Natural landmarks · North West England
Salt Pans Bay
In or near Portpatrick.
Salt Pans Bay — a natural feature in scotland lowlands.
James T M Towill — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Salt Pans 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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Place summary
Salt Pans Bay is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Lowlands. This coastal area is characterised by its unique salt pans, which are a result of the region's geological features. The bay offers scenic views and a diverse ecosystem, making it a notable point of interest for visitors interested in natural landscapes. The surrounding area may provide opportunities for exploration and observation of local wildlife.
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- Coordinates
- 54.9000, -5.1833
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG9 0RR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfries and Galloway
Sources
- manual: geonames-2638627 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Salt Pans Bay?
- Salt Pans Bay is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG9 0RR).
- What is Salt Pans Bay?
- Salt Pans Bay — a natural feature in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Salt Pans Bay?
- Drivers can use postcode DG9 0RR.
- How do I get to Salt Pans Bay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DG9 0RR. It sits within the Dumfries and Galloway parliamentary constituency.