Portlethen Bay

Bay in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Portlethen Bay

Island residential street adjacent to dual carriageway This odd street has no access other than directly to the dual carriageway. Thus the sound levels are quite high here, as front yards face the A90. — Island residential street adjacent to dual carriageway Credit: C Michael Hogan

Portlethen Bay is a picturesque coastal area located in Kincardineshire, Scotland. Situated approximately 7 miles south of Aberdeen, it stretches along the North Sea coastline, offering stunning views and natural beauty. The bay is known for its sandy beaches, rugged cliffs, and rocky shores, which make it a popular destination for both locals and tourists.

The beach at Portlethen Bay is a highlight of the area, offering a wide expanse of golden sand that is perfect for leisurely walks, sunbathing, or building sandcastles. It is also a great spot for water activities such as swimming and surfing, although caution is advised due to strong currents at times. The bay is home to an array of wildlife, including various seabirds and marine creatures, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts.

Surrounding the bay are the Portlethen Cliffs, which provide a dramatic backdrop to the coastal scenery. These cliffs offer breathtaking views of the North Sea and are a popular spot for hiking and birdwatching. The area is also home to a variety of flora and fauna, including wildflowers and grasses that add to the charm of the landscape.

Portlethen Bay is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities and nearby amenities including cafes and shops. The bay is well-maintained, with clean and well-kept surroundings, making it a pleasant place to spend a day outdoors. Whether enjoying a peaceful stroll along the shore or engaging in water sports, Portlethen Bay offers a serene and picturesque setting for visitors to relax and appreciate the natural beauty of the Scottish coastline.

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Portlethen Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.056504/-2.1094822 or Grid Reference NO9396. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Island residential street adjacent to dual carriageway

This odd street has no access other than directly to the dual carriageway. Thus the sound levels are quite high here, as front yards face the A90.

C Michael Hogan

Quiet, but wide residential street

Photographer is standing near the street edge

C Michael Hogan

Looking towards Cammachmore Bay

Photographer is standing at the verge of the minor paved road.

C Michael Hogan

Coastal scene at England farm

A wisp of the North Sea is visible at image upper right. This locale is only accessible on an unpaved farm road; hence the 4x4 vehicle is desirable.

C Michael Hogan

Coastal view towards Downies

Access to this point only via unpaved farm track.

C Michael Hogan

Residential lane in Old Portlethen

Photographer is standing at the edge of the paved lane.

C Michael Hogan

Coastal access limited by residential uses

Since there is no parking and no signage present, the coastal visitor here in Old Portlethen is in a quandary as to how best to achieve access to the beautiful rugged coastline that lies beyond. Most significantly, the planning decisions that led up to the present land use configuration, are confusing to say the least, with a curtain wall of single family residences effectively occupying most of the potential coastal access from the village.

C Michael Hogan

Portlethen Railway Station

View from an overbridge, looking northwards. This has been the site of a station for a long time, since well before the building of a small town at Portlethen and it used to serve Portlethen Village on the coast.

Richard Webb

Railway bridge, Portlethen

A massive bridge on a long embankment. The railway crosses Thistle Drive and route 1 of the National Cycle Network.

Richard Webb

Reemit Hill

Grass fields outside Findon. The dyke conceals a minor road.

Richard Webb

Portlethen: postbox № AB12 13

A modern design of postbox, intended for locations such as this, just inside a large out-of-town ASDA supermarket. It is pictured at 7:30 on a Sunday morning, just as the store is opening, and is emptied finally at 6:30pm on weekdays and at 12:45pm on Saturdays.

Chris Downer

Cairnwell Drive

Like almost all of Portlethen, new.

Richard Webb

Railway, Portlethen

Looking southwards on the railway serving Aberdeen.

Richard Webb

Jubilee Hall

The hall was originally a drill hall.

Anne Burgess

Industrial units on the north side of Portlethen

Mike Pennington

Hillside, Portlethen

Mike Pennington

Portlethen railway station, Aberdeenshire

Opened in 1850 by the Aberdeen Railway on what is today the line from Dundee to Aberdeen, this station closed to passengers in 1956 and completely in 1963. View north towards Cove Bay and Aberdeen. The 1850 station platforms were mostly on the far side of where the footbridge now is.

Nigel Thompson