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    Dornoch Sands

    Dornoch Beach, Dornoch, Scottish HighlandsSea pool on Dornoch FirthPublic bathing beach

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    Getting there

    Dornoch is a 4 km sandy bathing beach on the Dornoch Firth.

    Water
    Sea pool, Dornoch Firth
    Entry
    See official website
    Managed by
    Highland Council

    When you can swim

    Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

    Getting there

    Dornoch Sands is near Dornoch, Scottish Highlands. Use the coordinates below in your maps app, and check road access with the land manager before you go.

    57.8788, -4.0137

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Clear up dog fouling.
    • Do not leave litter or feed birds.

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