Cowie Water as they flow into the sea. It’s a great beach for strolling along , blowing away cobwebs and promoting a good mood .
Written 24 November 2022
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olibot
Bishop Auckland, UK1,248 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
We had a couple of lovely walks along the beach and found an abundance of sea glass. The beautiful weather helped.
Written 9 April 2019
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what evens are on at Easter..is the open air pool open etc?
Written 10 February 2018
The open air pool doesn’t usually open until late May.
Written 10 February 2018
Is the beach dog friendly all year ?
Written 28 May 2017
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