Braidon Bay

Bay in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Braidon Bay

S entrance to a through cave at Powdam The tall triangle in line with the kayak bow is the S entrance to a cave which turns right and out on the far side. Only navigable at high tide and very low swell. Powdam is round the corner and left. — S entrance to a through cave at Powdam Credit: Nigel Feilden

Braidon Bay is a picturesque bay located in Kincardineshire, Scotland. Situated along the eastern coast of Scotland, it falls within the administrative area of Aberdeenshire Council. The bay is part of the wider coastline that stretches from Stonehaven in the north to Cowie in the south.

Braidon Bay is known for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil surroundings. With its golden sandy beaches and clear blue waters, it is a popular destination for beachgoers and nature enthusiasts alike. The bay offers breathtaking views of the North Sea and is often praised for its unspoiled charm.

The bay is also home to a variety of wildlife, including seabirds, seals, and occasionally dolphins. It serves as an important habitat for several bird species, making it a haven for birdwatchers and wildlife photographers.

Braidon Bay offers plenty of recreational activities for visitors. Its expansive sandy beach is perfect for sunbathing, picnicking, and beachcombing. The bay's calm waters also attract water sports enthusiasts, with activities such as kayaking and paddleboarding being popular choices.

Nearby, there are several walking trails that offer spectacular coastal views, allowing visitors to explore the beauty of the area on foot. The bay's proximity to other attractions, such as Dunnottar Castle and the town of Stonehaven, adds to its appeal.

Overall, Braidon Bay is a hidden gem along the Scottish coastline, offering a peaceful and idyllic retreat for those seeking natural beauty and tranquility.

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Braidon Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.886738/-2.2137697 or Grid Reference NO8777. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

S entrance to a through cave at Powdam

The tall triangle in line with the kayak bow is the S entrance to a cave which turns right and out on the far side. Only navigable at high tide and very low swell. Powdam is round the corner and left.

Nigel Feilden

E entrance to a through cave at Powdam

Shows the sun shining through the S entrance. See NO8676 : S entrance to a through cave at Powdam. Navigable near high tide with a very low swell. The S tunnel is narrow and the W wall leans E.

Nigel Feilden

Puffin

Puffins breed on offshore islands or tall sea cliffs, outside the breeding season it lives at sea. They catch small fish such as sand eels, sprat, herring and caplin although it eats many others.

Valerie Johnston

Tod Lighthouse

Ralph Greig

Hallhill Farm

A farm overlooking the sea by Todhead.

Andrew Wood

Todhead Light.

Todhead Lighthouse amid farmland and the North Sea beyond.

Andrew Wood

Todhead Lighthouse

The lighthouse at Todhead Point.

Andrew Wood

Lambs by Todhead

Lambs in a field by Todhead.

Andrew Wood

Todhead Pasture

Sheep grazing by Todhead with Braidon Bay in the background.

Andrew Wood

Red soil of the Mearns

A tilled field by Kinneff showing the red soil of the Mearns and the blue of the sea in the distance, both portrayed in the literature on local author Lewis Grassic Gibbon.

Andrew Wood