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Port Driseach, Tighnabruaich

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Rocky shore at Port Driseach on the Kyles of Bute, just north of Tighnabruaich, with plenty of sea glass including lavender and cobalt.

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Shingle and seaweed shore south of Tighnabruaich pier on the Kyles of Bute
Photo: “Shore south of the pier at Tighnabruaich” by David Martin, CC BY-SA 2.0

About Port Driseach, Tighnabruaich

The shore along the B8000 at Port Driseach, just north of Tighnabruaich village, faces the West Kyle of Bute. It is a rocky beach with easy access from the road. Collectors rate it 'loads of glass', which makes it one of the better reported spots on the Cowal coast.

Sea glass at Port Driseach, Tighnabruaich

Reported colours are lavender, aqua, cobalt, white, seafoam, green, amber and soft blue. Search the rocky stretches.

Visiting Port Driseach, Tighnabruaich

Safety
Check the tide times before you go and head out on a falling tide, so you're never cut off. Keep away from the bottom of cliffs, wear sturdy shoes on rocks, and only take sea glass and other man-made rubbish: pebbles, sand and shells should stay on the beach.
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      Last updated 23 October 2026

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