Doo Cove

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Doo Cove

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

Doo Cove is a picturesque coastal area located in Kincardineshire, Scotland. Situated along the North Sea, this small cove offers a tranquil and scenic setting, drawing visitors with its natural beauty and serene atmosphere.

The cove is nestled between towering cliffs, which provide a stunning backdrop to the sparkling blue waters below. The sea at Doo Cove is characterized by its calmness, making it perfect for swimming, snorkeling, or simply enjoying a leisurely stroll along the sandy beach.

Doo Cove is also known for its estuary, where a small creek flows into the sea. This estuary is home to a diverse range of marine life, including fish, crabs, and seabirds. It provides an important habitat for these creatures, making it a popular spot for birdwatching and wildlife enthusiasts.

The surrounding area is rich in natural flora and fauna, with beautiful coastal plants and grasses adorning the cliffs. The cliffs themselves are a haven for seabirds, offering nesting sites for species such as kittiwakes and cormorants.

Access to Doo Cove is relatively easy, with a small car park located nearby for visitors. From there, a short walk leads down to the beach, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the tranquil surroundings.

Overall, Doo Cove is a hidden gem along the Kincardineshire coastline, offering a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and those seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Doo Cove Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.065901/-2.0982637 or Grid Reference NO9497. 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

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

Residential lane in Old Portlethen

Photographer is standing at the edge of the paved lane.

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.

C Michael Hogan

Cows grazing not far from the coastline

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

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

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.

Richard Webb