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Cullen Bay

Bay in Banffshire

Scotland

Cullen Bay

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

Cullen Bay is a picturesque area located in Banffshire, Scotland. Situated on the north-east coast, this bay is known for its stunning natural beauty and rich history. The bay is named after the nearby village of Cullen, which is famous for its traditional architecture and charming atmosphere.

Cullen Bay is characterized by its golden sandy beach, which stretches for approximately three miles. The beach is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike, offering opportunities for sunbathing, picnicking, and leisurely walks along the shore. The bay is also a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, with various species of birds and marine life frequently spotted in the area.

The bay is framed by rugged cliffs, adding to its dramatic allure. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the North Sea from the cliff-top paths, which also make for excellent hiking routes. The bay is particularly renowned for its stunning sunsets, when the sky is painted with vibrant hues of orange and pink.

In addition to its natural beauty, Cullen Bay is steeped in history. The nearby village of Cullen boasts a variety of historical landmarks, including the Cullen Old Kirk, a 15th-century church, and the stunning Cullen Viaduct, an impressive railway bridge built in the 19th century. These landmarks provide a glimpse into the area's rich heritage and architectural significance.

Overall, Cullen Bay in Banffshire is a truly captivating destination, offering a perfect blend of natural splendor and historical charm. Whether you are seeking relaxation on the beach or an exploration of Scotland's past, Cullen Bay is a must-visit location.

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Cullen Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.69924/-2.8209259 or Grid Reference NJ5168. 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.
Bow Fiddle Rock
Bow Fiddle Rock
Reddish rock outcrop in Cullen Bay
Reddish rock outcrop in Cullen Bay
Cormorants and gulls on Shitten Craig Rocky coastline at Portknockie, Moray Firth.
Cormorants and gulls on Shitten Craig
Rocky coastline at Portknockie, Moray Firth.
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.
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.
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
Cullen Golf Club A links course tucked in between sea and the former Moray Coast Railway. There has been some slippage of the steep slope beneath the railway trackbed here.
Cullen Golf Club
A links course tucked in between sea and the former Moray Coast Railway. There has been some slippage of the steep slope beneath the railway trackbed here.
Cullen Golf Club View from the old railway.
Cullen Golf Club
View from the old railway.
Bow Fiddle Rock on a benign afternoon
Bow Fiddle Rock on a benign afternoon
A cormorant in the Whale’s Mou' A cormorant is drying its wings at this natural arch on the coastline at Portknockie. For a wider view of the arch, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/247956">NJ4968 : The Whale's Mou'</a>.
A cormorant in the Whale’s Mou'
A cormorant is drying its wings at this natural arch on the coastline at Portknockie. For a wider view of the arch, see NJ4968 : The Whale's Mou'.
The Whale’s Mou’ This natural arch is on the coastline at Portknockie.
The Whale’s Mou’
This natural arch is on the coastline at Portknockie.
Toshie's Long Craigs The name is applied to the furthest out of this group of rocks, which are at the northern end of the beach in Cullen Bay.
Toshie's Long Craigs
The name is applied to the furthest out of this group of rocks, which are at the northern end of the beach in Cullen Bay.
Cullen Bay Rocky outcrops and shingle beaches lie to the north of the fine sandy beach at Cullen.
Cullen Bay
Rocky outcrops and shingle beaches lie to the north of the fine sandy beach at Cullen.
Old Red Sandstone On the beach at Cullen are some large outcrops of coarse Old Red Sandstone conglomerate. The tiny sloping layers of rock in the middle of this image are fossilised ripples laid down by a stream something like 350 million years ago. Close inspection tells geologists that the rock is the right way up, and therefore have not been overturned by tectonic movements, like some of the other rocks in the Scottish Highlands.
Old Red Sandstone
On the beach at Cullen are some large outcrops of coarse Old Red Sandstone conglomerate. The tiny sloping layers of rock in the middle of this image are fossilised ripples laid down by a stream something like 350 million years ago. Close inspection tells geologists that the rock is the right way up, and therefore have not been overturned by tectonic movements, like some of the other rocks in the Scottish Highlands.
The Whale's Mou' The cave is between layers of Cullen Quartzite. The red colour is iron staining from overlying Old Red Sandstone.
The Whale's Mou'
The cave is between layers of Cullen Quartzite. The red colour is iron staining from overlying Old Red Sandstone.
Bow Fiddle Rock The arch in the Bow Fiddle rock looks much more delicate in most photographs, which are usually the end-on view. From this viewpoint, the structure of the rock is much clearer. It consists of a bed of Cullen Quartzite sloping at about 45º to the south, and the arch is the remnant of a higher bed that has been almost entirely erodede away.
Bow Fiddle Rock
The arch in the Bow Fiddle rock looks much more delicate in most photographs, which are usually the end-on view. From this viewpoint, the structure of the rock is much clearer. It consists of a bed of Cullen Quartzite sloping at about 45º to the south, and the arch is the remnant of a higher bed that has been almost entirely erodede away.
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Cullen Bay is located at Grid Ref: NJ5168 (Lat: 57.69924, Lng: -2.8209259)

Unitary Authority: Moray

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