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Bowen Craigs

Beach in Ayrshire

Scotland

Bowen Craigs

St. Mary, Star Of The Sea On the front, Largs
St. Mary, Star Of The Sea Credit: wfmillar

Bowen Craigs, located in Ayrshire, Scotland, is a beautiful beach that stretches along the Ayrshire coast. It is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, offering stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere.

The beach is known for its golden sand and crystal-clear waters, making it an ideal spot for sunbathing, picnicking, and leisurely walks. Bowen Craigs is surrounded by rugged cliffs and rock formations, adding to its natural charm.

The beach is easily accessible, with a car park nearby and a well-maintained path leading to the shore. It is also wheelchair accessible, allowing everyone to enjoy its beauty.

Bowen Craigs is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to a variety of bird species, including gulls, cormorants, and oystercatchers. Seals can sometimes be spotted lounging on the rocks, adding to the area's natural biodiversity.

The beach is relatively quiet and peaceful, making it a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. It is perfect for those seeking tranquility and relaxation.

Visitors can explore the nearby coastal trails, which offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and sea. There are also several picnic areas and benches scattered along the beach, providing a perfect spot to enjoy a packed lunch while taking in the scenery.

Overall, Bowen Craigs in Ayrshire is a hidden gem on Scotland's coast, offering a serene and picturesque setting for beachgoers and nature enthusiasts to enjoy.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.781565/-4.8611759 or Grid Reference NS2057. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St. Mary, Star Of The Sea On the front, Largs
St. Mary, Star Of The Sea
On the front, Largs
Refurbished Building, Largs I think this handsome building used to belong to the Council. Now looks like it will be private residences.
Refurbished Building, Largs
I think this handsome building used to belong to the Council. Now looks like it will be private residences.
St. Mary, Star Of The Sea On the front, Largs.
St. Mary, Star Of The Sea
On the front, Largs.
Palm Trees, Largs Front The A78 on the right. Firth of Clyde on the left.
Palm Trees, Largs Front
The A78 on the right. Firth of Clyde on the left.
View towards the Memorial of the Battle of Largs 1263 The Largs Pencil commemorates the Battle of Largs in 1263, between the Scots King Alexander the third and the Viking King Håkon Håkonsson. For more details see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Largs" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Largs">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> In the distance further North is the town of Largs
View towards the Memorial of the Battle of Largs 1263
The Largs Pencil commemorates the Battle of Largs in 1263, between the Scots King Alexander the third and the Viking King Håkon Håkonsson. For more details see: LinkExternal link In the distance further North is the town of Largs
Coastal view towards Hunterston Terminal near Fairlie In the distance is the terminal where bulk carriers can unload their cargoes, it was originally built for Iron Ore, but is now mainly used for Coal. For more details see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hunterston_Terminal" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hunterston_Terminal">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> To the far left is Largs Yacht haven, the breakwaters can be seen that protect the marina, a yacht is just about to enter the marina. For more details see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.yachthavens.com/largs" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.yachthavens.com/largs">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>
Coastal view towards Hunterston Terminal near Fairlie
In the distance is the terminal where bulk carriers can unload their cargoes, it was originally built for Iron Ore, but is now mainly used for Coal. For more details see: LinkExternal link To the far left is Largs Yacht haven, the breakwaters can be seen that protect the marina, a yacht is just about to enter the marina. For more details see: LinkExternal link
View looking North towards Largs on the Clyde Coast Largs is a holiday resort on the shores of the Firth of Clyde, a short trip from Glasgow. It became a fashionable resort in the 19th Century, for more details see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Largs" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Largs">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>
View looking North towards Largs on the Clyde Coast
Largs is a holiday resort on the shores of the Firth of Clyde, a short trip from Glasgow. It became a fashionable resort in the 19th Century, for more details see: LinkExternal link
View towards Largs Yacht Haven The Yacht Haven (Marina) is to the left of the picture. In the foreground the local Red Sandstone can be seen, from which many of the local Largs buildings have been built, including the Church. For more details about the local Geology see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.dailymail.co.uk/.../Kelburn-Castle-How-landslide-provided-geologists-unique-look-ancient-landscape.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/.../Kelburn-Castle-How-landslide-provided-geologists-unique-look-ancient-landscape.html">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>
View towards Largs Yacht Haven
The Yacht Haven (Marina) is to the left of the picture. In the foreground the local Red Sandstone can be seen, from which many of the local Largs buildings have been built, including the Church. For more details about the local Geology see: LinkExternal link
View North west from Haylie Brae In the distance can be seen Cowal Peninsula
View North west from Haylie Brae
In the distance can be seen Cowal Peninsula
Gorse Heathland from Haylie Brae viewpoint Largs can be seen in the distance
Gorse Heathland from Haylie Brae viewpoint
Largs can be seen in the distance
Track leading to A760 at Haylie Brae A760 road can be seen a bottom of hill
Track leading to A760 at Haylie Brae
A760 road can be seen a bottom of hill
Haylie Reservoir seen from Haylie Brae
Haylie Reservoir seen from Haylie Brae
Haylie Brae view towards Great Cumbrae
Haylie Brae view towards Great Cumbrae
Exit track from car park at Haylie Brae
Exit track from car park at Haylie Brae
Cumbrae Ferry, Largs The half-hourly ferry arrives in Largs on its short trip from Cumbrae Slip.
Cumbrae Ferry, Largs
The half-hourly ferry arrives in Largs on its short trip from Cumbrae Slip.
Largs Station A Scotrail train for Glasgow awaits departure from the end of the branch from Kilwinning.
Largs Station
A Scotrail train for Glasgow awaits departure from the end of the branch from Kilwinning.
The Broomfields This grassy area backed by Broomfield Place, known as the Broomfields, is the perfect place to sit and gaze out onto the Firth of Clyde.
The Broomfields
This grassy area backed by Broomfield Place, known as the Broomfields, is the perfect place to sit and gaze out onto the Firth of Clyde.
Loading the Cumbrae Ferry at Largs An articulated truck - actually a mobile cinema - gingerly makes its way on to the vessel for the short trip across to Cumbrae Slip.
Loading the Cumbrae Ferry at Largs
An articulated truck - actually a mobile cinema - gingerly makes its way on to the vessel for the short trip across to Cumbrae Slip.
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Bowen Craigs is located at Grid Ref: NS2057 (Lat: 55.781565, Lng: -4.8611759)

Unitary Authority: North Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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