Little Garron

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Little Garron

Trawlers in Peterhead's South Harbour Peterhead is the UK's premier white and pelagic fish port.
Trawlers in Peterhead's South Harbour Credit: Bob Jones

Little Garron is a small coastal settlement located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Situated alongside the North Sea, it boasts stunning views of the expansive ocean and the rugged coastline. The area is known for its picturesque estuary and creek, which add to the natural beauty of the surroundings.

The estuary of Little Garron is formed by the confluence of the Garron Burn and the North Sea. This estuarine environment is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature lovers and birdwatchers. It provides an important habitat for various species of wading birds, including redshanks, oystercatchers, and curlews.

The creek of Little Garron, also known as Garron Burn, meanders through the settlement and adds to its charm. The creek provides a sheltered spot for small boats and a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing and boating. The peaceful and serene ambiance of the creek offers a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Little Garron is not only famous for its natural attractions but also for its rich history. The area has archaeological remains dating back to the Bronze Age, including ancient burial mounds and standing stones. These historical sites add an air of mystery and intrigue to the area, attracting history enthusiasts and researchers.

In summary, Little Garron in Aberdeenshire is a delightful coastal settlement that offers breathtaking views of the North Sea, an estuary teeming with wildlife, and a tranquil creek for recreational activities. Its natural beauty and historical significance make it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

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Little Garron Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.505382/-1.768224 or Grid Reference NK1346. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Trawlers in Peterhead's South Harbour Peterhead is the UK's premier white and pelagic fish port.
Trawlers in Peterhead's South Harbour
Peterhead is the UK's premier white and pelagic fish port.
Buchanhaven Harbour In 1850 work started on a new pier, to replace an earlier small one to the west. This was to be the first stage in the building of a proper harbour basin for large herring boats. This plan was never completed. Buchanhaven Pier, as it stands today, did allow the fishermen to operate small-line boats. By the mid 1860s there were 27 boats working from the harbour.

The proximity of Peterhead and other larger fishing harbours eventually led to the demise of the harbour and nowadays only a few small boats use it.
Buchanhaven Harbour
In 1850 work started on a new pier, to replace an earlier small one to the west. This was to be the first stage in the building of a proper harbour basin for large herring boats. This plan was never completed. Buchanhaven Pier, as it stands today, did allow the fishermen to operate small-line boats. By the mid 1860s there were 27 boats working from the harbour. The proximity of Peterhead and other larger fishing harbours eventually led to the demise of the harbour and nowadays only a few small boats use it.
Peterhead marina
Peterhead marina
Peterhead Bay Sands and grass by the shore with an industrial offshore skyline due to oil rig work.
<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peterhead" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peterhead">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>
Peterhead Bay
Sands and grass by the shore with an industrial offshore skyline due to oil rig work. LinkExternal link
Peterhead Bay East-facing bay at the Lido, south of the town centre.
Peterhead Bay
East-facing bay at the Lido, south of the town centre.
Caley Building, Peterhead The Caley building, at 26 Harbour Street, after undergoing renovations thanks to the CARS scheme.

The Peterhead CARS project (Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme) identified historical buildings at risk within the Peterhead Conservation Area, and grants were awarded to benefit various buildings such as the one in the photo.

More information can be found here... <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/built_heritage/PeterheadCARSsummaryatcompletion.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/built_heritage/PeterheadCARSsummaryatcompletion.pdf">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>
Caley Building, Peterhead
The Caley building, at 26 Harbour Street, after undergoing renovations thanks to the CARS scheme. The Peterhead CARS project (Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme) identified historical buildings at risk within the Peterhead Conservation Area, and grants were awarded to benefit various buildings such as the one in the photo. More information can be found here... LinkExternal link
Peterhead harbour from the air Aerial photo taken from a plane flying between Aberdeen and Sumburgh.
Peterhead harbour from the air
Aerial photo taken from a plane flying between Aberdeen and Sumburgh.
At The Quayside A quiet Sunday morning in Peterhead.
At The Quayside
A quiet Sunday morning in Peterhead.
The Queenie Brig Replacing an 1850 swing bridge, this bascule bridge dates from 1954.
The Queenie Brig
Replacing an 1850 swing bridge, this bascule bridge dates from 1954.
Peterhead tolbooth
Peterhead tolbooth
Peterhead Lifeboat In dock at a quiet time ready to answer any call.
Peterhead Lifeboat
In dock at a quiet time ready to answer any call.
South Harbour, Peterhead
South Harbour, Peterhead
Ship repair yard, Scott's Pier, Peterhead
Ship repair yard, Scott's Pier, Peterhead
Peterhead lifeboat station
Peterhead lifeboat station
Icehouse, Peterhead South Harbour Peterhead is said to be Europe's most important white-fish port (see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.peterheadport.co.uk/fish_market.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.peterheadport.co.uk/fish_market.htm">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> ) and a ready supply of ice is vital...
Icehouse, Peterhead South Harbour
Peterhead is said to be Europe's most important white-fish port (see: LinkExternal link ) and a ready supply of ice is vital...
Harbour Street, Peterhead According to a plaque beside it, the cannon once protected the harbour from attacks by pirates...
Harbour Street, Peterhead
According to a plaque beside it, the cannon once protected the harbour from attacks by pirates...
Trawler, Peterhead South Harbour The Helenus (formerly the Heatherbelle V) registered to Fraserburgh as FR121.  She fairly bristles with radar and communication equipment.  She can be tracked here: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.marinetraffic.com/ais/details/ships/shipid:185003/mmsi:233353000/imo:0/vessel:HELENUS_FR121" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.marinetraffic.com/ais/details/ships/shipid:185003/mmsi:233353000/imo:0/vessel:HELENUS_FR121">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> .
Trawler, Peterhead South Harbour
The Helenus (formerly the Heatherbelle V) registered to Fraserburgh as FR121. She fairly bristles with radar and communication equipment. She can be tracked here: LinkExternal link .
Derelict warehouse, Harbour Street, Peterhead According to the new Pevsner guide to Aberdeenshire (North) and Moray, this building dates from about 1800 and is an "outstanding example" of the genre...
Derelict warehouse, Harbour Street, Peterhead
According to the new Pevsner guide to Aberdeenshire (North) and Moray, this building dates from about 1800 and is an "outstanding example" of the genre...
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Little Garron is located at Grid Ref: NK1346 (Lat: 57.505382, Lng: -1.768224)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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Keith Inch
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Roan Heads
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South Harbour
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Port Henry Basin
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The Misses Robertson of Kintail
Water Rescue
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Alexandra Basin
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