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    Coldingham Sands

    Coldingham Bay, St Abbs, ScotlandSea pool on North SeaPublic sea swimming

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    Sheltered sandy Coldingham Sands is a public sea beach near St Abbs with seasonal lifeguards.

    Water
    Sea pool, North Sea
    Entry
    Free car park.
    Facilities
    Free car park, beach cafe, toilets, disabled parking
    Lifeguard
    Lifeguards during holiday season.
    Dogs
    Dog friendly beach.

    Getting there

    Coldingham Sands is near Coldingham and the Berwickshire Coastal Footpath crosses the bay.

    55.8918, -2.1340

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Use the marked public beach.
    • Do not leave litter.

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    Questions about Coldingham Sands

    Can you swim at Coldingham Sands?

    Yes. Coldingham Sands is a public sea beach used for swimming, with lifeguards during holiday season.

    Does it cost anything to swim at Coldingham Sands?

    Free car park.

    Are dogs allowed at Coldingham Sands?

    Dog friendly beach.

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