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Redshanks Rock

Island in Berwickshire

Scotland

Redshanks Rock

Commemorative Stone at St Abbs The White House is illuminated in bright sunshine on New Year’s Day. This stone commemorates Queen Elizabeth’s 70 years reign 1952-2022.
Commemorative Stone at St Abbs Credit: Jennifer Petrie

Redshanks Rock is a small island located off the coast of Berwickshire, Scotland. It is situated in the North Sea, approximately 2 miles east of the town of Eyemouth. The island is known for its unique natural beauty and rich biodiversity.

Redshanks Rock measures around 300 meters in length and 100 meters in width, with its highest point reaching approximately 20 meters above sea level. The island is mainly composed of rocky cliffs, with a rugged and picturesque coastline. It is named after the redshank bird, which can often be spotted on the island.

The island is home to a variety of bird species, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers. Visitors can observe a range of seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, razorbills, and kittiwakes. Redshanks Rock is also an important breeding ground for several species of gulls.

Aside from its avian inhabitants, the island offers stunning views and is a haven for marine life. Seals can often be seen lounging on the rocks, while porpoises and dolphins occasionally swim in the surrounding waters. The island's rich marine ecosystem also supports a diverse array of fish and invertebrates.

Redshanks Rock is accessible by boat and is a popular spot for kayaking and wildlife tours. Visitors are advised to check the tides and weather conditions before visiting, as the island can be challenging to reach during adverse conditions. Regardless, a trip to Redshanks Rock promises a memorable experience for nature enthusiasts and those seeking to explore the Scottish coast.

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Commemorative Stone at St Abbs The White House is illuminated in bright sunshine on New Year’s Day. This stone commemorates Queen Elizabeth’s 70 years reign 1952-2022.
Commemorative Stone at St Abbs
The White House is illuminated in bright sunshine on New Year’s Day. This stone commemorates Queen Elizabeth’s 70 years reign 1952-2022.
White House by Coastal Footpath at St Abbs The White House was lit up in bright January sunshine when we took our New Year’s walk from St Abbs to Coldingham Sands. A great many other people were also out walking here.
White House by Coastal Footpath at St Abbs
The White House was lit up in bright January sunshine when we took our New Year’s walk from St Abbs to Coldingham Sands. A great many other people were also out walking here.
Tall Grasses by Coastal Path St Abbs Looking across the sea to Eyemouth on the first day of 2024 when the sun shone brightly and lots of folk were out walking here. The path leads from St Abbs to Coldingham Sands.
Tall Grasses by Coastal Path St Abbs
Looking across the sea to Eyemouth on the first day of 2024 when the sun shone brightly and lots of folk were out walking here. The path leads from St Abbs to Coldingham Sands.
Beach Huts at Coldingham Sands on New Year’s Day 2024 On this beautiful bright sunny day there were lots of people walking along the cliff path from St Abbs and many more having parties at their beach huts on Coldingham Sands. Some folk had a swim. Although there were big white waves crashing ashore there was no sign of any surfers.
Beach Huts at Coldingham Sands on New Year’s Day 2024
On this beautiful bright sunny day there were lots of people walking along the cliff path from St Abbs and many more having parties at their beach huts on Coldingham Sands. Some folk had a swim. Although there were big white waves crashing ashore there was no sign of any surfers.
Blue Beach Huts at Coldingham Sands Lots of respectable nicely painted beach huts edge the beach here.
Blue Beach Huts at Coldingham Sands
Lots of respectable nicely painted beach huts edge the beach here.
Coastal Footpath Sign at Coldingham Sands The cliff path leads from St Abbs then descends about 94 steps onto Coldingham Sands.
Coastal Footpath Sign at Coldingham Sands
The cliff path leads from St Abbs then descends about 94 steps onto Coldingham Sands.
Looking across Coldingham Sands on New Year’s Day 2024 On this beautiful bright sunny day a great many people were walking the cliff path from St Abbs to Coldingham Sands. Many families had opened their beach huts to have lunch with drinks. Some others had been swimming in the freezing waters of the bay! It was noticeable that much sand had been washed away and many rocks were laid bare after the recent fierce storms.
Looking across Coldingham Sands on New Year’s Day 2024
On this beautiful bright sunny day a great many people were walking the cliff path from St Abbs to Coldingham Sands. Many families had opened their beach huts to have lunch with drinks. Some others had been swimming in the freezing waters of the bay! It was noticeable that much sand had been washed away and many rocks were laid bare after the recent fierce storms.
Coldingham Bay
Coldingham Bay
St Abbs
St Abbs
The harbour, St. Abbs The little Scottish coastal village of St. Abbs is very popular with scuba divers, who are attracted by the clear waters teaming with sealife in the marine reserve offshore.
The harbour, St. Abbs
The little Scottish coastal village of St. Abbs is very popular with scuba divers, who are attracted by the clear waters teaming with sealife in the marine reserve offshore.
Mire Loch, St. Abbs Head Mire Loch lies within the nature reserve around St. Abbs Head.
Mire Loch, St. Abbs Head
Mire Loch lies within the nature reserve around St. Abbs Head.
Cliffs at Pettico Wick Spectacular cliffs, home to many seabirds, on the edge of the St. Abbs Head nature reserve.
Cliffs at Pettico Wick
Spectacular cliffs, home to many seabirds, on the edge of the St. Abbs Head nature reserve.
St. Abbs Head Lighthouse Small, but perfectly formed.
St. Abbs Head Lighthouse
Small, but perfectly formed.
Surfers at Coldingham Bay
Surfers at Coldingham Bay
St Abbs Harbourmaster's Hut St Abbs is a very popular diving centre, as well as an attractive village and harbour. There is no pub here, however!
St Abbs Harbourmaster's Hut
St Abbs is a very popular diving centre, as well as an attractive village and harbour. There is no pub here, however!
Cold Surfing at Coldingham A North East wind brings good surf to Coldingham
Cold Surfing at Coldingham
A North East wind brings good surf to Coldingham
North Sea Dawn. Taken from the harbour wall at St. Abbs, looking SSE. about 6 o'clock one cool August morning. A storm out to sea earlier had produced the heavy swell, which, whilst disappointing the divers in our party, who couldn't go in, rewarded the photographer for her enforced early rising to accompany them!
North Sea Dawn.
Taken from the harbour wall at St. Abbs, looking SSE. about 6 o'clock one cool August morning. A storm out to sea earlier had produced the heavy swell, which, whilst disappointing the divers in our party, who couldn't go in, rewarded the photographer for her enforced early rising to accompany them!
Rocks at the north end of Coldingham Sands
Rocks at the north end of Coldingham Sands
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Redshanks Rock is located at Grid Ref: NT9268 (Lat: 55.906805, Lng: -2.1291984)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

What 3 Words

///fortified.sharpened.forks. Near Eyemouth, Scottish Borders

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