Photo of Peedie Sands Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Peedie Sands Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Peedie Sands Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Peedie Sands Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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Photo of Peedie Sands Beach surrounded by mountains

7.5

Good

Peedie Sands Beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Peedie Sands Beach?

There are 61 places to stay in the Peedie Sands Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Peedie Sands Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4291307&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Burnside Cottage</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4177119&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">RetreatOnThe500 B&B</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9927845&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Jog Lodge 8 - 3 Bed</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1437906&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">John O'Groats</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5167594&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Lower Thura House</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6138265&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Caithness View Luxury Farm Lodges and BBQ Huts</a></li></ul>

Brough, United Kingdom

#141 out of 298 in Scotland

7.5

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Bright sand Deserted Sand bottom Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Hunspow • 1.6 km

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About

Peedie Sands Beach is located on the The Atlantic Ocean and it is in the 52th place out of 113 beaches in the Highland region The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious coastline 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, hikers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Peedie Sands Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

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

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

To get to the beach, you need to walk along a mountain trail about 500m long. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Dunnet Beach, which has a rating of 7.6.

Peedie Sands Beach (Highland) is located outside the Hunspow settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+14 ^o C +12 ^o C

Air temperature

5.6 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Hunspow • 1.6 km

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Hunspow • 20.7km from center

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Hunspow • 1.6km

Transport

Airport

HOY • 19.5km

Bus Station

Rose Cottage • 3.9km

Train Station

Thurso • 9.8km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Peedie Sands Beach?

The coastline of Peedie Sands 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 Peedie Sands Beach?

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

Is the Peedie Sands 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.

Peedie Sands Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Peedie Sands Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Peedie Sands Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Peedie Sands Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Peedie Sands Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Peedie Sands Beach?

Peedie Sands Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Hiking adventurers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Peedie Sands Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Peedie Sands Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Peedie Sands Beach?

There are 61 places to stay in the Peedie Sands Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Peedie Sands Beach include:

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How far is the Peedie Sands Beach from parking?

The Peedie Sands Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a long descent.

What is the best time of the year to visit Peedie Sands Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Peedie Sands Beach is August. Its average value reaches 15°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 15°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 7°C and water 8°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Peedie Sands Beach (Highland) 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.Peedie Sands Beach (Highland) 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.