Natural landmarks · North West England
Gillfoot Bay
Gillfoot Bay — a natural feature in scotland lowlands.
Anthony Foster — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Gillfoot Bay is a named natural feature in scotland lowlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Protected designations
- Ramsar wetland: Upper Solway Flats & Marshes
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Gillfoot Bay is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Lowlands. Known for its scenic coastal views, it offers a rugged shoreline and a diverse range of wildlife. The area is popular for walking and observing nature, providing a tranquil setting amidst the landscape. Visitors can expect a combination of rocky outcrops and sandy beaches, making it a notable spot for outdoor activities.
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- Coordinates
- 54.8827, -3.5930
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG2 8AY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfries and Galloway
Sources
- manual: geonames-11103444 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gillfoot Bay?
- Gillfoot Bay is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG2 8AY).
- What is Gillfoot Bay?
- Gillfoot Bay — a natural feature in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Gillfoot Bay?
- Drivers can use postcode DG2 8AY.
- Is Gillfoot Bay a protected site?
- Yes — Gillfoot Bay is part of the Upper Solway Flats & Marshes Ramsar wetland.
- How do I get to Gillfoot Bay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DG2 8AY. It sits within the Dumfries and Galloway parliamentary constituency.