What is the water and sand quality of the Rockcliffe Beach?

Rockcliffe Beach has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Rockcliffe Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Rockcliffe Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.The Rockcliffe Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring)</li></ul>

Is the Rockcliffe Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Rockcliffe Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.So the overall recommendation of the Rockcliffe Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Rockcliffe Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Rockcliffe Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Rockcliffe Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Rockcliffe Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Rockcliffe Beach.There are 2 restaurants nearby.Treats & Eats Café is the closest place located 2200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Rockcliffe Beach?

There are 54 places to stay in the Rockcliffe Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Rockcliffe Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1531403&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Anchor Hotel</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7295849&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kipp Away</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9171708&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Screel View</a></li></ul>

How far is the Rockcliffe Beach from parking?

The Rockcliffe Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Rockcliffe Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Rockcliffe Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mote Mark located in 0.4 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Rockcliffe Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Rockcliffe Beach is July. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 5°C and water 7°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

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Rockcliffe Beach

Rockcliffe, United Kingdom

8.4

#28 out of 570 in England 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Light sand & pebble Good for Sup surfing Good for Kayaking Perfect for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Rockcliffe • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Cafe Treats & Eats Café

9.2 - Excellent 2.2km

Bar The Beagle Country Pub

8.4 - Very good 4.4km

Tourist Attraction Rockcliffe Beach

9 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction Mote Mark

9.6 - Exceptional 430m

Tourist Attraction Horse Isles Bay

10 - Exceptional 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Orchardton Tower

8.8 - Excellent 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Palnackie - Dumfries & Galloway

4.1km

Tourist Attraction Heart Stane

9.4 - Excellent 4.5km

Tourist Attraction Dalbeattie Forest Town Wood

9.6 - Exceptional 6.3km

Tourist Attraction Dalbeattie Museum Trust

9.6 - Exceptional 7.5km

Tourist Attraction RSPB Mersehead

9.2 - Excellent 8.3km

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About

Rockcliffe Beach is located on the Irish Sea and it is in the 2th place out of 29 beaches in the Dumfries and Galloway region The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+16 ^o C +10 ^o C

Air temperature

5.7 M/S

Wind

+16 ^o C

Water temperature

0.3 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Rockcliffe • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Cafe Treats & Eats Café

9.2 - Excellent 2.2km

Bar The Beagle Country Pub

8.4 - Very good 4.4km

Tourist Attraction Rockcliffe Beach

9 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction Mote Mark

9.6 - Exceptional 430m

Tourist Attraction Horse Isles Bay

10 - Exceptional 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Orchardton Tower

8.8 - Excellent 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Palnackie - Dumfries & Galloway

4.1km

Tourist Attraction Heart Stane

9.4 - Excellent 4.5km

Tourist Attraction Dalbeattie Forest Town Wood

9.6 - Exceptional 6.3km

Tourist Attraction Dalbeattie Museum Trust

9.6 - Exceptional 7.5km

Tourist Attraction RSPB Mersehead

9.2 - Excellent 8.3km

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Stays nearby

3 accomodations nearby

1.7km from the beach

8 Very good

The Anchor Hotel

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Rockcliffe • 1.7km from center

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2.5km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Kipp Away

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Rockcliffe • 2.4km from center

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2.5km from the beach

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Rockcliffe • 2.5km from center

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Area

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Rockcliffe • 220m

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Rockcliffe Beach

Rockcliffe, United Kingdom

Cafe Treats & Eats Café

Bar The Beagle Country Pub

Tourist Attraction Rockcliffe Beach

Tourist Attraction Mote Mark

Tourist Attraction Horse Isles Bay

Tourist Attraction Orchardton Tower

Tourist Attraction Palnackie - Dumfries & Galloway

Tourist Attraction Heart Stane

Tourist Attraction Dalbeattie Forest Town Wood

Tourist Attraction Dalbeattie Museum Trust

Tourist Attraction RSPB Mersehead

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Rockcliffe, England, Dumfries and Galloway

Cafe Treats & Eats Café

Bar The Beagle Country Pub

Tourist Attraction Rockcliffe Beach

Tourist Attraction Mote Mark

Tourist Attraction Horse Isles Bay

Tourist Attraction Orchardton Tower

Tourist Attraction Palnackie - Dumfries & Galloway

Tourist Attraction Heart Stane

Tourist Attraction Dalbeattie Forest Town Wood

Tourist Attraction Dalbeattie Museum Trust

Tourist Attraction RSPB Mersehead

Stays nearby

The Anchor Hotel

Hotel

Kipp Away

Entire House

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Entire House

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

Nearest Beaches

Localities

Rockcliffe • 220m

Transport

CAX • 63.7km

Maxwell Arms • 7.7km

Maryport • 25.9km

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