Photo of Stonehaven Harbour Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Stonehaven Harbour Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Stonehaven Harbour Beach with spacious bay

Photo of Stonehaven Harbour Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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Photo of Stonehaven Harbour Beach and the settlement

Photo of Stonehaven Harbour Beach surrounded by mountains

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8.2

Very good

Stonehaven Harbour Beach

Stonehaven, United Kingdom

#62 out of 298 in Scotland

8.2

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Fully waves protected Good for Sup surfing

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Located within the settlement

Stonehaven • 0.5 km

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About

Stonehaven Harbour Beach is located on the The North Sea and it is in the 7th place out of 28 beaches in the Aberdeenshire region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Stonehaven Harbour Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Stonehaven Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

Stonehaven Harbour Beach is located in Aberdeenshire within Stonehaven, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+16 ^o C +10 ^o C

Air temperature

6.5 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

1.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Stonehaven • 0.5 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

What to do in Stonehaven Harbour Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Stonehaven Harbour Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

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Localities

Nearest

Stonehaven • 560m

Transport

Airport

ABZ • 26.9km

Bus Station

Mannofield Church • 19.5km

Train Station

Portlethen • 12.1km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

8.2 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

8.2 Very good

Ian Miles

10 Exceptional

A very picturesque harbour located just outside the town centre of Stonehaven. Very clean area, beautiful views, and many things to explore. Try out a few of the bars around the Harbour, grab something to eat and enjoy the sea air. Do walk back along the sea front though! The boat sculptures are worth the walk.

Holly Pekarovičová

10 Exceptional

We really love to visit Stonehaven and it's beautiful harbour. We usually park at the harbour, it's limited but free there so try and arrive early especially on a sunny day. If you walk all around the harbour there is a path up and you can walk all the way to Dunnotar castle. You get a fantastic view of the harbour from the top. Back at the harbour you can get a much earned coffee or beer at one of the pubs or we usually use the coffee shop. There is also an interesting museum at the harbour to. The harbour itself has a lovely sandy beach which is popular with families with young children. Definitely one of my favourite places in Scotland.

Vicky Dunbar

10 Exceptional

Such a lovely wee area and busy with locals as well as tourists and day trippers like us. So many nice restaurants and cafes to choose from and lots going on in the harbour itself. Great museum with free entry here and just over 2 miles walk to Dunnottar War Memorial and Castle from here

Dominic Newman

10 Exceptional

Simply stunning, what a beautiful place to visit and the restaurants were excellent also as was the local fish and chip takeaway including the fried Mars Bar.

Bill B

8 Very good

We enjoyed our short visit. Not a big place, but pleasant enough. Not as good as the advertising suggests though. Free parking which is always a plus.

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Stonehaven Harbour Beach?

The coastline of Stonehaven Harbour Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Stonehaven Harbour Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Stonehaven Harbour Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Stonehaven Harbour Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Stonehaven Harbour Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Stonehaven Harbour Beach is fully protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are a lot of boats in the bay.

Is the Stonehaven Harbour Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Stonehaven Harbour Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Stonehaven Harbour Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Stonehaven Harbour Beach?

The bar is located right on the Stonehaven Harbour Beach.

How far is the Stonehaven Harbour Beach from parking?

The Stonehaven Harbour Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Stonehaven Harbour Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Stonehaven Harbour Beach is July. Its average value reaches 16°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 14°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 5°C and water 8°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Stonehaven Harbour Beach (Aberdeenshire) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Stonehaven Harbour Beach (Aberdeenshire) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.