Arbroath - Victoria Park Beach

Arbroath, Angus

A straight rocky beach backed by cliffs with a sandy area close to the town. There are rock pools at the beach and large areas of grass adjacent to the car park. (Photo shows the nearby harbour)

Beach Type

Rocky

Facilities

Toilets and a tidal slipway
Cafe/restaurants
Shops
Camp site and caravan park are a mile away

Activities

Swimming
Sailing
Sea canoeing and fishing
There is no zoning for water sports

Nature and Wildlife

There is a cliff top walk above the beach. Seabirds and occasional seals may be seen.

Parking

There is free parking for 100 cars. including disabled spaces.

Water Quality

Excellent

Lifeguard

No

Cleaning and Litter

The beach is cleaned weekly in the summer and as necessary in winter by Angus Council. Dogs are allowed and litter and dog bins are provided.

Awards and Recommendations

Marine Conservation Society Recommended

Location

Nearest town: Arbroath
County: Angus
Latitude/Longitude: 56.5598, -2.56787
Postcode: DD11 5TB
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

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Access

The beach is a mile from Arbroath which is on the A92.

Public Transport

There are trains and buses to Arbroath.

Nearest Railway Stations

Arbroath (About a mile away)
Carnoustie (Approx. 7 miles away)
Golf Street (Approx. 7 miles away)
Barry Links (Approx. 8 miles away)
Monifieth (Approx. 11 miles away)

Tourist Information

Tourist Information Centre. Market Place. Arbroath. Tel:01241 872609

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Arbroath

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