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Hanging Rocks

Cliff, Slope in East Lothian

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Hanging Rocks

West Links Poor old dunes; if the golfers don't get them, the buckthorn will. Sea buckthorn is getting established on the dunes between Muirfield and the beach. -- 2016 This buckthorn was cleared in December 2016.
West Links Credit: Richard Webb

Hanging Rocks, located in East Lothian, Scotland, is a stunning natural feature that consists of a series of impressive cliffs and slopes. Situated on the coastline, it offers breathtaking views of the North Sea and is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike.

The cliffs at Hanging Rocks are composed of sedimentary rocks, primarily sandstone and shale, which have been formed over millions of years. These rocks showcase fascinating geological formations, with layers that reveal the history of the area. Visitors can observe the distinct stratification patterns and marvel at the different colors and textures of the rocks.

The cliffs rise to a height of around 20 meters, creating an imposing backdrop against the vast expanse of the sea. They are known for their vertical nature, providing a challenge for rock climbers who are drawn to the area. The slopes leading up to the cliffs are also notable, featuring lush vegetation that adds to the natural beauty of the site.

Hanging Rocks is not only visually appealing but also holds historical significance. It is believed that the area was once a quarry, where sandstone was extracted for construction purposes. Today, remnants of this activity can still be seen, adding an intriguing element to the site's allure.

With its dramatic cliffs, picturesque slopes, and captivating geology, Hanging Rocks offers a captivating experience for nature enthusiasts, geology enthusiasts, and history buffs alike. It is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to explore the natural wonders of East Lothian.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 56.06195/-2.8056406 or Grid Reference NT4985. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

West Links Poor old dunes; if the golfers don't get them, the buckthorn will. Sea buckthorn is getting established on the dunes between Muirfield and the beach. -- 2016 This buckthorn was cleared in December 2016.
West Links
Poor old dunes; if the golfers don't get them, the buckthorn will. Sea buckthorn is getting established on the dunes between Muirfield and the beach. -- 2016 This buckthorn was cleared in December 2016.
West Links A roe deer makes a run for it across the dunes. Raids on Gullane and Dirleton's gardens have made the deer unpopular and the population is to be reduced.
West Links
A roe deer makes a run for it across the dunes. Raids on Gullane and Dirleton's gardens have made the deer unpopular and the population is to be reduced.
Muirfield Looking across the course to the surviving woodland at Archerfield.
Muirfield
Looking across the course to the surviving woodland at Archerfield.
Rocks, Freshwater Haven Outcrops on one of Gullane's beaches.
Rocks, Freshwater Haven
Outcrops on one of Gullane's beaches.
Eyebroughy A small island in the Firth of Forth. The rocks in the foreground appear to be a basalt formation.
Eyebroughy
A small island in the Firth of Forth. The rocks in the foreground appear to be a basalt formation.
Sand and rocks The coast W of Wreaklaw Rocks with the island of Fidra coming into view. The Isle of May is on the horizon, about 21km away.
Sand and rocks
The coast W of Wreaklaw Rocks with the island of Fidra coming into view. The Isle of May is on the horizon, about 21km away.
Fidra A small island of basalt lava, said to be the model for Stevenson's 'Treasure Island'. The detached rock of North Dog is to the left and part of the Isle of May is on the horizon, about 21km away.
Fidra
A small island of basalt lava, said to be the model for Stevenson's 'Treasure Island'. The detached rock of North Dog is to the left and part of the Isle of May is on the horizon, about 21km away.
Renaissance Club golf course A course situated between Archerfield and Muirfield on the East Lothian 'Golf Coast'. The tower on the left supports a radar antenna.
Renaissance Club golf course
A course situated between Archerfield and Muirfield on the East Lothian 'Golf Coast'. The tower on the left supports a radar antenna.
Red House These scraps of masonry are shown on the first edition of the Ordnance Survey six-inch (surveyed 1853) as the ruins of Red House. The Name Book describes it as 'The Ruins of a Small cottage, once the residence of a fisherman; so named from the reddish colour of the stones by which it is Constructed'.
Red House
These scraps of masonry are shown on the first edition of the Ordnance Survey six-inch (surveyed 1853) as the ruins of Red House. The Name Book describes it as 'The Ruins of a Small cottage, once the residence of a fisherman; so named from the reddish colour of the stones by which it is Constructed'.
Rabbit Warren This area of the dunes is named on the maps as 'Rabbit Warren'. The Ordnance Survey Name Book says, 'It is farmed as a Rabbit Warren etc by Mr McKay and Mr Shepherd who partly supplies the Edinbro' [Edinburgh] market with Rabbits'. Mrs James Shepherd, warrener, Gullane, is cited as one of the authorities consulted when the Name Book was compiled in the 1850s.
Rabbit Warren
This area of the dunes is named on the maps as 'Rabbit Warren'. The Ordnance Survey Name Book says, 'It is farmed as a Rabbit Warren etc by Mr McKay and Mr Shepherd who partly supplies the Edinbro' [Edinburgh] market with Rabbits'. Mrs James Shepherd, warrener, Gullane, is cited as one of the authorities consulted when the Name Book was compiled in the 1850s.
Beach at Weaklaw Rocks According to the maps, the shore here is a rock platform. So either the maps are wrong or my GPS is wrong. The lighthouse is on Fidra.
Beach at Weaklaw Rocks
According to the maps, the shore here is a rock platform. So either the maps are wrong or my GPS is wrong. The lighthouse is on Fidra.
Weaklaw Rocks The rocks at the east end of the beach, which doesn't appear to have a name, are a wave-cut platform of volcanic breccia and tuff. Fidra is in the distance.
Weaklaw Rocks
The rocks at the east end of the beach, which doesn't appear to have a name, are a wave-cut platform of volcanic breccia and tuff. Fidra is in the distance.
Weaklaw Rocks There's a platform of rock to be crossed on the way to the nameless sandy beach.
Weaklaw Rocks
There's a platform of rock to be crossed on the way to the nameless sandy beach.
Hanging Rocks These two bluffs above the beach are formed of pyroclastic breccia reverse-faulted against younger rocks.
Hanging Rocks
These two bluffs above the beach are formed of pyroclastic breccia reverse-faulted against younger rocks.
Snow Cloud above Fidra Lovely day on East Lothians coast, though bitterly cold and the anvil shaped cloud above Fidra had snow in it. Fortunately for me I managed to avoid the snow showers.
Snow Cloud above Fidra
Lovely day on East Lothians coast, though bitterly cold and the anvil shaped cloud above Fidra had snow in it. Fortunately for me I managed to avoid the snow showers.
Dune blow out, Gullane Former wooded area of dunes.
Dune blow out, Gullane
Former wooded area of dunes.
Path, West Links The big grassland north of Gullane. The number of paths seems to have increased, although this one is long established.
Path, West Links
The big grassland north of Gullane. The number of paths seems to have increased, although this one is long established.
Old gate, Muirfield To the south of the golf course.
Old gate, Muirfield
To the south of the golf course.
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Hanging Rocks is located at Grid Ref: NT4985 (Lat: 56.06195, Lng: -2.8056406)

Unitary Authority: East Lothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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