Things to do in Our Dunbar

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60 Things to do in Dunbar

Dunbar, situated on the east coast of Scotland 30 miles from Edinburgh, is famous for its sunshine, spectacular coastline and Christmas Lights (or it should be)!

It is also the birthplace of the pioneering American naturalist, John Muir. 

However, this town has so much else to offer and we invite you to come and explore it with this list of 60 things (in no particular order), as a starting point.  Get out on the water, be active on the land and above all have fun with your kids (or spoil your inner kid).

In every walk with nature one receives more than he seeks”

- John Muir

On Water

Dunbar is blessed with rugged coastline and expansive beaches and the North Sea stretches as far as the eye can see.

Surf at one of Scotland's best beaches or wakeboard at one of the UK's best cable parks. The Dunbar coast is also a great location for many other watersports including coasteering, kite surfing and Stand Up Paddle (SUP) boarding.

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On Land

From wonderful themed walks to organised sport and mindful exercise there are lots of options for walking routes and other land based activities in the Dunbar area.

For a small town Dunbar has excellent facilities and a diverse range of activities to take part in. Walk with alpacas or take to the skies - there are some unusual suggestions for you too.

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Local Area

Dunbar is a thriving town with a busy High Street and shops, restaurants and cafes to suit everyone.

It is well situated with East Lothian on the doorstep and Berwickshire, the Borders and Edinburgh within very easy reach.

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Beautiful evening sun at Belhaven Bay - absolutely Beautiful evening sun at Belhaven Bay - absolutely sublime and peaceful. One of the best beaches in Scotland and only a short trip from Edinburgh.#ourdunbar #eastlothian
New activity! Why not try the fun and unique exp New activity! 

Why not try the fun and unique experience of woodland axe throwing and archery just a few minutes from Dunbar?!
Ocean Vertical is based at the beautiful Hedderwick Hill Stables by Belhaven. So get your friends, family and chums together for an adventure like no other.
Book in at www.oceanvertical.com #ourdunbar #eastlothian
Beautiful weathered door with a fabulous octopus k Beautiful weathered door with a fabulous octopus knocker. A walk around Dunbar always inspires, so much beauty in every day things.
#ourdunbar #goeastlothian #eastlothian #dunbar
Catherine Miller Mitchell was acknowledged as the Catherine Miller Mitchell was acknowledged as the "Dunbar Poetess", issuing, from time to time, short poems and blank verse in leaflet form through the 1800s. These numbered about sixty in total and were complemented by a book of poetry of some ninety pages entitled "Seaweeds". This poem about Dunbar Castle relates to the occasion when a portion of the castle walls were destroyed to accommodate the new Victoria Harbour. 

Find out more:https://www.a1historydunbar.com/poetry1---c-m-mitchell.php

The second last line ends "will protect from the blast".

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Dunbar is located in East Lothian, Scotland and this website highlights things to do and tourist attractions that are in the local area.

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