Cummingston

Settlement in Morayshire

Scotland

Cummingston

Harbour Entrance From the end of the north sea wall, looking shorewards with the west sea wall in the foreground. — Harbour Entrance Credit: Anne Burgess

Cummingston is a small coastal village located in Morayshire, Scotland. Situated along the Moray Firth, Cummingston offers stunning views of the North Sea and easy access to nearby sandy beaches. The village is known for its picturesque cliffs and rock formations, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Cummingston is a quiet and peaceful community, with a small population of residents who enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and close-knit feel of the village. The village has a rich history, with evidence of ancient settlements dating back to the Bronze Age.

While Cummingston is primarily a residential area, there are a few amenities available to residents and visitors, including a local pub and a small convenience store. The village is also conveniently located near larger towns such as Elgin, making it easy to access additional services and amenities.

Overall, Cummingston is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful retreat for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the beauty of the Scottish coast.

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Cummingston Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.701761/-3.4587224 or Grid Reference NJ1368. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Harbour Entrance

From the end of the north sea wall, looking shorewards with the west sea wall in the foreground.

Anne Burgess

Getting Afloat

A group of wetsuit-clad people with paddleboards and inflatables in the calm waters of Hopeman harbour.

Anne Burgess

Harbour Wall

Hopeman harbour breakwater looking west.

Andrew Wood

Moray Firth

The Moray Firth from Hopeman harbour mouth.

Andrew Wood

Harbour Pier

The northern wall of Hopeman Harbour.

Andrew Wood

Westerly view as we approach Hopeman harbour

A quick snapshot taken over the starboard bow as I track south for Hopeman harbour in the last of the evening light. That's the Burghead maltings which you see in the distance.

Des Colhoun

Fishing from the end of the harbour

Sea anglers were trying their luck at Hopeman Harbour.

Walter Baxter

Hopeman Harbour

Sea anglers were at the west end of the harbour.

Walter Baxter

Entrance to Hopeman Harbour

Alan Hodgson

The Ballan Wrasse (Labrus bergylta)

This is one of our most colourful species in the waters around Great Britain. There are five species of wrasse to be found around these islands but the only other one that I have caught to date is the Cuckoo Wrasse. Armed with canine teeth these fish live on molluscs and can even dislodge and chomp the limpet. This fish can live for twenty to thirty years. After capture this specimen was returned to the Moray Firth. The heaviest Ballan Wrasse caught in the UK waters weighed in at around 9 pounds.NJ1971 : The Cuckoo Wrasse and his multi-coloured coat (Labrus mixtus) NJ1870 : Barnacles on Limpets on the Covesea shoreline.

Des Colhoun

Hopeman harbour entrance

Jennifer Jones

"Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaagh!!!!!!!!!!!!"

It's cold, very cold but all five stalwarts jumped nevertheless. The water registers 5 degrees Centigrade and the Hopeman ritual has been completed for another year.

Des Colhoun

"These boys are such whimps!!............"

Whilst the male of the species thrashes frenziedly like the blades of a runaway turbo-prop the she of the species lingers in the 5 degree brine. Now, what does that tell you? This picture shows two of the five Hopeman Boxing day pier jumpers of 2014.

Des Colhoun

Hopeman Harbour

Founded as a fishing port, Hopeman harbour now shelters mainly pleasure craft.

Anne Burgess

Seine Net Trawler Hopeman 1958

This photo was taken by my brother in 1958 with a Brownie 125!! Fishing as it was and not like the vast industrial ships sailing from North East ports today!

Christopher Gillan