Explore woodland, dunes and coastal paths with a dedicated children's play area, picnic facilities and accessible routes perfect for families.

Yellowcraig is a countryside site offering a diverse mix of woodland, dune grassland and coastal habitats. The venue features a large children's play area conveniently located just off the main path towards the beach, making it ideal for families wanting to combine outdoor recreation with nature exploration. | The site provides excellent facilities for visitors, including toilets, showers, and picnic benches with wheelchair accessibility. A wheelchair-accessible path and ramp offer coastal views throughout the site. The natural environment is rich with wildlife and botanical interest, with summer orchids colouring the grasslands, seabirds wheeling offshore, and seasonal changes providing year-round appeal. | Yellowcraig is suitable for families of all ages, from young children enjoying the dedicated play area to older family members exploring the accessible walking routes. The site offers educational opportunities through wildlife observation and a comprehensive guide to the local flora and fauna. Free entry and the combination of active play facilities with peaceful natural surroundings make it an excellent destination for family days out, whether visitors are seeking adventure on the beach, exploration of woodland trails, or simply relaxation amid coastal scenery.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

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Chris Dent

4 months ago

Yellowcraig beach is fantastic. Good strolling at any tide condition. Close up views of Gidra lighthouse and views of the other islands all the way to the Bass Rock. Kids play area, walk through woods. Lots of parking including separate area for motorhomes and large vehicles. Pay and display car park (£3/day) either by machine (accepts cards and phone payments) or Ringo. Free before 8am. Toilets but no cafe.

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Hugh Alexander

6 months ago

Really good to see the equipment largely framed with natural wooden materials. 3 year old loved it. Especially memorable, having been building sand castles and having an ice cream.

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Polesh Pardhi

3 years ago

Trip Type: With friends and family. Car park : Plenty of space. £2.45 a day better book in advance due to poor network connections. Electric car chargers: Didn't find one. Cafe: not near but ice-cream van was there. Toilet: Yes- free. Play park: good Beach ⛱️: good nice and big. The water and sand quality was also nice. A little walk to the beach from the car park.

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Andrew Buchanan

4 years ago

Lovely beach, easy access. Parking is cheap, you can use Ringo parking app. Usually an ice cream van there. Toilet facilities are clean and well kept. Blue badge holders get free parking.

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lynn purves

6 years ago

Love going to Yellowcraigs with the doggies, only use the park when I have kiddies with me, but they all love it. The scenery is breathtaking....

Reviews last updated: 15 February 2026