Balnagask

Settlement in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Balnagask

Aberdeen station An HST (a high-speed train) in the livery of Virgin Trains forming the 14:52 
to London King's Cross (arr. 22:16) is ready to depart.  For an earlier HST colour scheme at Aberdeen, see: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3345124" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3345124">Link</a>.  A number of new office blocks are apparent behind the train.
Aberdeen station Credit: Bill Harrison

Balnagask is a small coastal village located in Kincardineshire, Scotland. Situated on the eastern coast of the country, it lies about 3 miles south of the city of Aberdeen. The village is nestled between Torry and Girdleness, offering picturesque views of the North Sea.

Balnagask is primarily a residential area characterized by rows of charming houses and cottages. The village has a rich history, dating back to the 19th century when it was established as a fishing community. In its early years, Balnagask thrived on the fishing industry, with locals heavily relying on the sea for their livelihoods.

Today, while the fishing industry has diminished, Balnagask has retained its coastal charm, attracting residents and visitors with its serene atmosphere and scenic beauty. The village is known for its stunning coastal walks, where one can enjoy breathtaking views of the sea and spot various wildlife, including seabirds.

Moreover, Balnagask is in close proximity to several notable landmarks, such as the iconic Girdleness Lighthouse, which stands proudly on the nearby cliffs. Additionally, the village is within easy reach of Aberdeen's amenities, including shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions.

Balnagask offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle, making it an attractive place to reside for those seeking a coastal retreat. Whether it's for a leisurely stroll along the shore or immersing oneself in the beauty of nature, Balnagask provides a welcoming and picturesque setting for residents and visitors alike.

