Burnfoot

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Wigtownshire

Scotland

Burnfoot

Dinnans With its own Port Allen.
Let sleeping bulls lie! — Dinnans Credit: Russel Wills

Burnfoot is a picturesque coastal feature located in Wigtownshire, Scotland. Situated on the southwestern coast of the country, it is a prominent headland that juts out into the North Channel of the Irish Sea. This point is known for its stunning views of the sea and surrounding landscape.

The headland of Burnfoot is characterized by its rugged cliffs and rocky shores, which provide a dramatic backdrop against the crashing waves. The area is known for its rich biodiversity, with a variety of seabirds, marine life, and plant species thriving in this unique coastal environment.

The rocky terrain of Burnfoot is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, who come to explore its numerous walking trails and take in the breathtaking vistas. The headland is also home to a small sandy beach, providing a tranquil spot for visitors to relax and enjoy the beauty of the area.

Historically, Burnfoot has been a vital navigational landmark for ships sailing along the North Channel. Its prominent position has made it a point of reference for sailors and a strategic location for the establishment of lighthouses. The most notable of these is the Mull of Galloway Lighthouse, located just a short distance from Burnfoot. This iconic lighthouse has been guiding ships safely along the coast since its construction in 1830.

In summary, Burnfoot is a captivating headland in Wigtownshire, Scotland. With its rugged cliffs, stunning views, and historical significance, it offers a unique coastal experience for visitors seeking natural beauty and tranquility.

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Burnfoot Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.753288/-4.3585414 or Grid Reference NX4842. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dinnans With its own Port Allen.
Let sleeping bulls lie!

Dinnans

With its own Port Allen. Let sleeping bulls lie!

Cruggleton Old Church Cruggleton Church, still surrounded by a burial ground, was erected in the second quarter of the 12th. century. It had long been ruinous, when c.1890 it was restored by the Marquess of Bute. Sufficient details and fragments remained for an accurate restoration.

Cruggleton Old Church

Cruggleton Church, still surrounded by a burial ground, was erected in the second quarter of the 12th. century. It had long been ruinous, when c.1890 it was restored by the Marquess of Bute. Sufficient details and fragments remained for an accurate restoration.

Impressive wall enclosing the woodland Beside the road to Garlieston.

Impressive wall enclosing the woodland

Beside the road to Garlieston.

Cruggleton Old Church Viewed from the B7063.

Cruggleton Old Church

Viewed from the B7063.

Name Sign, Cruggleton Old Church Covered in Ivy next to the B7063.

Name Sign, Cruggleton Old Church

Covered in Ivy next to the B7063.

Cruggleton Old Church Zoomed in from the B7063.

Cruggleton Old Church

Zoomed in from the B7063.

Galloway Estate Wall The wall and woodland strip surrounding Galloway House.

Galloway Estate Wall

The wall and woodland strip surrounding Galloway House.

Fields, Cruggleton

Fields, Cruggleton

B7063 passing Cruggleton

B7063 passing Cruggleton

On Gallow Hill View over Wigtown Bay. As well as the arable land here, there are grazed fields with lots of rock outcrops.

On Gallow Hill

View over Wigtown Bay. As well as the arable land here, there are grazed fields with lots of rock outcrops.

Summit area, Gallow Hill A hill with rock outcrops, a contrast to the drumlins that are common here.

Summit area, Gallow Hill

A hill with rock outcrops, a contrast to the drumlins that are common here.

West side of Gallow Hill

West side of Gallow Hill

Cruggleton Church A small wood in a field of barley conceals an medieval chapel, restored in the 1890s.

Cruggleton Church

A small wood in a field of barley conceals an medieval chapel, restored in the 1890s.

Cruggleton Church A small wood in a field of barley conceals an medieval chapel, restored in the 1890s.

Cruggleton Church

A small wood in a field of barley conceals an medieval chapel, restored in the 1890s.

Farmland, Cruggleton Opposite side of the road to the church.

Farmland, Cruggleton

Opposite side of the road to the church.

Near Palmallet A track heading for the sea.

Near Palmallet

A track heading for the sea.

Machars arable Field near Palmallet.

Machars arable

Field near Palmallet.

Cruggleton Old Church Viewed from the B7063.

Cruggleton Old Church

Viewed from the B7063.

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Burnfoot is located at Grid Ref: NX4842 (Lat: 54.753288, Lng: -4.3585414)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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Cruggleton Castle (ruined)

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Castle Type: tower

Historic: ruins

Ruins: castle

Lat/Long: 54.7574224/-4.3569958

Generator Method: wind_turbine

Generator Source: wind

Power: generator

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Generator Method: wind_turbine

Generator Source: wind

Power: generator

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