Strathy Bay Beach

Strathy Bay surprises visitors with its perfect combination of natural beauty and human history, where Bronze Age burial sites overlook a stunning crescent of sand and rock pools. Located on the north coast near Thurso, this sheltered bay offers excellent conditions for families, with calm waters ideal for swimming and extensive areas to explore at low tide when fascinating rock formations and marine life are revealed. The beach's unique character comes from its varied landscape - part sandy bay, part rocky shore - creating different environments within a single location. Archaeological enthusiasts will appreciate the ancient cairns and burial chambers that dot the clifftops, while the beach itself provides excellent opportunities for fossil hunting and beachcombing, making Strathy Bay a destination that satisfies both the mind and the senses.