Beaches · Central Scotland
Abertay Sands
Also known as: Tràigh Obar Thatha
In or near Wellbank.
Abertay Sands is a beach in the United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Summer (Jun–Aug)
- Nearest railway station
- Monifieth · 5.0 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Abertay Sands is a named beach on the United Kingdom coastline. Also known as: Tràigh Obar Thatha. Coordinates: 56.4455°, -2.7647°.
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Place summary
Abertay Sands, also known as Tràigh Obar Thatha, is a beach located in central Scotland. This coastal area features expansive sands and is part of the scenic landscape typical of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 56.4455, -2.7647
- Nearest railway station
- Monifieth — 5 km
Sources
- osm: w47498788 (ODbL)
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📷 3Forests & woodlands · Central Scotland
Tentsmuir National Nature Reserve
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📷 5Archaeological sites · Central Scotland
Ruined house
Ruined house — a archaeological site in scotland central.
📷 3Lighthouses · Central Scotland
Low Lighthouse, Buddon Ness
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📷 3Lighthouses · Central Scotland
High Lighthouse, Buddon Ness
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Where to eat & stay near Abertay Sands
Places to stay
📷 5Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Riverview Caravan Park
Riverview Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland central.
Caravan parks · Central Scotland
TayView Caravan & Camping Park
TayView Caravan & Camping Park — a caravan park in scotland central.
📷 5Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Barry Caravan Park
Barry Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland central.
Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Tayport Links Caravan Park
Tayport Links Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland central.
Campsites · Central Scotland
Larick Campsite
Larick Campsite — a campsite in scotland central.
Places to eat & drink
Historic pubs · Central Scotland
The Eagle Inn, 157-159 King Street, Broughty Ferry, Dundee
The Eagle Inn, 157-159 King Street, Broughty Ferry, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Calcutta Buildings, 16, 18 Commercial Street, Dundee
Calcutta Buildings, 16, 18 Commercial Street, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs · Central Scotland
The Stance and Drum Public House, 16 Dock Street, Dundee
The Stance and Drum Public House, 16 Dock Street, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Office of J & D Grimmond, 1-3 King Street, Dundee
Office of J & D Grimmond, 1-3 King Street, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Historic pubs · Central Scotland
51 Commercial Street, Dundee
51 Commercial Street, Dundee in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
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📷 4Frequently asked questions
- Where is Abertay Sands?
- Abertay Sands is in central Scotland, United Kingdom.
- What is Abertay Sands?
- Abertay Sands is a beach in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Abertay Sands?
- The nearest railway station is Monifieth, about 5.0 km away. The nearest town is Wellbank. Its coordinates are 56.4455°, -2.7647°.
- Is Abertay Sands free to visit?
- Yes, Abertay Sands is free to enter.
- How do I get to Abertay Sands?
- The nearest railway station is Monifieth, about 5.0 km away.