Castle Sands — Attraction in Scotland

Great little beach at historical site with a natural pool amongst the rock pools. It is a sandy and pebbly beach, so lots to do and discover, but it's also small so can get busy. Being close to the castle means not much can be done regarding the access which is via stairs. Not full stars as the last stairs are tight and especially with regards to beach-lovers that benefit from mobility support. Extra point for the wind shelter and the view towards the west, which means that one doesn't get blown away and there's potential for a romantic sunset view close to the water. Your sure to find a special pebble or skim a stone over the pool. Make sure to check the tide...

Small sandy beach directly below the castle wall, broken up by bands of rock extending out to sea. The geology makes it a good place for rock pooling, and there's an enclosed pool for those wanting a swim even when the tide is out. The natural ruggedness of the cliffs is somewhat diminished by the walls constructed as part of the sea defence, but these are necessary to protect the castle and nearby clifftop buildings. Plenty of unspoilt coastline can be found...

A lovely wee beach, compact yet offering great soft sand, plenty of rocks to climb, and rock pools to explore. Always a hit with the kids! Plus it's quite sheltered, so a good place to enjoy a sunny day. Only drawback is it's tricky to reach, due to the narrow steep access, not great for buggies and impossible for the ambulatory impaired. Best time to visit is at or around low tide, to make the most of the rock pools...