Nearest Beach to Byrness
Nearest beach
Longniddry BentsEast Lothian, Scotland
Distance
~49.9mi
Drive
~78min
Water
Good⚠ Distances are straight-line estimates. Exact road distances for Byrness are coming soon.
Is Byrness near a beach? Byrness, England is a manageable drive from the coast — the nearest beach is Longniddry Bents in East Lothian, approximately 49.9 miles away (straight-line), roughly around an hour in normal traffic. Longniddry Bents holds good water quality status from the Scottish Environment Protection Agency, making it a reliable choice for swimming. Portobello Beach is the second closest at approximately 52.1 miles. Longniddry Bents is dog-friendly, making it a good option for families travelling with pets. For the cleanest water in the area, Gullane Beach has an Excellent rating.
5 nearest beaches to Byrness
How far is Byrness from the sea?
Frequently asked questions — Byrness & the nearest beach
What is the nearest beach to Byrness? +
The nearest beach to Byrness, England is Longniddry Bents in East Lothian, approximately 49.9 miles away as the crow flies. The second nearest is Portobello Beach at approximately 52.1 miles.
How far is Byrness from the sea? +
Byrness is approximately 49.9 miles from the nearest beach (Longniddry Bents, East Lothian). The drive takes roughly around an hour in normal traffic conditions.
How long does it take to drive from Byrness to the beach? +
From Byrness to Longniddry Bents takes roughly around an hour by car in normal conditions. Portobello Beach is a similar distance at around around 1 hour 15 minutes. Allow extra time during summer weekends.
Is Byrness near the sea? +
Byrness is a manageable drive from the coast — the nearest coastline is approximately 49.9 miles away at Longniddry Bents, East Lothian.
What is the water quality like at the nearest beach to Byrness? +
Longniddry Bents has Good water quality according to the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) (2024 assessment). For the best water quality nearby, Gullane Beach has an Excellent rating.
Is there a dog-friendly beach near Byrness? +
Longniddry Bents (approximately 49.9 miles from Byrness) 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 Byrness? +
The nearest sandy beach to Byrness is Longniddry Bents in East Lothian, approximately 49.9 miles away.
Is there a Blue Flag beach near Byrness? +
None of the 5 nearest beaches to Byrness currently hold a Blue Flag award. Gullane Beach has Excellent water quality however.
Are there lifeguards at the nearest beach to Byrness? +
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 Byrness suitable for families? +
Longniddry Bents is accessible by car with parking available. No seasonal lifeguard cover is available at the nearest beaches.