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Knockbrex Bay

Bay in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Knockbrex Bay

Inlet, Knockbrex Bay Rock outcrops, almost covered by turf, at the side of an inlet on Knockbrex Bay. Knockbrex House can be seen over the coastal fields.
Inlet, Knockbrex Bay Credit: Jonathan Wilkins

Knockbrex Bay is a picturesque bay located in the region of Kirkcudbrightshire in southwestern Scotland. Situated on the Solway Firth, it offers stunning views of the Irish Sea and the surrounding countryside. The bay is known for its natural beauty, with its pristine sandy beach, rocky outcrops, and calm, clear waters.

The bay is nestled within a tranquil and secluded area, providing a peaceful retreat for visitors. Its unspoiled landscape and uncommercialized atmosphere make it a popular destination for those seeking a quiet and idyllic coastal experience. The bay is also a haven for wildlife, with various seabirds and marine species frequently spotted in the area.

Knockbrex Bay is easily accessible by car, with a small parking area available for visitors. From there, a short walk down to the beach offers breathtaking panoramic views of the bay and its surroundings. The bay is also a great spot for outdoor activities such as swimming, fishing, and beachcombing.

In addition to its natural beauty, Knockbrex Bay is close to other attractions in the area. The charming town of Kirkcudbright, known for its artistic heritage and historic architecture, is just a short drive away. Visitors can explore art galleries, museums, and enjoy the local cuisine in the town.

Overall, Knockbrex Bay is a hidden gem on the Scottish coast, offering a peaceful and scenic escape for nature lovers and those seeking a tranquil beach experience.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.820113/-4.2090716 or Grid Reference NX5849. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Inlet, Knockbrex Bay Rock outcrops, almost covered by turf, at the side of an inlet on Knockbrex Bay. Knockbrex House can be seen over the coastal fields.
Inlet, Knockbrex Bay
Rock outcrops, almost covered by turf, at the side of an inlet on Knockbrex Bay. Knockbrex House can be seen over the coastal fields.
Folded strata Rock outcrops on the shore are bedded greywackes belonging to the Kirkmaiden Formation, of Silurian (Llandovery) age. Their hardness and resistance to erosion is due to their state of metamorphism through deep burial during continental collision. The folding demonstrated here was caused by differential movement along faults separating adjacent slices of sediments as they were scraped off a descending oceanic plate (an "accretionary prism").
Folded strata
Rock outcrops on the shore are bedded greywackes belonging to the Kirkmaiden Formation, of Silurian (Llandovery) age. Their hardness and resistance to erosion is due to their state of metamorphism through deep burial during continental collision. The folding demonstrated here was caused by differential movement along faults separating adjacent slices of sediments as they were scraped off a descending oceanic plate (an "accretionary prism").
Upright strata Large areas of the foreshore here comprise vertically disposed beds of Silurian greywacke which show only gentle folding. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6968175">NX5749 : Folded strata</a> for an interpretation of the disposition and nature of the rocks here.
Upright strata
Large areas of the foreshore here comprise vertically disposed beds of Silurian greywacke which show only gentle folding. See also NX5749 : Folded strata for an interpretation of the disposition and nature of the rocks here.
Coastal pasture, Knockbrex
Coastal pasture, Knockbrex
Murray's Isle South Taken far out from Carrick Bay, at the turn of a Spring Low Tide, late on a September evening 2023. The predicted tide height for low water was 1.8m. It was possible to walk further out to the isle although slightly deeper than my wellingtons would allow.
Murray's Isle South
Taken far out from Carrick Bay, at the turn of a Spring Low Tide, late on a September evening 2023. The predicted tide height for low water was 1.8m. It was possible to walk further out to the isle although slightly deeper than my wellingtons would allow.
Low tide near Ardwall Isle Two men on the east side of Ardwall Isle were taking advantage of an evening low tide to collect some whelks.
Low tide near Ardwall Isle
Two men on the east side of Ardwall Isle were taking advantage of an evening low tide to collect some whelks.
Corseyard Dairy A real oddity, in stile it aspires to appear as a church.
Corseyard Dairy
A real oddity, in stile it aspires to appear as a church.
Unused gate Unused gate on the Knockbrex Estate.
Unused gate
Unused gate on the Knockbrex Estate.
Corseyard Dairy Corseyard Dairy, (locally known as Coo Palace) with a water tower designed to look like a medieval Scottish fortified house, constructed for the then laird of nearby Knockbrex estate, James Brown, chairman of Affleck & Brown, a Manchester department store. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.buildingsatrisk.org.uk/details/900384" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.buildingsatrisk.org.uk/details/900384">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>
Corseyard Dairy
Corseyard Dairy, (locally known as Coo Palace) with a water tower designed to look like a medieval Scottish fortified house, constructed for the then laird of nearby Knockbrex estate, James Brown, chairman of Affleck & Brown, a Manchester department store. LinkExternal link
Boundary Wall A section of Corseyard Dairy, boundary wall.
Boundary Wall
A section of Corseyard Dairy, boundary wall.
Castle Haven Bay
Castle Haven Bay
Ardwall Isle This is at the southwest corner of the small tidal island in Wigtown Bay looking over to Murray’s Isles.
Ardwall Isle
This is at the southwest corner of the small tidal island in Wigtown Bay looking over to Murray’s Isles.
Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay Three pillars in the bay act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. This was viewed at low tide.
Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay
Three pillars in the bay act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. This was viewed at low tide.
A cairn on Ardwall Isle The cairn at 34m marks the high spot of this small tidal island in Wigtown Bay.
A cairn on Ardwall Isle
The cairn at 34m marks the high spot of this small tidal island in Wigtown Bay.
Ardwall Isle This is at the southwest edge of this small tidal island in Wigtown Bay at low tide.
Ardwall Isle
This is at the southwest edge of this small tidal island in Wigtown Bay at low tide.
Corseyard Dairy for sale This Gothic style dairy steading was original built for James Brown of Knockbrex. The site is currently marketed for sale and the foreground sign reads:- Grade A Listed Edwardian Dairy with lapsed planning for conversion to Residential and/or Business use Available as a whole or in 3 lots
Corseyard Dairy for sale
This Gothic style dairy steading was original built for James Brown of Knockbrex. The site is currently marketed for sale and the foreground sign reads:- Grade A Listed Edwardian Dairy with lapsed planning for conversion to Residential and/or Business use Available as a whole or in 3 lots
Corseyard Dairy Tower The Corseyard Dairy buildings are currently marketed for sale. For a wider view, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3507630">NX5948 : Corseyard Dairy for sale</a>.
Corseyard Dairy Tower
The Corseyard Dairy buildings are currently marketed for sale. For a wider view, see NX5948 : Corseyard Dairy for sale.
A navigation pillar at Knockbrex Bay This is one of three pillars that act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. For a view of all three pillars, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3507589">NX5849 : Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay</a>.
A navigation pillar at Knockbrex Bay
This is one of three pillars that act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. For a view of all three pillars, see NX5849 : Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay.
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Knockbrex Bay is located at Grid Ref: NX5849 (Lat: 54.820113, Lng: -4.2090716)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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///chiefs.shows.rewarded. Near Kirkcudbright, Dumfries & Galloway

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