Nearest Beach to Caheny
Nearest beach
Portobello BeachEdinburgh, Scotland
Distance
~151.9mi
Drive
~237min
Water
Good⚠ Distances are straight-line estimates. Exact road distances for Caheny are coming soon.
Is Caheny near a beach? Caheny, Northern Ireland is well inland — the nearest beach is Portobello Beach in Edinburgh, approximately 151.9 miles away (straight-line), roughly between 1.5 and 2 hours in normal traffic. Portobello Beach holds good water quality status from the Scottish Environment Protection Agency, making it a reliable choice for swimming. Longniddry Bents is the second closest at approximately 160.7 miles. Portobello Beach 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 Caheny
How far is Caheny from the sea?
Frequently asked questions — Caheny & the nearest beach
What is the nearest beach to Caheny? +
The nearest beach to Caheny, Northern Ireland is Portobello Beach in Edinburgh, approximately 151.9 miles away as the crow flies. The second nearest is Longniddry Bents at approximately 160.7 miles.
How far is Caheny from the sea? +
Caheny is approximately 151.9 miles from the nearest beach (Portobello Beach, Edinburgh). The drive takes roughly between 1.5 and 2 hours in normal traffic conditions.
How long does it take to drive from Caheny to the beach? +
From Caheny to Portobello 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 Caheny near the sea? +
Caheny is well inland — the nearest coastline is approximately 151.9 miles away at Portobello Beach, Edinburgh.
What is the water quality like at the nearest beach to Caheny? +
Portobello Beach 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 Caheny? +
Portobello Beach (approximately 151.9 miles from Caheny) 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 Caheny? +
The nearest sandy beach to Caheny is Portobello Beach in Edinburgh, approximately 151.9 miles away.
Is there a Blue Flag beach near Caheny? +
None of the 5 nearest beaches to Caheny currently hold a Blue Flag award. Gullane Beach has Excellent water quality however.
Are there lifeguards at the nearest beach to Caheny? +
Blackpool Beach (approximately 163.7 miles from Caheny) has RNLI lifeguard cover during May–Sep. Outside these hours the beach is unpatrolled — always check flags and conditions before swimming.
Is the nearest beach to Caheny suitable for families? +
Portobello Beach is accessible by car with parking available. There are toilets on site. A café or food vendor is nearby. Lifeguard cover is available at Blackpool Beach during May–Sep.