Machrihanish Beach (Argyll and Bute)

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Machrihanish beach is a popular beach with surfers, 3 miles of sand backed by sand dunes located on the Mull of Kintyre.
Facilities include parking, toilets, cafe and shops.
Machrihanish Beach is dog friendly and allows dogs all year.
Why not check other beaches nearby as we have no beaches around Kintyre, 15 beaches in Argyll and Bute, or check our list of Argyll and Bute Dog Friendly Beaches.
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