Crawton

Settlement in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Crawton

Crawton is a small village located in the county of Kincardineshire, Scotland. Situated on the eastern coast of Scotland, it lies approximately 10 miles south of Stonehaven and 25 miles south of Aberdeen. The village is nestled amidst picturesque rolling hills and offers stunning views of the North Sea.

Crawton is known for its tranquil and idyllic setting, making it a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat. The village is characterized by its charming stone houses and narrow winding streets, which add to its traditional Scottish appeal. Its close proximity to the coast also makes it a favored spot for outdoor enthusiasts, with opportunities for coastal walks, bird-watching, and fishing.

While Crawton may be small in size, it boasts a tight-knit community that takes pride in its rich history. The village is home to a few local amenities, including a village hall, a small convenience store, and a quaint pub serving traditional Scottish fare. The community also organizes various events throughout the year, such as summer fairs and Christmas celebrations, fostering a strong sense of belonging among its residents.

For those looking to explore beyond Crawton's borders, the nearby town of Stonehaven offers a wider range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Additionally, Aberdeen, the third-largest city in Scotland, is within easy reach, offering a wealth of shopping, entertainment, and educational opportunities.

Overall, Crawton is a charming village that combines natural beauty with a strong sense of community, making it an appealing destination for both residents and visitors alike.

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Crawton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.90216/-2.2150564 or Grid Reference NO8779. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking down into Trollochy

Trollochy is a short, cliff girt inlet below Crawton.

Gordon Hatton

Waterfall into the sea at Crawton

A wee burn makes a dramatic plunge into the cliff bound inlet of Trollochy at Crawton.

Gordon Hatton

Rock ribs extending out into the sea at Crawton

The view south from the small headland at Crawton where rocky reefs defy the waves. The view extends along Crawton Bay.

Gordon Hatton

Puffin

Puffins breed on offshore islands or tall sea cliffs, outside the breeding season it lives at sea. They catch small fish such as sand eels, sprat, herring and caplin although it eats many others.

Valerie Johnston

Baler at work

Tractor with baler working a harvested field near Cowieswells Farm.

Gordon Hatton

Razorbills and Guillemots

Lives most of the year at sea, coming to land to breed. Both birds depends on the health of the marine environment. Fishing nets, pollution at sea and declining fish stocks all threaten these birds.

Valerie Johnston

Glasslin Burn

The wooded sides of the Glasslin Burn by Fernieflatt.

Andrew Wood

Daffodil Fields

Rows of Daffodils growing by Braidon.

Andrew Wood

Approaching the Barras turnoff from the A92

Photographer is above the paved roadway surface looking in the southbound direction along A92.

C Michael Hogan

Fields west of Catterline

C Michael Hogan

Seabirds resting on stacks at the southern fringe of Braidon Bay

C Michael Hogan

Catterline Harbour

The pier was built in the late 1830s. A few inshore fishing boats still use the harbour.

Bob Jones

Catterline Bay

Viewed from the road that leads down to the harbour.

Bob Jones

Braidon Cottages

A narrow road passes some rural dwellings lurking in the haar.

Richard Webb

Catterline Burn

Richard Webb

Caravan site, Cloak

And cloaked in haar.

Richard Webb

A minor road near Catterline

You can just see the foglights through the haar. There is a conifer shelter belt on the left, and the trees have thinned the fog enough to get a shot off.

Richard Webb