Knockbrex

Settlement in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Knockbrex

Knockbrex is a small village located in the historical county of Kirkcudbrightshire, in southwestern Scotland. Situated on the Solway Firth coast, it offers stunning views of the sea and surrounding countryside. The village is nestled amidst rolling hills and lush green fields, making it a picturesque destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility.

The origins of Knockbrex can be traced back to medieval times when it served as a farming community. Over the centuries, it developed into a small hamlet with a handful of traditional stone houses. Today, it retains its rustic charm and peaceful atmosphere, attracting visitors who appreciate its unspoiled beauty.

One of the main attractions in Knockbrex is Knockbrex Castle, a 19th-century mansion built in the Scottish Baronial style. This architectural gem stands proudly on a hilltop overlooking the village and offers guided tours to visitors. The castle's grounds are also open to the public, providing an opportunity to explore its gardens and enjoy panoramic views of the coastline.

Nature lovers will find plenty to enjoy in the surrounding area. The nearby coastline offers breathtaking cliff walks and sandy beaches, perfect for leisurely strolls or picnics. The village is also close to several nature reserves, providing opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife spotting.

While Knockbrex itself is a quiet village with limited amenities, the nearby town of Kirkcudbright is easily accessible for shopping, dining, and further exploring the region's history and culture. Overall, Knockbrex is a hidden gem that offers a serene escape from the bustle of modern life, showcasing the natural beauty of Scotland's southwest coast.

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Knockbrex Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.823984/-4.203659 or Grid Reference NX5849. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Inlet, Knockbrex Bay

Rock outcrops, almost covered by turf, at the side of an inlet on Knockbrex Bay. Knockbrex House can be seen over the coastal fields.

Jonathan Wilkins

Folded strata

Rock outcrops on the shore are bedded greywackes belonging to the Kirkmaiden Formation, of Silurian (Llandovery) age. Their hardness and resistance to erosion is due to their state of metamorphism through deep burial during continental collision. The folding demonstrated here was caused by differential movement along faults separating adjacent slices of sediments as they were scraped off a descending oceanic plate (an "accretionary prism").

Jonathan Wilkins

Upright strata

Large areas of the foreshore here comprise vertically disposed beds of Silurian greywacke which show only gentle folding. See also NX5749 : Folded strata for an interpretation of the disposition and nature of the rocks here.

Jonathan Wilkins

Coastal pasture, Knockbrex

Richard Webb

Low tide near Ardwall Isle

Two men on the east side of Ardwall Isle were taking advantage of an evening low tide to collect some whelks.

Walter Baxter

Corseyard Dairy

A real oddity, in stile it aspires to appear as a church.

Chris Andrews

Unused gate

Unused gate on the Knockbrex Estate.

Chris McAuley

Corseyard Dairy

Corseyard Dairy, (locally known as Coo Palace) with a water tower designed to look like a medieval Scottish fortified house, constructed for the then laird of nearby Knockbrex estate, James Brown, chairman of Affleck & Brown, a Manchester department store. Link

Chris McAuley

Boundary Wall

A section of Corseyard Dairy, boundary wall.

Chris McAuley

Castle Haven Bay

Chris McAuley

Ardwall Isle

This is at the southwest corner of the small tidal island in Wigtown Bay looking over to Murray’s Isles.

Walter Baxter

Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay

Three pillars in the bay act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. This was viewed at low tide.

Walter Baxter

A cairn on Ardwall Isle

The cairn at 34m marks the high spot of this small tidal island in Wigtown Bay.

Walter Baxter

Ardwall Isle

This is at the southwest edge of this small tidal island in Wigtown Bay at low tide.

Walter Baxter

Corseyard Dairy for sale

This Gothic style dairy steading was original built for James Brown of Knockbrex. The site is currently marketed for sale and the foreground sign reads:- Grade A Listed Edwardian Dairy with lapsed planning for conversion to Residential and/or Business use Available as a whole or in 3 lots

Walter Baxter

Corseyard Dairy Tower

The Corseyard Dairy buildings are currently marketed for sale. For a wider view, see NX5948 : Corseyard Dairy for sale.

Walter Baxter

A navigation pillar at Knockbrex Bay

This is one of three pillars that act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. For a view of all three pillars, see NX5849 : Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay.

Walter Baxter

A navigation pillar at Knockbrex Bay

This is one of three pillars that act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. The harbour is just out of shot to the right. For a view of all three pillars, see NX5849 : Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay.

Walter Baxter

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Knockbrex is located at Grid Ref: NX5849 (Lat: 54.823984, Lng: -4.203659)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway