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Portobello Beach
Portobello, Newcraighall, ScotlandSea pool on Firth of ForthPublic bathing allowed
Portobello is a sandy Edinburgh beach and designated bathing water with a promenade.
- Water
- Sea pool, Firth of Forth
- Entry
- Free
- Facilities
- Promenade, restaurants and cafés
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed; clear up fouling.
- Managed by
- City of Edinburgh Council
Getting there
Portobello Beach is near Newcraighall, Scotland. Use the coordinates below in your maps app, and check road access with the land manager before you go.
55.9530, -3.1043
Get directionsKnow before you go
- Do not bathe during or 1–2 days after heavy rainfall.
- Do not bathe when poor water quality is predicted.
- Clear up dog fouling.
- Do not leave litter or feed birds.
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Questions about Portobello Beach
Can you swim at Portobello Beach?
Yes. Public bathing is allowed at this designated bathing water, but avoid bathing after heavy rain or when poor water quality is predicted.
Does it cost anything to swim at Portobello Beach?
Free
Are dogs allowed at Portobello Beach?
Dogs allowed; clear up fouling.
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