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Black Scar

Island in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Black Scar

Solva harbour Low tide at Solva harbour, lime kilns on the far shore.
Solva harbour Credit: E Gammie

Black Scar is a small island located off the coast of Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is known for its rugged and dramatic landscape, characterized by steep cliffs and rocky outcrops. The island is uninhabited and is primarily used for birdwatching and wildlife observation.

The name "Black Scar" is derived from the dark, sheer cliffs that line the coast of the island, creating a stark contrast against the blue waters of the surrounding sea. The island is home to a variety of seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills, making it a popular destination for bird enthusiasts.

Access to Black Scar is limited, with boat trips being the most common way to reach the island. Visitors can explore the coastline and observe the diverse birdlife that calls the island home. The rugged terrain and secluded nature of Black Scar make it a peaceful and serene destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overall, Black Scar is a hidden gem in Pembrokeshire, offering a unique and tranquil experience for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Black Scar Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.857269/-5.206982 or Grid Reference SM7922. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Solva harbour Low tide at Solva harbour, lime kilns on the far shore.
Solva harbour
Low tide at Solva harbour, lime kilns on the far shore.
Solva harbour from Gribin The houses of Upper Solva lie above the inlet, some overlooking the picturesque harbour.
Solva harbour from Gribin
The houses of Upper Solva lie above the inlet, some overlooking the picturesque harbour.
Rocks and islands off Solva harbour Beyond Penrhyn Head are St. Elvis' Rock and Black Rock and out to sea is larger Green Scar with The Mare and Black Scar each side. Quite a coastline.
Rocks and islands off Solva harbour
Beyond Penrhyn Head are St. Elvis' Rock and Black Rock and out to sea is larger Green Scar with The Mare and Black Scar each side. Quite a coastline.
Gate and footbridge at Gwadn The pebbly storm beach here is interesting and it's a lovely spot.
Gate and footbridge at Gwadn
The pebbly storm beach here is interesting and it's a lovely spot.
Canada Geese with goslings on Gwadn This little family waddled off seawards at my approach, just as well as a dog off its lead came in a few minutes later.
Canada Geese with goslings on Gwadn
This little family waddled off seawards at my approach, just as well as a dog off its lead came in a few minutes later.
Bay near Solva The high tide line shows the usual collection of flotsam and jetsam, mainly plastic in various forms. Hardly surprising with all the traffic out to sea and inshore.
Bay near Solva
The high tide line shows the usual collection of flotsam and jetsam, mainly plastic in various forms. Hardly surprising with all the traffic out to sea and inshore.
Thrift growing on the cliff top near Solva Rabbits have colonised the fenced-off cliff edge and Thrift grows well here also, always a beautiful sight.
Thrift growing on the cliff top near Solva
Rabbits have colonised the fenced-off cliff edge and Thrift grows well here also, always a beautiful sight.
Solva 1971
Solva 1971
Footbridge at Gwadn Bay A steep descent on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path to cross this stream is immediately followed by a steep climb.
Footbridge at Gwadn Bay
A steep descent on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path to cross this stream is immediately followed by a steep climb.
Gwadn Bay A steep descent on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path to cross this deeply incised valley with stony beach is immediately followed by a steep climb. Solva village can be seen in the distance.
Gwadn Bay
A steep descent on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path to cross this deeply incised valley with stony beach is immediately followed by a steep climb. Solva village can be seen in the distance.
Solva quay Solva quay was once busy with commercial traffic and fishing boats, but is now mainly concerned with pleasure craft.
Solva quay
Solva quay was once busy with commercial traffic and fishing boats, but is now mainly concerned with pleasure craft.
Boats at Solva Quay Awaiting their winter service
Boats at Solva Quay
Awaiting their winter service
The Gribin from Gwadn Beach Solva is a harbour at the end of a long narrow tidal inlet. At sometime in the past there must have been two parallel inlets separated by the steep headland of the Gribbin but the easternmost of these inlets, the one pictured here, has long since silted up and become a long narrow strip of flat grassland at the bottom of a steep valley.
The Gribin from Gwadn Beach
Solva is a harbour at the end of a long narrow tidal inlet. At sometime in the past there must have been two parallel inlets separated by the steep headland of the Gribbin but the easternmost of these inlets, the one pictured here, has long since silted up and become a long narrow strip of flat grassland at the bottom of a steep valley.
Part of Solva harbour at low tide The many boats here lie dormant awaiting the return of the sea.
Part of Solva harbour at low tide
The many boats here lie dormant awaiting the return of the sea.
Harbour from Penyraber On a glorious midwinter morning
Harbour from Penyraber
On a glorious midwinter morning
The estuary of the River Solva at low tide Looking out onto St Brides Bay.
The estuary of the River Solva at low tide
Looking out onto St Brides Bay.
Kayaks, Solva Stored at Trinity Quay <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1534410" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1534410">Link</a> .
Kayaks, Solva
Stored at Trinity Quay Link .
Bae Gwadn Bay Cerddwyr yn dringo lan o Fae Gwadn. Walkers ascending from Gwadn Bay.
Bae Gwadn Bay
Cerddwyr yn dringo lan o Fae Gwadn. Walkers ascending from Gwadn Bay.
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Black Scar is located at Grid Ref: SM7922 (Lat: 51.857269, Lng: -5.206982)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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