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Abbey Burn Foot

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Kirkcudbrightshire

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Abbey Burn Foot

Old Target An old target on Kirkcudbright Ranges.
Old Target Credit: Rab McMurdo

Abbey Burn Foot is a coastal area located in the county of Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Situated along the Solway Firth, it encompasses a picturesque combination of sea, estuary, and creek. The area is known for its stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

The sea at Abbey Burn Foot offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Solway Firth, with its ever-changing tides and shimmering waters. It provides a serene and peaceful setting, perfect for leisurely walks along the shore or simply soaking up the tranquil atmosphere.

The estuary in Abbey Burn Foot is a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. Its vast mudflats and salt marshes provide a rich feeding ground for a variety of bird species, including waders, gulls, and terns. During the winter months, migratory birds such as geese and swans can also be spotted here.

The creek at Abbey Burn Foot is an idyllic spot for those seeking a more intimate connection with nature. Surrounded by lush vegetation and bordered by reed beds, it offers a peaceful retreat for wildlife and visitors alike. The creek is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species, including otters, herons, and water voles.

Overall, Abbey Burn Foot in Kirkcudbrightshire is a haven for nature lovers, offering a unique blend of sea, estuary, and creek. Its natural beauty and abundance of wildlife make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a peaceful and immersive experience in the Scottish countryside.

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Abbey Burn Foot Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.778376/-3.9575275 or Grid Reference NX7444. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Target An old target on Kirkcudbright Ranges.
Old Target
An old target on Kirkcudbright Ranges.
Kirkcudbright Ranges An old tank used as a target on the Kirkcudbright Ranges.
Kirkcudbright Ranges
An old tank used as a target on the Kirkcudbright Ranges.
Abbey Head Bouldery beach and headland. The boulders are mostly sandstone but there are a few lumps of granite in there as well.
Abbey Head
Bouldery beach and headland. The boulders are mostly sandstone but there are a few lumps of granite in there as well.
Abbey Head A dyke between the cattle (this bit of the range is still farmed) and the cliffs.
Abbey Head
A dyke between the cattle (this bit of the range is still farmed) and the cliffs.
Burnfoot Beach A helpful notice by the road end, west of Dundrennan tells you if the road through the range to the beach is open. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3564913">NX7447 : Burnfoot Beach sign</a> View towards Abbey Head on the bouldery beach which was used painstakingly to get at the undocumented squares there. At a higher state of the tide: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3564964">NX7444 : Burnfoot Beach</a>
Burnfoot Beach
A helpful notice by the road end, west of Dundrennan tells you if the road through the range to the beach is open. NX7447 : Burnfoot Beach sign View towards Abbey Head on the bouldery beach which was used painstakingly to get at the undocumented squares there. At a higher state of the tide: NX7444 : Burnfoot Beach
Burnfoot Beach Near high water. Comparison: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3564897">NX7444 : Burnfoot Beach</a>
Burnfoot Beach
Near high water. Comparison: NX7444 : Burnfoot Beach
Road, Netherlaw Burn A former public road to Abbey Burnfoot (which no longer exists). Now part of the Kirkcudbright Infantry Training Range. The road is part of a waymarked traverse of the range which is open when the flags are down.
Road, Netherlaw Burn
A former public road to Abbey Burnfoot (which no longer exists). Now part of the Kirkcudbright Infantry Training Range. The road is part of a waymarked traverse of the range which is open when the flags are down.
Controlled Impact Area South of the waymarked route along the Netherlaw Burn, a large expanse of now wild land which appears to be the recipient of a lot of ordnance, hence the sign. Some signs have been covered in sacking, my guess is that they are reflecting light at the gunners. This is one of the few keep out signs that I am happy to photograph from the front.
Controlled Impact Area
South of the waymarked route along the Netherlaw Burn, a large expanse of now wild land which appears to be the recipient of a lot of ordnance, hence the sign. Some signs have been covered in sacking, my guess is that they are reflecting light at the gunners. This is one of the few keep out signs that I am happy to photograph from the front.
Tanks, Kirkcudbright Infantry Training Range On former farmland, now flowery grassland, of Barcheskie.
Tanks, Kirkcudbright Infantry Training Range
On former farmland, now flowery grassland, of Barcheskie.
Range road, Netherlaw Wood A former public road, now part of the Kirkcudbright Infantry Training Range. The waymarked path crossing the range rather conveniently turns left here, giving easy access to a surprising number of (at the time unvisited) gridsquares.
Range road, Netherlaw Wood
A former public road, now part of the Kirkcudbright Infantry Training Range. The waymarked path crossing the range rather conveniently turns left here, giving easy access to a surprising number of (at the time unvisited) gridsquares.
Controlled Impact Area The heart of the Kirkcudbright Range, no longer farmed and a vast area of wild land on the slopes of Wall Hill. The range was not operational today, hence the photos from a road open to public use at such times. Unfortunately Corporal Cleg was on still on manoeuvres.
Controlled Impact Area
The heart of the Kirkcudbright Range, no longer farmed and a vast area of wild land on the slopes of Wall Hill. The range was not operational today, hence the photos from a road open to public use at such times. Unfortunately Corporal Cleg was on still on manoeuvres.
Cattle, Netherlaw A farmed bit of the Dundrennan Ranges.
Cattle, Netherlaw
A farmed bit of the Dundrennan Ranges.
Burnfoot Beach Plant life just above the high water mark.
Burnfoot Beach
Plant life just above the high water mark.
Abbey Burn, Burnfoot Beach Burn crossing the intertidal area.
Abbey Burn, Burnfoot Beach
Burn crossing the intertidal area.
Road, Netherlaw This length of road appears to get little use. No doubt it is closed within the range for much of the time and the military appear not to use it. There was a village here once, before the ranges.
Road, Netherlaw
This length of road appears to get little use. No doubt it is closed within the range for much of the time and the military appear not to use it. There was a village here once, before the ranges.
Netherlaw Burn Wooded burn below the road. Most of the land here is open, either farmed or part of the impact area of the Kirkcudbright Training Range.
Netherlaw Burn
Wooded burn below the road. Most of the land here is open, either farmed or part of the impact area of the Kirkcudbright Training Range.
Barcheskie Barcheskie was a farm before the Kirkcudbright Infantry Training Range was established.
Barcheskie
Barcheskie was a farm before the Kirkcudbright Infantry Training Range was established.
Mown grass, Craigraploch Normal agricultural activity on this side of the road. Behind me is the controlled impact area which has seen no farming for many years.
Mown grass, Craigraploch
Normal agricultural activity on this side of the road. Behind me is the controlled impact area which has seen no farming for many years.
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Abbey Burn Foot is located at Grid Ref: NX7444 (Lat: 54.778376, Lng: -3.9575275)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

What 3 Words

///headstone.pitching.landowner. Near Kirkcudbright, Dumfries & Galloway

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