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Balnagask Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.126897/-2.0842207 or Grid Reference NJ9504. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Aberdeen station An HST (a high-speed train) in the livery of Virgin Trains forming the 14:52 
to London King's Cross (arr. 22:16) is ready to depart.  For an earlier HST colour scheme at Aberdeen, see: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3345124" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3345124">Link</a>.  A number of new office blocks are apparent behind the train.
Aberdeen station
An HST (a high-speed train) in the livery of Virgin Trains forming the 14:52 to London King's Cross (arr. 22:16) is ready to depart. For an earlier HST colour scheme at Aberdeen, see: Link. A number of new office blocks are apparent behind the train.
Depot of oil drilling pipes
Depot of oil drilling pipes
Railway bridge over Palmerston Place, Aberdeen
Railway bridge over Palmerston Place, Aberdeen
FS Pisces at Albert Quay, Aberdeen A Uk-registered oil supply vessel operated by Fletcher Shipping and built in 1992 at the Brattvaag yard in Norway.
FS Pisces at Albert Quay, Aberdeen
A Uk-registered oil supply vessel operated by Fletcher Shipping and built in 1992 at the Brattvaag yard in Norway.
Flag of convenience The E R Athina oil support vessel enters Aberdeen harbour.  Its home port is Monrovia (Liberia) but I would be surprised if it has ever been near west Africa (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_convenience" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_convenience">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ).  Its movements can be tracked here: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.marinetraffic.com/en/ais/details/ships/shipid:3715544/mmsi:636091426/imo:9448528/vessel:E_R_ATHINA" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.marinetraffic.com/en/ais/details/ships/shipid:3715544/mmsi:636091426/imo:9448528/vessel:E_R_ATHINA">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> .
Flag of convenience
The E R Athina oil support vessel enters Aberdeen harbour. Its home port is Monrovia (Liberia) but I would be surprised if it has ever been near west Africa (LinkExternal link ). Its movements can be tracked here: LinkExternal link .
Edward VIII pillar box... ...at the junction of Gregness Gardens and Girdleness Road.  One of only two to be found in Aberdeen and 136 nationwide.
Edward VIII pillar box...
...at the junction of Gregness Gardens and Girdleness Road. One of only two to be found in Aberdeen and 136 nationwide.
Tullos Primary School The classroom blinds add a nice bit of colour to this iconic 1930s art deco building, but the rusting metal and crumbling mortar are concerning...   B-listed: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/sc-49995-tullos-primary-school-girdleness-road-#.VxNisaT2amQ" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/sc-49995-tullos-primary-school-girdleness-road-#.VxNisaT2amQ">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> .
Tullos Primary School
The classroom blinds add a nice bit of colour to this iconic 1930s art deco building, but the rusting metal and crumbling mortar are concerning... B-listed: LinkExternal link .
Path... ...through Greenbank industrial estate.  The fly tipping and rotting rubbish absolutely everywhere make it look like a third-world slum.  In the background rather 'boxy' 1960s houses on the steep hillside of Balnagask and behind them, Victorian villas in Torry.
Path...
...through Greenbank industrial estate. The fly tipping and rotting rubbish absolutely everywhere make it look like a third-world slum. In the background rather 'boxy' 1960s houses on the steep hillside of Balnagask and behind them, Victorian villas in Torry.
Beech grove... ...on the hillside above Greenbank industrial estate.
Beech grove...
...on the hillside above Greenbank industrial estate.
Baron's Cairn... ...at the top of Tullos Hill: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/20242/barons-cairn-tullos-hill" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/20242/barons-cairn-tullos-hill">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> .  Girdleness Lighthouse is just visible in the distance.
Baron's Cairn...
...at the top of Tullos Hill: LinkExternal link . Girdleness Lighthouse is just visible in the distance.
Nigg Kirk Nigg Kirk was built in 1829 to the design of John Smith to replace the (now ruined) St Fittick's Kirk in Torry.  Compare St Clement's Church: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3378773" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3378773">Link</a> .  As already pointed out by Peter Robinson (<a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3065186" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3065186">Link</a> ), the windows are fakes, presumably on top of the boarded-up originals.
Nigg Kirk
Nigg Kirk was built in 1829 to the design of John Smith to replace the (now ruined) St Fittick's Kirk in Torry. Compare St Clement's Church: Link . As already pointed out by Peter Robinson (Link ), the windows are fakes, presumably on top of the boarded-up originals.
Amec Foster Wheeler office block An energy consultancy: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.amecfw.com/aboutus/at-a-glance" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.amecfw.com/aboutus/at-a-glance">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> .
Amec Foster Wheeler office block
An energy consultancy: LinkExternal link .
Footdee parking Thankfully the main squares in the planned fishing village of Footdee are car free, but one place to park is in the lane between South and North Squares.
Footdee parking
Thankfully the main squares in the planned fishing village of Footdee are car free, but one place to park is in the lane between South and North Squares.
Terrace, South Square, Footdee The communal space is full of planters and quirky ornaments.
Terrace, South Square, Footdee
The communal space is full of planters and quirky ornaments.
The Dee meets the sea Mouth of the River Dee. To the left, the former harbourmaster's tower. On the south bank, the gateway of Torry Battery can just be made out as well as a plethora of gorse.
The Dee meets the sea
Mouth of the River Dee. To the left, the former harbourmaster's tower. On the south bank, the gateway of Torry Battery can just be made out as well as a plethora of gorse.
Looking upstream River Don From a bus crossing George VI Bridge; via B9077.
Looking upstream River Don
From a bus crossing George VI Bridge; via B9077.
Side by side The Marsk Lifter and Marsk Laser, both anchor handling vessels (oil rig support).
Side by side
The Marsk Lifter and Marsk Laser, both anchor handling vessels (oil rig support).
Departing from Aberdeen Leaving the Victoria Dock on the MV Hjaltland, Aberdeen to Lerwick ferry.
Departing from Aberdeen
Leaving the Victoria Dock on the MV Hjaltland, Aberdeen to Lerwick ferry.
Show me another place!

Balnagask is located at Grid Ref: NJ9504 (Lat: 57.126897, Lng: -2.0842207)

Unitary Authority: City of Aberdeen

Police Authority: North East

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 57.126897,-2.0842207
Traffic Signals
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Railway: switch
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Post Box
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Crossing
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Bus Stop
Gregness Gardens
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Tullos
Name Gd: Tulach
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Passing Place
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Greenbank Road
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Lit: yes
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Greenbank Road
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Bus Stop
Craigshaw Road
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Abbotswell Road
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Gregness Gardens
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Girdleness Terrace
Bus: yes
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Kirkhill Lane
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Fernie Brae
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Fernie Brae
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Wellington Road
Bus: yes
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Public Transport: platform
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 18:00; Sa 11:30
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 18:00; Sa 11:30
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Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
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Arnold Clark
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Lexus Aberdeen (Service Only)
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Crossing
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Grit Bin
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Grit Bin
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Crossing
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Grit Bin
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Cafe
Tim Hortons
Addr Housename: Craigshaw Park
Addr Postcode: AB12 3QH
Addr Street: Craigshaw Road
Addr Unit: Unit 2
Brand: Tim Hortons
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Fast Food
McDonald's
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Cuisine: burger
Fhrs Id: 1658141
Takeaway: yes
Website: https://www.mcdonalds.com/gb/en-gb/location/aberdeen/aberdeen---craigshaw-road/craigshaw-road/8261701.html
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