Beaches · Northern Ireland
Skippingstone Beach
In or near Bangor.
Skippingstone Beach 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
- Bangor · 1.0 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Skippingstone Beach is a named beach on the United Kingdom coastline. Coordinates: 54.6668°, -5.6774°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Place summary
Skippingstone Beach is a beach located in Northern Ireland, postcode BT20. This coastal area is known for its unique pebble shoreline and scenic views. It offers a tranquil environment for visitors seeking a less commercialised seaside experience.
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- Coordinates
- 54.6668, -5.6774
- District
- Ards and North Down
- Postcode
- BT20 3TQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Down
- Nearest railway station
- Bangor — 1 km
Sources
- osm: w625558777 (ODbL)
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Memorials & monuments · 0.7 km
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Towns & cities · 0.9 km
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Skippingstone Beach?
- Skippingstone Beach is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (postcode BT20 3TQ).
- What is Skippingstone Beach?
- Skippingstone Beach is a beach in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Skippingstone Beach?
- The nearest railway station is Bangor, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode BT20 3TQ.
- Is Skippingstone Beach free to visit?
- Yes, Skippingstone Beach is free to enter.
- How do I get to Skippingstone Beach?
- The nearest railway station is Bangor, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BT20 3TQ.