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Scar Nose

Island in Banffshire

Scotland

Scar Nose

Rock outcrop This outcrop is partly in Cullen Links and partly on the Cullen Sands.
Rock outcrop Credit: don cload

Scar Nose is a picturesque island located off the coast of Banffshire, Scotland. Situated in the North Sea, this small island spans approximately 2 square kilometers and is accessible only by boat. It is renowned for its rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and stunning natural beauty.

The island derives its name from the distinctive scar-like shape that is formed by a prominent cliff face, giving it a unique and recognizable silhouette. Scar Nose boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. The island is home to various seabird colonies, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills.

Visitors to Scar Nose can explore its rocky coastline, which is adorned with sea caves and arches that have been carved out by centuries of erosion. The sandy beaches provide opportunities for relaxation and sunbathing, while the clear waters offer excellent conditions for snorkeling and diving.

Despite its remote location, Scar Nose has a rich history. It is believed to have been inhabited since prehistoric times, and remnants of ancient settlements can still be seen on the island. The ruins of a medieval chapel and a lighthouse stand as testaments to its past.

Scar Nose offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its untouched natural beauty and serene atmosphere make it an ideal destination for those seeking solitude and a connection with nature.

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Scar Nose Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.706682/-2.8501424 or Grid Reference NJ4968. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rock outcrop This outcrop is partly in Cullen Links and partly on the Cullen Sands.
Rock outcrop
This outcrop is partly in Cullen Links and partly on the Cullen Sands.
Bow Fiddle Rock Famous rock feature at Portknockie.
Bow Fiddle Rock
Famous rock feature at Portknockie.
Portknockie Harbour
Portknockie Harbour
Bow Fiddle Rock
Bow Fiddle Rock
Reddish rock outcrop in Cullen Bay
Reddish rock outcrop in Cullen Bay
Coast at Portknockie Triangular rock in the middle is Shitten Craig. The cat sitting on the fence in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2620784">NJ4968 : Wee cat on fence</a> has cleared off.
Coast at Portknockie
Triangular rock in the middle is Shitten Craig. The cat sitting on the fence in NJ4968 : Wee cat on fence has cleared off.
Wee cat on fence By a chapel on the coast at Portknockie.
Wee cat on fence
By a chapel on the coast at Portknockie.
Cormorants and gulls on Shitten Craig Rocky coastline at Portknockie, Moray Firth.
Cormorants and gulls on Shitten Craig
Rocky coastline at Portknockie, Moray Firth.
Fishing boat leaving Portknockie harbour A few boats out at sea; the hills of Cromarty in the distance.
Fishing boat leaving Portknockie harbour
A few boats out at sea; the hills of Cromarty in the distance.
Youth Centre, Portknockie
Youth Centre, Portknockie
New house, Church Street, Portknockie
New house, Church Street, Portknockie
Moray Coast Railway A cutting behind Cullen Links. The trackbed is now a path.
Moray Coast Railway
A cutting behind Cullen Links. The trackbed is now a path.
Moray Coast Railway The start of a section of trackbed which has been turned into a path to Cullen.
Moray Coast Railway
The start of a section of trackbed which has been turned into a path to Cullen.
Portknockie Harbour Fishing off the harbour wall at Portknockie.
Portknockie Harbour
Fishing off the harbour wall at Portknockie.
Coast path, Banffshire Well surfaced but not tarred section of the cycle route. It runs through a barley field by Tronach Head. A line on the horizon may be the haar, out at sea but ready to return.
Coast path, Banffshire
Well surfaced but not tarred section of the cycle route. It runs through a barley field by Tronach Head. A line on the horizon may be the haar, out at sea but ready to return.
Bow Fiddle Rock Bow Fiddle Rock is a classic example of a sea stack with a dramatic natural arch. It is named after its unusual shape which is supposed to resemble a violin bow, and it is the most visited tourist attraction in the village of Portknockie.
Bow Fiddle Rock
Bow Fiddle Rock is a classic example of a sea stack with a dramatic natural arch. It is named after its unusual shape which is supposed to resemble a violin bow, and it is the most visited tourist attraction in the village of Portknockie.
Triangulation Pillar S7179 at Portknockie
Triangulation Pillar S7179 at Portknockie
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket G4051 This can be found on a boundary wall at Cullen Bay Hotel. For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm16939" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm16939">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>
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket G4051
This can be found on a boundary wall at Cullen Bay Hotel. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
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Scar Nose is located at Grid Ref: NJ4968 (Lat: 57.706682, Lng: -2.8501424)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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