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Balkenna Isle

Island in Ayrshire

Scotland

Balkenna Isle

Old sewage outfall pipe, Turnberry Old sewage outfall pipe, Turnberry.
Old sewage outfall pipe, Turnberry Credit: Colin Kinnear

Balkenna Isle is a small island located off the coast of Ayrshire, Scotland. It is situated in the Firth of Clyde, approximately 2 miles southwest of the town of Largs. The island measures around 0.3 square miles and is primarily composed of rugged, rocky terrain.

The island is uninhabited and remains largely untouched by human activity. It is known for its diverse wildlife and serves as an important habitat for various bird species, including gulls, cormorants, and puffins. The surrounding waters are also home to seals, dolphins, and occasionally whales.

Access to Balkenna Isle is limited due to its remote location and lack of infrastructure. Visitors can reach the island by private boat or through guided tours organized by local companies. The island's rocky coastline and cliffs provide a stunning backdrop for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

The absence of human development on Balkenna Isle allows for a peaceful and tranquil experience for those who venture there. It offers opportunities for hiking, bird-watching, and exploring the island's unique flora and fauna. Visitors are advised to bring their own supplies and be mindful of the island's fragile ecosystem.

Overall, Balkenna Isle is a hidden gem off the coast of Ayrshire, offering a glimpse into the natural beauty and wildlife of the region.

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Balkenna Isle Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.300339/-4.8406727 or Grid Reference NS1904. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old sewage outfall pipe, Turnberry Old sewage outfall pipe, Turnberry.
Old sewage outfall pipe, Turnberry
Old sewage outfall pipe, Turnberry.
Foreshore at Drumbeg The Foreshore near Drumbeg.
Foreshore at Drumbeg
The Foreshore near Drumbeg.
Ailsa Craig A closer look zoomed from Dowhill - it has been pictured several times before but I thought that I might as well add to the collection.
Ailsa Craig
A closer look zoomed from Dowhill - it has been pictured several times before but I thought that I might as well add to the collection.
Turnberry Dunes Turnberry lighthouse in the distance. Milton Burn outflow in middle distance.
Turnberry Dunes
Turnberry lighthouse in the distance. Milton Burn outflow in middle distance.
Granite Boulders Way in the distance is Turnberry Lighthouse.
Granite Boulders
Way in the distance is Turnberry Lighthouse.
Balkenna Isle The light on Brest Rocks can be seen on the horizon.
Balkenna Isle
The light on Brest Rocks can be seen on the horizon.
Shore Boulder Turnberry Lighthouse can be seen way in the distance (just right of centre on the horizon).
Shore Boulder
Turnberry Lighthouse can be seen way in the distance (just right of centre on the horizon).
Lady Burn Mouth Lady Burn enters the Firth of Clyde here at Dipple Shore, spreading itself out across the beach. Viewed at high tide, with the island of Arran in the background.
Lady Burn Mouth
Lady Burn enters the Firth of Clyde here at Dipple Shore, spreading itself out across the beach. Viewed at high tide, with the island of Arran in the background.
Back To The Beach The Ayrshire Coastal Path uses a track immediately in front of the Ladyburn Works, returning to the beach at the northern end. At low tide, walkers can stay on the beach all the way here.
Back To The Beach
The Ayrshire Coastal Path uses a track immediately in front of the Ladyburn Works, returning to the beach at the northern end. At low tide, walkers can stay on the beach all the way here.
Beach View The Explorer map shows this point of land just inside the square. Looking north at high tide, towards Balkenna.
Beach View
The Explorer map shows this point of land just inside the square. Looking north at high tide, towards Balkenna.
Dowhill Port Looking out into the Firth of Clyde at high tide. According to the Explorer map, this point is just inside the square. The Paddle Steamer "Waverley" is on the horizon.
Dowhill Port
Looking out into the Firth of Clyde at high tide. According to the Explorer map, this point is just inside the square. The Paddle Steamer "Waverley" is on the horizon.
The Mouth Of Chapelton Burn Looking up the burn as it spreads out across the beach at Balkenna. The Explorer map shows that part of the black holiday hut lies inside this square. The lorries in the background are on the A77, which lies along the upper edge of the post-glacial raised beach.
The Mouth Of Chapelton Burn
Looking up the burn as it spreads out across the beach at Balkenna. The Explorer map shows that part of the black holiday hut lies inside this square. The lorries in the background are on the A77, which lies along the upper edge of the post-glacial raised beach.
The End Of Chapelton Burn Chapelton Burn spreads out across the beach as it enters the Firth of Clyde. Viewed shortly after high tide. Walkers on the Ayrshire Coastal Path are likely to get wet feet here, as this burn can be difficult to cross at high tide. The buildings in the background are at Turnberry in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NS2005">NS2005</a>. Turnberry lighthouse in the far distance on the left is in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NS1907">NS1907</a>.
The End Of Chapelton Burn
Chapelton Burn spreads out across the beach as it enters the Firth of Clyde. Viewed shortly after high tide. Walkers on the Ayrshire Coastal Path are likely to get wet feet here, as this burn can be difficult to cross at high tide. The buildings in the background are at Turnberry in NS2005. Turnberry lighthouse in the far distance on the left is in NS1907.
Looking South Looking south at Balkenna shore, shortly after high tide. The factory buildings in the background are the Ladyburn Works, in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NS2002">NS2002</a>.
Looking South
Looking south at Balkenna shore, shortly after high tide. The factory buildings in the background are the Ladyburn Works, in NS2002.
A First Look At Turnberry Bay The Explorer map puts the camera position for this view just inside the square. It's the first view that you see of the northern end of Turnberry Bay, coming down the Milton Burn track.
A First Look At Turnberry Bay
The Explorer map puts the camera position for this view just inside the square. It's the first view that you see of the northern end of Turnberry Bay, coming down the Milton Burn track.
Turnberry Bay View Turnberry Bay viewed from the start of the dunes, looking out towards the island of Arran on a fine August afternoon.
Turnberry Bay View
Turnberry Bay viewed from the start of the dunes, looking out towards the island of Arran on a fine August afternoon.
High Tide A mixed group of gulls and waders on Turnberry beach, shortly after high tide. I didn't go any closer, to avoid disturbance. Turnberry lighthouse, in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NS1907">NS1907</a>, is visible in the background.
High Tide
A mixed group of gulls and waders on Turnberry beach, shortly after high tide. I didn't go any closer, to avoid disturbance. Turnberry lighthouse, in NS1907, is visible in the background.
Milton Burn Mouth Milton Burn enters the Firth of Clyde here in a fast-flowing channel. Walkers on the Ayrshire Coastal Path can cross over safely on a concrete footbridge, on the left in the middle distance of this shot. It's shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/907804">NS2005 : On The Ayrshire Coastal Path</a> along with a warning about the bridge being washed away. There's a better crossing a little further upstream.
Milton Burn Mouth
Milton Burn enters the Firth of Clyde here in a fast-flowing channel. Walkers on the Ayrshire Coastal Path can cross over safely on a concrete footbridge, on the left in the middle distance of this shot. It's shown in NS2005 : On The Ayrshire Coastal Path along with a warning about the bridge being washed away. There's a better crossing a little further upstream.
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Balkenna Isle is located at Grid Ref: NS1904 (Lat: 55.300339, Lng: -4.8406727)

Unitary Authority: South Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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