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Elgy Rocks

Island in Berwickshire

Scotland

Elgy Rocks

Weasel Loch, near Eyemouth This mini sea loch is very popular with scuba divers wanting to meet the resident wolf fish.
Weasel Loch, near Eyemouth Credit: Lynne Kirton

Elgy Rocks is a small island located off the coast of Berwickshire in southeastern Scotland. Situated in the North Sea, it is part of the Berwickshire and North Northumberland Coast Special Area of Conservation, which highlights its ecological significance. The island is known for its unique rock formations and diverse wildlife.

Covering an area of roughly 0.25 hectares, Elgy Rocks is composed of sedimentary rocks, primarily sandstone and conglomerate. These rocks have been shaped by centuries of erosion, resulting in striking cliffs and caves that attract geologists and nature enthusiasts alike.

The island is home to a variety of seabirds, such as puffins, razorbills, and guillemots, which nest on the cliffs and provide a spectacular sight during breeding season. Additionally, seals can often be spotted basking on the rocks or swimming in the surrounding waters.

Access to Elgy Rocks is limited due to its remote location and the absence of any permanent structures or facilities. However, the island can be viewed from the mainland, providing visitors with an opportunity to appreciate its natural beauty from a distance.

Elgy Rocks is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its geological significance and importance as a habitat for nesting seabirds. It is protected by various conservation measures to ensure the preservation of its unique ecosystem.

