Rumblekirn

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Rumblekirn

Mull of Ross from Brighouse Bay Rockvale farm near the shore — Mull of Ross from Brighouse Bay Credit: Kirsty Smith

Rumblekirn is a prominent headland located in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. It is situated on the coast near the town of Kirkcudbright and overlooks the Irish Sea. The headland is characterized by steep cliffs that rise up from the sea, offering stunning views of the surrounding coastline.

Rumblekirn is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts, with many visitors coming to enjoy hiking along the rugged cliffs and exploring the rocky shoreline. The headland is also known for its diverse wildlife, with seabirds such as gannets and puffins often seen nesting in the cliffs.

In addition to its natural beauty, Rumblekirn has historical significance as well. The headland is home to the remains of an ancient fort, which is thought to have been constructed during the Iron Age. This fort provides a glimpse into the area's rich history and offers visitors a chance to learn more about the people who once inhabited the region.

Overall, Rumblekirn is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and a glimpse into Scotland's ancient past.

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Rumblekirn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.777022/-4.1449109 or Grid Reference NX6244. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mull of Ross from Brighouse Bay Rockvale farm near the shore

Mull of Ross from Brighouse Bay

Rockvale farm near the shore

Brighouse Bay looking SSE

Brighouse Bay looking SSE

House forsaken Eighteenth century folk had the energy and the resources to build fine homes like this even in remote places. With a gaudy caravan park less than a mile away, the real essence of rural life stands as a monument to our collective indifference to the efforts of our ancestors.

House forsaken

Eighteenth century folk had the energy and the resources to build fine homes like this even in remote places. With a gaudy caravan park less than a mile away, the real essence of rural life stands as a monument to our collective indifference to the efforts of our ancestors.

The big hoose at Borness, Galloway The daffodils are more advanced here than where I live much farther south than this.

The big hoose at Borness, Galloway

The daffodils are more advanced here than where I live much farther south than this.

Borness Point, Galloway The beautifully green rolling hills of Galloway give way to a very jagged coastline. It&#039;s like a beautiful woman with some rough edges and sharp nails

Borness Point, Galloway

The beautifully green rolling hills of Galloway give way to a very jagged coastline. It's like a beautiful woman with some rough edges and sharp nails

Galloway Coast Taken at Borness. The Galloway coastline can look menacing and runs counter to its undulating emerald greenery just behind.

Galloway Coast

Taken at Borness. The Galloway coastline can look menacing and runs counter to its undulating emerald greenery just behind.

Borness Point, Galloway It&#039;s a very exciting coastline

Borness Point, Galloway

It's a very exciting coastline

Brighouse Bay A beautiful south facing sandy bay with clear views to the Isle of Man on most days

Brighouse Bay

A beautiful south facing sandy bay with clear views to the Isle of Man on most days

Lichen-covered rocks, Brighouse bay

Lichen-covered rocks, Brighouse bay

Brighouse Bay

Brighouse Bay

Muncraig Hill View View across grazing fields towards Whitehill from the Chapelton Row-Muncraig lane on southern slopes of Muncraig Hill.

Muncraig Hill View

View across grazing fields towards Whitehill from the Chapelton Row-Muncraig lane on southern slopes of Muncraig Hill.

Meteor Landing STREWTH ! - just stopped in time!

Meteor Landing

STREWTH ! - just stopped in time!

Cairn at Borness Bar Also showing the footpath down to Borness Batteries

Cairn at Borness Bar

Also showing the footpath down to Borness Batteries

Clive Nicholson

Cairn on Mull of Ross Just big enough to be a cairn but a good spot nonetheless to view the Isle of Man on a clear day.

Cairn on Mull of Ross

Just big enough to be a cairn but a good spot nonetheless to view the Isle of Man on a clear day.

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Cairn at Borness Bar

Cairn at Borness Bar

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Harrison's Bay from Borness Point

Harrison's Bay from Borness Point

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Brighouse Bay near Dunrod Point

Brighouse Bay near Dunrod Point

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Brighouse Bay at low tide

Brighouse Bay at low tide

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Rumblekirn is located at Grid Ref: NX6244 (Lat: 54.777022, Lng: -4.1449109)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

What 3 Words

///clearly.riverbank.hormones. Near Kirkcudbright, Dumfries & Galloway

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Dunrod Point Hare Glen Point of Green Rumblekirn Halftide Rock

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