Sandgreen

Settlement in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Sandgreen

View across Skyreburn Bay To the Water of Fleet.
View across Skyreburn Bay Credit: Russel Wills

Sandgreen is a small coastal village located in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Situated on the southern coast of the Galloway Peninsula, it is nestled between the towns of Gatehouse of Fleet and Mossdale. The village offers stunning views of the Irish Sea and is known for its picturesque landscapes and sandy beaches.

The main attraction of Sandgreen is its beautiful sandy beach, which stretches for approximately 1.5 miles along the coastline. The beach is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering opportunities for sunbathing, picnicking, and various water activities such as swimming and surfing. The area is also a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, with an abundance of seabirds, seals, and other marine creatures often spotted along the coastline.

In addition to its natural beauty, Sandgreen is home to a small community of residents. The village features a handful of charming cottages and houses, giving it a quaint and peaceful atmosphere. While there are no major amenities in Sandgreen itself, the nearby towns provide essential services such as shops, restaurants, and accommodation options.

For those seeking outdoor adventures, the surrounding area offers excellent opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring the nearby forests and nature reserves. The Galloway Forest Park, known for its stunning scenery and Dark Sky Park status, is also within close proximity to Sandgreen.

Overall, Sandgreen is a tranquil coastal village that offers visitors a chance to enjoy the natural beauty of the Scottish coast and indulge in outdoor activities in a peaceful setting.

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Sandgreen Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.844661/-4.2179519 or Grid Reference NX5752. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View across Skyreburn Bay To the Water of Fleet.
View across Skyreburn Bay
To the Water of Fleet.
Lanefoot Cottage Beside the busy A75.
Lanefoot Cottage
Beside the busy A75.
Towards the road end, Sandgreen
Towards the road end, Sandgreen
Farmland near Sandgreen
Farmland near Sandgreen
Road from Sandgreen
Road from Sandgreen
Sheep grazing,  Boreland of Girthon
Sheep grazing, Boreland of Girthon
A75, Lanefoot
A75, Lanefoot
A75, Cardoness
A75, Cardoness
Skyreburn Bay
Skyreburn Bay
Lanefoot Cottage By A75
Lanefoot Cottage
By A75
Carrick Bay and the Islands of Fleet Ardwall Isle is on the left and Murray's Isles on the right.
Carrick Bay and the Islands of Fleet
Ardwall Isle is on the left and Murray's Isles on the right.
Airds Bay and Murray's Isles from Rough Point The tide is well out at present.
Airds Bay and Murray's Isles from Rough Point
The tide is well out at present.
Carrick Point Taken at the turn of a Spring Low Tide, late on a September evening 2023. The predicted tide height for low water was 1.8m.
Carrick Point
Taken at the turn of a Spring Low Tide, late on a September evening 2023. The predicted tide height for low water was 1.8m.
Airds Bay,  Sandgreen Looking north.  The bay surrounded by holiday chalets and static caravans.  Used to be a nice campsite but they no longer take tourers.  Designated areas for watersports.
Airds Bay, Sandgreen
Looking north. The bay surrounded by holiday chalets and static caravans. Used to be a nice campsite but they no longer take tourers. Designated areas for watersports.
Carrick View of Carrick and Carrick Bay.  In the background is the caravan site at Airds Bay
Carrick
View of Carrick and Carrick Bay. In the background is the caravan site at Airds Bay
A75 At Cardoness
A75 At Cardoness
Cardoness woods
Cardoness woods
Track, Cally Mains Wood Farm track linking Sandgreen and Cally Mains.
Track, Cally Mains Wood
Farm track linking Sandgreen and Cally Mains.
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Sandgreen is located at Grid Ref: NX5752 (Lat: 54.844661, Lng: -4.2179519)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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Sandgreen
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