Overall, Elgy Rocks offers a glimpse into the rugged beauty of Scotland's coastline, providing a haven for wildlife and a fascinating geological site for exploration.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.87302/-2.0777228 or Grid Reference NT9564. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Weasel Loch, near Eyemouth This mini sea loch is very popular with scuba divers wanting to meet the resident wolf fish.
Weasel Loch, near Eyemouth
This mini sea loch is very popular with scuba divers wanting to meet the resident wolf fish.
Eyemouth The historic town of Eyemouth lies 5 miles north of the Scottish border. Fishing there dates back to the 13th century, and the harbour is still active today.The town will always remember the Great East Coast Fishing Disaster of 1881, when 189 local fishermen lost their lives in a storm. The disaster is commemorated in a 15 by 4 foot tapestry, sewn by local women and on display in Eyemouth Museum.
Eyemouth
The historic town of Eyemouth lies 5 miles north of the Scottish border. Fishing there dates back to the 13th century, and the harbour is still active today.The town will always remember the Great East Coast Fishing Disaster of 1881, when 189 local fishermen lost their lives in a storm. The disaster is commemorated in a 15 by 4 foot tapestry, sewn by local women and on display in Eyemouth Museum.
North Sea off Eyemouth The ship is lying just off Eyemouth harbour.
North Sea off Eyemouth
The ship is lying just off Eyemouth harbour.
Hurker's Haven Looking down into Hurker's Haven from the coastal path close to Fancove Head. The hard geology is immediately apparent in the distorted layers of strata. Numerous seabirds use the small coastal outcrops as nesting sites accessible only from the sea. This area is popular with divers and canoeists and supports small scale fishing operations.
Hurker's Haven
Looking down into Hurker's Haven from the coastal path close to Fancove Head. The hard geology is immediately apparent in the distorted layers of strata. Numerous seabirds use the small coastal outcrops as nesting sites accessible only from the sea. This area is popular with divers and canoeists and supports small scale fishing operations.
Anyone for golf? Taken near to 'Horse Head' showing the expansion of Eyemouth. The relatively new golf course has replaced arable fields though farming is still the dominant activity around Eyemouth. New roads have been built to provide access to the golf course and also to the harbour. Only a narrow cliff top path exists between the sea and fields with rough grasses and wildflowers providing food for several species of butterflies.
Anyone for golf?
Taken near to 'Horse Head' showing the expansion of Eyemouth. The relatively new golf course has replaced arable fields though farming is still the dominant activity around Eyemouth. New roads have been built to provide access to the golf course and also to the harbour. Only a narrow cliff top path exists between the sea and fields with rough grasses and wildflowers providing food for several species of butterflies.
Air Sea Rescue Demo Taken from Prom on a "Lifeboat Fete" day c2003
Air Sea Rescue Demo
Taken from Prom on a "Lifeboat Fete" day c2003
Eyemouth Harbour Fishing Boats lined up along the river Eye in this busy harbour. In the distance you can see Gunsgreen House, an 18th century Merchants Villa designed by James Adam around 1855
Eyemouth Harbour
Fishing Boats lined up along the river Eye in this busy harbour. In the distance you can see Gunsgreen House, an 18th century Merchants Villa designed by James Adam around 1855
Eyemouth Harbour Buildings Eyemouth as well as being a busy fishing town also has many fine buildings clustered around its harbour.
Eyemouth Harbour Buildings
Eyemouth as well as being a busy fishing town also has many fine buildings clustered around its harbour.
Hairy Ness, Eyemouth Hairy Ness is a headland east of Eyemouth. In the foreground is Divers Hole, a sandy bottomed gully and to the right of Hairy Ness you enter Leeds Bay.
Hairy Ness, Eyemouth
Hairy Ness is a headland east of Eyemouth. In the foreground is Divers Hole, a sandy bottomed gully and to the right of Hairy Ness you enter Leeds Bay.
Headland at Eyemouth View from the headland Hairy Ness towards King's Mount.
Headland at Eyemouth
View from the headland Hairy Ness towards King's Mount.
Ripening Crops Looking NW from Highlaws Farm.
Ripening Crops
Looking NW from Highlaws Farm.
Eyemouth Golf Course and Clubhouse The only links course in the Scottish Borders.
Eyemouth Golf Course and Clubhouse
The only links course in the Scottish Borders.
Eyemouth Harbour Eyemouth's harbour stretches back along the Eye Water, effectively forming the eastern edge of the town. Fishing played a vital part in the local economy as early as 1298, but it has also been a source of tragedy. During the 1800s Eyemouth's harbour was not improved as quickly as many, and its entrance was very tricky in rough weather. In 1881, 189 fishermen, including 129 from Eyemouth itself, lost their lives. The harbour was later improved to provide a much safer entrance. Most of Eyemouth's current harbour dates back to a major rebuilding in 1965.
Eyemouth Harbour
Eyemouth's harbour stretches back along the Eye Water, effectively forming the eastern edge of the town. Fishing played a vital part in the local economy as early as 1298, but it has also been a source of tragedy. During the 1800s Eyemouth's harbour was not improved as quickly as many, and its entrance was very tricky in rough weather. In 1881, 189 fishermen, including 129 from Eyemouth itself, lost their lives. The harbour was later improved to provide a much safer entrance. Most of Eyemouth's current harbour dates back to a major rebuilding in 1965.
The wall of Gunsgreen House Gunsgreen house is a 18th Century merchant's villa designed by James Adam around 1755. It was the centre of a lucrative smuggling trade in 18th Century Eyemouth. The house was alleged to have its roofspace full of illicit tea, and hiding places built into the walls between certain rooms. The cart wheels in this photograph are the wheels of an old lifeboat launching carriage. Unfortunately, during recent renovation work, the wooden hub and spokes disintegrated and they have been removed (information added September 2009, thanks to George Davidson).
The wall of Gunsgreen House
Gunsgreen house is a 18th Century merchant's villa designed by James Adam around 1755. It was the centre of a lucrative smuggling trade in 18th Century Eyemouth. The house was alleged to have its roofspace full of illicit tea, and hiding places built into the walls between certain rooms. The cart wheels in this photograph are the wheels of an old lifeboat launching carriage. Unfortunately, during recent renovation work, the wooden hub and spokes disintegrated and they have been removed (information added September 2009, thanks to George Davidson).
Gunsgreen House Gunsgreen house is a 18th Century merchant's villa designed by James Adam around 1755. It was the centre of a lucrative smuggling trade in 18th Century Eyemouth. The house was alleged to have its roofspace full of illicit tea, and hiding places built into the walls between certain rooms.
Gunsgreen House
Gunsgreen house is a 18th Century merchant's villa designed by James Adam around 1755. It was the centre of a lucrative smuggling trade in 18th Century Eyemouth. The house was alleged to have its roofspace full of illicit tea, and hiding places built into the walls between certain rooms.
Gunsgreen House Doocot Overlooking Eyemouth Harbour and Gunsgreen House this is an early 19th century doocot. It has battlements on 3 sides and inset blind crosslets on East and North sides. There is some suggestion that it may have been a cart shed. It is now residential.
Gunsgreen House Doocot
Overlooking Eyemouth Harbour and Gunsgreen House this is an early 19th century doocot. It has battlements on 3 sides and inset blind crosslets on East and North sides. There is some suggestion that it may have been a cart shed. It is now residential.
The Coach House at Netherbyres 18th century in origin with later additions and alterations, the coach house has been converted for residential use. The former cart openings are still present and the ogee-capped, circular ridge vent on the roof may have been a former dovecot.
The Coach House at Netherbyres
18th century in origin with later additions and alterations, the coach house has been converted for residential use. The former cart openings are still present and the ogee-capped, circular ridge vent on the roof may have been a former dovecot.
Nestends, Eyemouth Rocky shoreline to the east of Eyemouth.
Nestends, Eyemouth
Rocky shoreline to the east of Eyemouth.
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Elgy Rocks is located at Grid Ref: NT9564 (Lat: 55.87302, Lng: -2.0777228)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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///snored.sensibly.horseshoe. Near Eyemouth, Scottish Borders

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