Portpatrick Beach
Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway
About Portpatrick Beach
Got little explorers? Head down to Portpatrick Beach in South Scotland, a little sandy beach that’s got all sorts of fun things to explore and discover.
From rock pools to going for a paddle, there’s all sorts of fun things for little ones to do. Peer into the rock pool to ‘sea’ what creatures you can spot, just keep your eyes peeled for those fast-moving crabs! Bring along your swimming costume too, because the water is perfect for a splash around in the shallows.
- Little sandy beach
- Great for rock pooling
- The water is usually quite warm
Opening Times
All year round
Pricing & Tickets
Free
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North Crescent
Stranraer
Dumfries and Galloway
DG9 8SX
Scotland
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