Nearest Beach to Acklington
Nearest beach
North Berwick BeachEast Lothian, Scotland
Distance
~67.7mi
Drive
~106min
Water
Excellent⚠ Distances are straight-line estimates. Exact road distances for Acklington are coming soon.
Is Acklington near a beach? Acklington, England is some distance from the coast — the nearest beach is North Berwick Beach in East Lothian, approximately 67.7 miles away (straight-line), roughly between 1.5 and 2 hours in normal traffic. North Berwick Beach holds excellent water quality status from the Scottish Environment Protection Agency, making it a reliable choice for swimming. Longniddry Bents is the second closest at approximately 67.9 miles. North Berwick Beach is dog-friendly, making it a good option for families travelling with pets.
5 nearest beaches to Acklington
How far is Acklington from the sea?
Frequently asked questions — Acklington & the nearest beach
What is the nearest beach to Acklington? +
The nearest beach to Acklington, England is North Berwick Beach in East Lothian, approximately 67.7 miles away as the crow flies. The second nearest is Longniddry Bents at approximately 67.9 miles.
How far is Acklington from the sea? +
Acklington is approximately 67.7 miles from the nearest beach (North Berwick Beach, East Lothian). The drive takes roughly between 1.5 and 2 hours in normal traffic conditions.
How long does it take to drive from Acklington to the beach? +
From Acklington to North Berwick Beach takes roughly between 1.5 and 2 hours by car in normal conditions. Longniddry Bents is a similar distance at around between 1.5 and 2 hours. Allow extra time during summer weekends.
Is Acklington near the sea? +
Acklington is some distance from the coast — the nearest coastline is approximately 67.7 miles away at North Berwick Beach, East Lothian.
What is the water quality like at the nearest beach to Acklington? +
North Berwick Beach has Excellent water quality according to the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) (2024 assessment). This is one of the top-rated bathing beaches in the region.
Is there a dog-friendly beach near Acklington? +
North Berwick Beach (approximately 67.7 miles from Acklington) is dog-friendly. Note: Dogs allowed all year.. Check individual beach pages for seasonal dog restrictions, as these often apply May–September.
What is the nearest sandy beach to Acklington? +
The nearest sandy beach to Acklington is North Berwick Beach in East Lothian, approximately 67.7 miles away.
Is there a Blue Flag beach near Acklington? +
None of the 5 nearest beaches to Acklington currently hold a Blue Flag award. North Berwick Beach has Excellent water quality however.
Are there lifeguards at the nearest beach to Acklington? +
None of the 5 nearest beaches have seasonal RNLI lifeguard cover. Always swim with caution and check sea conditions before entering the water.
Is the nearest beach to Acklington suitable for families? +
North Berwick Beach is accessible by car with parking available. There are toilets on site. A café or food vendor is nearby. No seasonal lifeguard cover is available at the nearest beaches.