Mason's Walk

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Mason's Walk

Churchill Tank The remains of a Churchill tank, that&#039;s been used as a target on the Kirkcudbright Ranges for years. — Churchill Tank Credit: Rab McMurdo

Mason's Walk is a prominent coastal feature located in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Situated on the southwestern coast of the region, it is a picturesque headland jutting out into the Irish Sea. Known for its rugged beauty and stunning views, Mason's Walk is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The headland is characterized by its rocky cliffs and steep slopes, which provide a dramatic backdrop against the crashing waves of the sea. The coastal path that winds along the edge of the headland offers breathtaking vistas of the surrounding coastline and the distant hills. It is a perfect spot for hikers and walkers to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area.

Mason's Walk is also home to a diverse range of wildlife. Seabirds, such as gulls and puffins, can be spotted nesting along the cliffs, while seals and dolphins are often seen frolicking in the waters below. The headland is a designated nature reserve, and its unique ecosystem supports a variety of plant species, including heather and wildflowers.

For history enthusiasts, Mason's Walk holds a special significance. It is believed to have been named after a local fisherman, Mason, who used to walk along the headland in search of fish. The area also boasts several ancient ruins, including a medieval tower house, adding to its historical charm.

Overall, Mason's Walk in Kirkcudbrightshire is a captivating coastal feature that combines stunning natural landscapes, abundant wildlife, and a rich historical heritage. It is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a serene and awe-inspiring experience along Scotland's southwestern coast.

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Mason's Walk Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.772649/-3.9637187 or Grid Reference NX7343. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Churchill Tank

The remains of a Churchill tank, that's been used as a target on the Kirkcudbright Ranges for years.

Rab McMurdo

Sherman Tank

An old Sherman tank, used for target practice on Kirkcudbright Ranges.

Rab McMurdo

Old Target

An old target on Kirkcudbright Ranges.

Rab McMurdo

Kirkcudbright Ranges

An old tank used as a target on the Kirkcudbright Ranges.

Rab McMurdo

Abbey Head

Bouldery beach and headland. The boulders are mostly sandstone but there are a few lumps of granite in there as well.

Richard Webb

Abbey Head

A dyke between the cattle (this bit of the range is still farmed) and the cliffs.

Richard Webb

Burnfoot Beach

A helpful notice by the road end, west of Dundrennan tells you if the road through the range to the beach is open. NX7447 : Burnfoot Beach sign View towards Abbey Head on the bouldery beach which was used painstakingly to get at the undocumented squares there. At a higher state of the tide: NX7444 : Burnfoot Beach

Richard Webb

Burnfoot Beach

Near high water. Comparison: NX7444 : Burnfoot Beach

Richard Webb

Road, Netherlaw Burn

A former public road to Abbey Burnfoot (which no longer exists). Now part of the Kirkcudbright Infantry Training Range. The road is part of a waymarked traverse of the range which is open when the flags are down.

Richard Webb

Controlled Impact Area

South of the waymarked route along the Netherlaw Burn, a large expanse of now wild land which appears to be the recipient of a lot of ordnance, hence the sign. Some signs have been covered in sacking, my guess is that they are reflecting light at the gunners. This is one of the few keep out signs that I am happy to photograph from the front.

Richard Webb

Tanks, Kirkcudbright Infantry Training Range

On former farmland, now flowery grassland, of Barcheskie.

Richard Webb

Range road, Netherlaw Wood

A former public road, now part of the Kirkcudbright Infantry Training Range. The waymarked path crossing the range rather conveniently turns left here, giving easy access to a surprising number of (at the time unvisited) gridsquares.

Richard Webb

Controlled Impact Area

The heart of the Kirkcudbright Range, no longer farmed and a vast area of wild land on the slopes of Wall Hill. The range was not operational today, hence the photos from a road open to public use at such times. Unfortunately Corporal Cleg was on still on manoeuvres.

Richard Webb

Road near Craigraploch

The road runs beside the Controlled Impact Area of the Kirkcudbright Infantry Training Area. It is a waymarked route across the range when the flags are down.

Richard Webb

Kirkcudbright Infantry Training Range

The southernmost part of the waymarked route across the range, above Mullock Bay. The view is westward towards Big Raeberry. The land is still grazed, but has the appearance of ground from which farm animals were once excluded as is the case in the current Controlled Impact Area. There were numerous targets erected here and I suspect that the red flags were back up very soon after this visit.

Richard Webb

Kirkcudbright Infantry Training Range

Scrub on what was, and what appears to be again farmland on the training range. A real savannah appearance to this place with the dry summer. No wildebeest here, just sheep and clegs.

Richard Webb