The Pool

Bay in Fife

Scotland

The Pool

Simmer Dim at the Low Light, Isle of May The Fife coast extends to Fife Ness in the distance. Mist-nets are erected in the foreground below the old lighthouse for the evening tape-luring of Storm Petrels. — Simmer Dim at the Low Light, Isle of May Credit: Greg Fitchett

The Pool, Fife (Bay) is a natural tidal pool located on the eastern coast of Scotland, specifically in the town of Fife. It is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, offering a unique and stunning location for relaxation and recreational activities.

The pool itself is a small bay surrounded by rocky cliffs, providing a sense of seclusion and tranquility. The crystal-clear waters of the pool are known for their vibrant blue hue, creating a picturesque setting that is perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and even diving. The tidal nature of the pool means that its water levels fluctuate with the tides, creating a constantly changing landscape.

Surrounding the bay are sandy beaches, ideal for sunbathing and picnicking. The Pool, Fife is also home to a diverse range of marine life, making it a popular spot for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Visitors can often spot various species of fish, crabs, and even seals in the pool's waters.

Access to The Pool, Fife is relatively easy, with a nearby car park available for visitors. The bay is also accessible by foot, with a short walk from the town center. Facilities such as toilets and refreshment stands can be found in close proximity to the pool, ensuring visitors have a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

Overall, The Pool, Fife (Bay) offers a serene and scenic escape where visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of Scotland's coastal landscape, indulge in water activities, or simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

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The Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.191513/-2.5675036 or Grid Reference NO6400. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Simmer Dim at the Low Light, Isle of May

The Fife coast extends to Fife Ness in the distance. Mist-nets are erected in the foreground below the old lighthouse for the evening tape-luring of Storm Petrels.

Greg Fitchett

Full moon over the May

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Ghostly Footsteps on Isle of May

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Looking down on the Beacon

The truncated tower of Scotland's oldest lighthouse (the 1636 Beacon) seen from the cupola of the Stevenson-built 1816 Main Light.

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Fluke Street

Looking from the top of the Main Light on the Isle of May towards the buildings in Fluke Street (said to have been so called by naval personnel during WW2, having gained its name from a street in the red-light district of Dundee). The buildings were used to house to fog-horn air compressors and lighthouse personnel. On the left is Kirk Haven, with the ferry from Anstruther moored there and on the right is the white tower of the South Horn.

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Low Light

Built in 1844 this light was used by sailors to avoid the Carr Rocks, but was rendered redundant after about 50 years, when a light ship was moored just off the Carr Rocks. The former lighthouse keepers' accommodation is now regularly used by ornithologists.

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Grab that serpent

Grab handles on the light platform of the Low Light on the Isle of May.

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Light casts a shadow

The shadow of the Low Light on the Isle of May cast by the sun on the rocks below.

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North end of the island

Looking from the top of the Main Light towards the North Horn on the Isle of May. The distant coast is Fife, near Crail, about five miles away.

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Small pond

One of the few places where water collects on the Isle of May. The 'lumps' on the far horizon are the Bass Rock in the Firth of Forth and Berwick Law in East Lothian.

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Can you describe a spiral stairway ...

... without using your hands? The ornate stairway leading up the light tower of the Stevenson-built Main Light on the Isle of May, one of the finest examples of the famous builder's work.

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South extremity

The southernmost tip of the Isle of May.

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Rocks and stone walls

Walls, presumably constructed by inhabitants of the small village that once existed on the island.

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Seabirds on the Pillow

A rocky promontory just north of the landing place of Kirk Haven.

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Wreck of the Island

The Danish steamship Island ran aground on the Isle of May in 1937. Those rusty steel ribs are all that remains of her above water level now. Divers can explore more of her remains between 15 and 29 metres deep in the off-shore waters.

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