Earnsheugh Bay

Bay in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Earnsheugh 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

Earnsheugh Bay is a picturesque coastal area located in Kincardineshire, Scotland. Situated on the eastern coast of the country, it is known for its stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife. The bay is nestled between the small village of Muchalls to the north and the town of Stonehaven to the south.

Earnsheugh Bay boasts a long stretch of sandy beach, offering visitors a tranquil and peaceful setting for relaxation. The beach is surrounded by magnificent cliffs, with rugged rock formations adding to its charm. The bay is also home to numerous caves and hidden coves, which provide excellent opportunities for exploration and discovery.

The area is popular among nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers due to its rich biodiversity. Various species of birds can be spotted here, including gulls, fulmars, and puffins. Seals and dolphins are also frequently seen swimming in the bay.

Earnsheugh Bay is steeped in history, with nearby Muchalls Castle serving as a reminder of its past. The castle, dating back to the 13th century, is a well-preserved medieval fortress and is open to the public for tours.

The bay offers a range of outdoor activities, including walking, fishing, and picnicking. Its idyllic surroundings make it a perfect spot for a family day out or a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life.

Overall, Earnsheugh Bay is a hidden gem on the Scottish coastline, offering visitors a unique blend of natural beauty, wildlife, and historical significance.

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Earnsheugh Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.073961/-2.0949038 or Grid Reference NO9498. 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.

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

Strange coastal industrial land use Photographer is standing near a large scale industrial gravel staging area; moreover, this type of land use so near the beautiful rugged coastline is a very strange council decision.

Strange coastal industrial land use

Photographer is standing near a large scale industrial gravel staging area; moreover, this type of land use so near the beautiful rugged coastline is a very strange council decision.

C Michael Hogan

Cows grazing not far from the coastline This pasture is very moist and exhibits a high occurrence of Juncus species.

Cows grazing not far from the coastline

This pasture is very moist and exhibits a high occurrence of Juncus species.

C Michael Hogan

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

Reemit Hill

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

Middleton The glass houses do not appear on maps or aerial photographs, and are probably new. The coast is not far away and the haar can be seen in the background. It was soon to return to the land.

Middleton

The glass houses do not appear on maps or aerial photographs, and are probably new. The coast is not far away and the haar can be seen in the background. It was soon to return to the land.

Field, North Mains of Findon A grass field inside a bend on a minor road. The haar is advancing from the North Sea and was soon to bring on a foggy afternoon.

Field, North Mains of Findon

A grass field inside a bend on a minor road. The haar is advancing from the North Sea and was soon to bring on a foggy afternoon.

Railway, Findon The Aberdeen to Dundee railway gives some exciting views of the coast on this stretch.

Railway, Findon

The Aberdeen to Dundee railway gives some exciting views of the coast on this stretch.

Barley, Hill of Findon Industrial activity on the other side of the railway.

Barley, Hill of Findon

Industrial activity on the other side of the railway.

Mains of Cairnrobin Derelict farm with a nearby quarry.

Mains of Cairnrobin

Derelict farm with a nearby quarry.

Gravel pit, Finedon Extensive quarry workings beside the railway.

Gravel pit, Finedon

Extensive quarry workings beside the railway.

Railway south of Aberdeen Approaching Portlethen.

Railway south of Aberdeen

Approaching Portlethen.

The haar returns After a couple of hours of sunshine, the sea mist returns to land.

The haar returns

After a couple of hours of sunshine, the sea mist returns to land.

Blackhills of Cairnrobin Minor road north of Portlethen.

Blackhills of Cairnrobin

Minor road north of Portlethen.

New junction at Findon, south of Aberdeen Part, I assume, of the controversial and long-planned Aberdeen bypass.

New junction at Findon, south of Aberdeen

Part, I assume, of the controversial and long-planned Aberdeen bypass.

Mike Pennington

Newpark, Marywell Ruin beside the A90.

Newpark, Marywell

Ruin beside the A90.

Mike Pennington

Hillside, Portlethen

Hillside, Portlethen

Mike Pennington

Quarry at Blackhills, south of Aberdeen, from the air Taken from a plane approaching Aberdeen Airport.

Quarry at Blackhills, south of Aberdeen, from the air

Taken from a plane approaching Aberdeen Airport.

Mike Pennington

View northeast from Blowup Nose Looking towards Hareness

View northeast from Blowup Nose

Looking towards Hareness

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Earnsheugh Bay is located at Grid Ref: NO9498 (Lat: 57.073961, Lng: -2.0949038)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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Earnsheugh Bay

Natural: bay

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