Best beaches in Prestwick

3 ranked beaches in Prestwick, Ayrshire

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

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Cairnryan Bay Beach

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A remote beach offering views over Loch Ryan, ideal for solitude and nature walks.

7.0

Prestwick Beach

A wide, clean beach known for its soft sand and the nearby historic town.

7.0

South Beach Prestwick

A quiet family-friendly beach offering views of the Isle of Arran and the surrounding coastline.

7.0

What makes Prestwick's beaches stand out?

Prestwick sits in Ayrshire, United Kingdom and is home to 3 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Prestwick or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.