Lochside

Settlement in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Lochside

Minor road at Nether Woodston Looking north-westward.
Minor road at Nether Woodston Credit: Peter Wood

Lochside is a picturesque village located in the county of Kincardineshire, Scotland. Situated on the eastern coast, it lies approximately 15 miles south of Aberdeen. The village is named after its close proximity to the stunning Loch of Skene, which serves as a prominent feature of the area.

One of the defining characteristics of Lochside is its tranquil and idyllic setting. Surrounded by rolling hills and lush green landscapes, the village offers a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The Loch of Skene itself is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers, offering a variety of wildlife and beautiful scenic views.

The village of Lochside is a close-knit community, with a small population that primarily relies on agriculture and tourism for their livelihood. The village has a primary school, providing education for the local children, and a few small businesses catering to the needs of the residents and visitors alike.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Lochside offers an abundance of opportunities. The surrounding countryside provides ample space for walking, cycling, and fishing. In addition, there are several hiking trails and nature reserves in the area, allowing visitors to explore the diverse flora and fauna of Kincardineshire.

Overall, Lochside in Kincardineshire is a charming and peaceful village, offering a tranquil escape and plenty of natural beauty for residents and visitors to enjoy.

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Lochside Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.773532/-2.430419 or Grid Reference NO7364. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Minor road at Nether Woodston Looking north-westward.
Minor road at Nether Woodston
Looking north-westward.
Beach Road, St Cyrus Looking north-westward.
Beach Road, St Cyrus
Looking north-westward.
Beach Road, St Cyrus Looking north-westward towards the 'under repair' St Cyrus Church.
Beach Road, St Cyrus
Looking north-westward towards the 'under repair' St Cyrus Church.
Minor road at Greenburn Looking south-westward.
Minor road at Greenburn
Looking south-westward.
Minor road near to Scotston of Kirkside Looking north-eastward.
Minor road near to Scotston of Kirkside
Looking north-eastward.
Hedge and wall-lined minor road at Kirkside Looking north-westward.
Hedge and wall-lined minor road at Kirkside
Looking north-westward.
Minor road approaching St Cyrus Visitor Centre and Car Park Looking north-eastward.
Minor road approaching St Cyrus Visitor Centre and Car Park
Looking north-eastward.
Minor road at Nether Warburton Looking south-westward.
Minor road at Nether Warburton
Looking south-westward.
Minor road at Mains of Woodstone Looking south-eastward.
Minor road at Mains of Woodstone
Looking south-eastward.
Minor road near to South Snadon Looking south-westward from the entrance to North Snadon.
Minor road near to South Snadon
Looking south-westward from the entrance to North Snadon.
Tree and hedge-lined minor road near to Ecclesgreig Looking north-eastward.
Tree and hedge-lined minor road near to Ecclesgreig
Looking north-eastward.
Minor road in need of repair near to Ecclesgreig Looking north-eastward.
Minor road in need of repair near to Ecclesgreig
Looking north-eastward.
St Cyrus sands The view from the clifftop at Kirkton, looking down to the beach and across to the headland of Milton Ness.
St Cyrus sands
The view from the clifftop at Kirkton, looking down to the beach and across to the headland of Milton Ness.
Montrose Bay Looking down to the Sands of St Cyrus from the clifftop at Kirkton. The long sand fringed bay extending all the way to Montrose.
Montrose Bay
Looking down to the Sands of St Cyrus from the clifftop at Kirkton. The long sand fringed bay extending all the way to Montrose.
St Cyrus parish church Late 18th century church at the eastern end of St Cyrus village in the area known as Kirkton.
St Cyrus parish church
Late 18th century church at the eastern end of St Cyrus village in the area known as Kirkton.
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket S7206 This bracket can be found on the wall of a private house - formerly Church Hall - in St Cyrus.
The recorded details give a height of 74.304 metres above sea level.
For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm1239" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm1239">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>
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket S7206
This bracket can be found on the wall of a private house - formerly Church Hall - in St Cyrus. The recorded details give a height of 74.304 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
New carpark at St Cyrus National Nature Reserve Some very nice dry-stane dyking has been done here.
New carpark at St Cyrus National Nature Reserve
Some very nice dry-stane dyking has been done here.
Driftwood pyramids at St Cyrus beach Note the spray at near high tide on a day with a brisk wind.
Driftwood pyramids at St Cyrus beach
Note the spray at near high tide on a day with a brisk wind.
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Lochside is located at Grid Ref: NO7364 (Lat: 56.773532, Lng: -2.430419)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.773532,-2.430419
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Bus Stop
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Tactile Paving: no
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Bus Stop
Lochside Road
Bench: yes
Bin: no
Bus: yes
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Naptan CommonName: Lochside Road
Naptan Indicator: at
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Naptan Verified: no
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Shelter: yes
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