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Tyninghame Beach

Beach

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Farmland, Riverside

Walking, Cycling, Swimming, Photography, Wildlife Watching, Kayaking, Fishing, Picnicking, Birdwatching

Spring to Autumn

Photo: Richard Webb via Geograph.org.uk

Tyninghame Beach is a large sandy beach backed by dunes and woodland at the mouth of the River Tyne in East Lothian, within John Muir Country Park. The wide sands are more properly called Ravensheugh Sands, with Tyninghame used as the everyday name. Families, dog walkers and kite flyers use it, and ...

10

Parking nearby

0

Food Spots nearby

2

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

1 day, 9 overnight

Lodges at Whitekirk Hill, The Dolphin Inn Hostel

Nearest Hidden Gem 2

Nearest Hidden Gem 3

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Tyninghame Beach?
East Lothian hosts this expansive coastal stretch on its shoreline. Walkers usually head through the woods to find the open sand.

What type of place is Tyninghame Beach?
Tyninghame Beach is a sandy bay on the coast of East Lothian in Scotland.

When is the best time to visit Tyninghame Beach?
Autumn months provide wonderful crisp weather and thinner crowds along the dunes. Spring and summer also offer great daylight hours for exploring the sand.

What can you do at Tyninghame Beach?
Walking along the vast expanse gives you beautiful views of Bass Rock across the water. Children love to paddle safely in the shallow waves while adults explore the old wartime tank barriers.

How long should I spend at Tyninghame Beach?
A few hours will give you plenty of time to stroll through the pines and relax on the shoreline. Many people pack a picnic and stay for the whole afternoon.

Where do I park at Tyninghame Beach?
Vehicles can use the ten spaces near the farmhouse, which provide one day and nine overnight options. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Tyninghame Beach?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Tyninghame Beach, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Tyninghame Beach?
Lodges at Whitekirk Hill and The Dolphin Inn Hostel provide two choices in the surrounding area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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