Willie Anderson

Island in Berwickshire

Scotland

Willie Anderson

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

Willie Anderson, Berwickshire is a small island located off the southeastern coast of Scotland, in the county of Berwickshire. With a total area of approximately 10 acres, it is one of the smallest islands in the region. The island is situated in the North Sea, about 1.5 miles from the mainland, and is accessible by boat or ferry.

Despite its size, Willie Anderson is known for its stunning natural beauty and picturesque landscapes. The island is characterized by rolling hills, rugged cliffs, and sandy beaches, offering visitors a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, bird watching, and beachcombing. The surrounding waters are also popular among anglers, who come to the island in search of a variety of fish species.

The island is sparsely populated, with only a handful of permanent residents. Most of the buildings on Willie Anderson are traditional cottages, adding to the island's quaint and charming atmosphere. There is also a small harbor, providing mooring facilities for boats and small vessels.

Due to its remote location, Willie Anderson offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, making it an ideal destination for those seeking solitude and relaxation. However, amenities and services on the island are limited, with no shops or restaurants available. Visitors are advised to bring their own supplies or travel to the nearby town of Berwick-upon-Tweed for provisions.

Overall, Willie Anderson, Berwickshire is a hidden gem, offering visitors a unique and unspoiled Scottish island experience.

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Willie Anderson Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.868602/-2.0736872 or Grid Reference NT9563. 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.

Lynne Kirton

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.

Lynne Kirton

North Sea off Eyemouth

The ship is lying just off Eyemouth harbour.

Lynne Kirton

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.

Colin Stewart

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.

Colin Stewart

Air Sea Rescue Demo

Taken from Prom on a "Lifeboat Fete" day c2003

Stafford Little

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

Kevin Rae

Eyemouth Harbour Buildings

Eyemouth as well as being a busy fishing town also has many fine buildings clustered around its harbour.

Kevin Rae

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.

Lisa Jarvis

Headland at Eyemouth

View from the headland Hairy Ness towards King's Mount.

Lisa Jarvis

Eyemouth Golf Course and Clubhouse

The only links course in the Scottish Borders.

Lisa Jarvis

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.

Lisa Jarvis

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).

Lisa Jarvis

Gunsgreen House

Lisa Jarvis

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.

Lisa Jarvis

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.

Lisa Jarvis