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Dunbar East Beach was just one of the East Lothian beauty spots granted the prestigious Scotland’s Beach Award. This beautiful beach, which has plenty of rock pools to explore, is only a five minute walk from Dunbar's High Street.Dunbar East Beach was just one of the East Lothian beauty spots granted the prestigious Scotland’s Beach Award. This beautiful beach, which has plenty of rock pools to explore, is only a five minute walk from Dunbar's High Street.
Dunbar East Beach was just one of the East Lothian beauty spots granted the prestigious Scotland’s Beach Award. This beautiful beach, which has plenty of rock pools to explore, is only a five minute walk from Dunbar's High Street.

Edinburgh beaches: The 8 most beautiful beaches near Edinburgh awarded the prestigious Scotland’s Beach Award

These award-winning beaches are just a short drive from Edinburgh
Anna Bryan
By Anna Bryan
Published 4th Jun 2023, 04:45 GMT

Discover the most beautiful beaches near you, where you can enjoy the summer sun.

While Edinburgh doesn't have a wealth of beaches, locals can find several sandy beauty spots nearby in East Lothian – eight of which were recently awarded the prestigious Scotland’s Beach Award. The beaches, which are perfect for a paddle or a picnic, have been praised for their cleanliness and beauty.

Here are the eight award-winning beaches near Edinburgh.

Here are the eight award-winning beaches near Edinburgh.

This award-winning beach in North Berwick has stunning views of the Firth of Forth and Bass Rock. Milsey Bay is a lovely spot for a family day-out, with lots of rock pools to explore and sandy spots for a picnic.

5. North Berwick Milsey Bay

This award-winning beach in North Berwick has stunning views of the Firth of Forth and Bass Rock. Milsey Bay is a lovely spot for a family day-out, with lots of rock pools to explore and sandy spots for a picnic. Photo: Pat Christie

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North Berwick West Beach is another East Lothian beauty spot that received the Scotland’s Beach Award. The sandy beach is a great place for paddling, sun bathing, bird watching, and walking.

6. North Berwick West Beach

North Berwick West Beach is another East Lothian beauty spot that received the Scotland’s Beach Award. The sandy beach is a great place for paddling, sun bathing, bird watching, and walking. Photo: Getty Images

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The sandy beach in East Lothian has gorgeous views. On a clear day, from Yellowcraig Beach, you can spot the 1885 lighthouse on Fidra Island, which supposedly inspired Robert Louis Stevenson's book Treasure Island.

7. Yellowcraig Beach

The sandy beach in East Lothian has gorgeous views. On a clear day, from Yellowcraig Beach, you can spot the 1885 lighthouse on Fidra Island, which supposedly inspired Robert Louis Stevenson's book Treasure Island. Photo: Contributed

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Longniddry Bents is another award-winning East Lothian beach. The stunning beach is popular with watersport lovers, including kite-surfers, canoeists and windsurfers.

8. Longniddry Bents

Longniddry Bents is another award-winning East Lothian beach. The stunning beach is popular with watersport lovers, including kite-surfers, canoeists and windsurfers. Photo: Google Maps

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