Bore Craig

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Banffshire

Scotland

Bore Craig

Rock outcrop This outcrop is partly in Cullen Links and partly on the Cullen Sands.
Rock outcrop Credit: don cload

Bore Craig is a prominent coastal feature located in Banffshire, a historic county in northeastern Scotland. It is a headland that extends out into the North Sea, forming a point along the rugged coastline. With its unique geographical characteristics, Bore Craig stands as a notable landmark in the region.

The headland is characterized by its sheer cliffs, which rise dramatically from the sea, providing stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area. The cliffs are composed of layers of sedimentary rock, showcasing the geological history of the region. Due to its exposed location, Bore Craig is often subject to the battering forces of the ocean, making it an awe-inspiring sight during stormy weather.

The headland is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The cliff faces provide nesting grounds for seabirds, including puffins, razorbills, and guillemots. Visitors to Bore Craig can witness these magnificent birds in their natural habitat, soaring above the crashing waves. The surrounding waters are also rich in marine life, making it a popular spot for fishing and diving enthusiasts.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Bore Craig offers various opportunities. Hiking trails wind along the cliffs, providing breathtaking vistas and opportunities for exploration. The headland is also a favorite spot for rock climbers, with its rugged cliffs offering challenging routes.

Overall, Bore Craig in Banffshire is a picturesque and captivating coastal feature. Its dramatic cliffs, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

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Bore Craig Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.696494/-2.8437468 or Grid Reference NJ4967. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rock outcrop This outcrop is partly in Cullen Links and partly on the Cullen Sands.
Rock outcrop
This outcrop is partly in Cullen Links and partly on the Cullen Sands.
Bow Fiddle Rock Famous rock feature at Portknockie.
Bow Fiddle Rock
Famous rock feature at Portknockie.
Portknockie Harbour
Portknockie Harbour
Bow Fiddle Rock
Bow Fiddle Rock
Reddish rock outcrop in Cullen Bay
Reddish rock outcrop in Cullen Bay
Coast at Portknockie Triangular rock in the middle is Shitten Craig. The cat sitting on the fence in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2620784">NJ4968 : Wee cat on fence</a> has cleared off.
Coast at Portknockie
Triangular rock in the middle is Shitten Craig. The cat sitting on the fence in NJ4968 : Wee cat on fence has cleared off.
Wee cat on fence By a chapel on the coast at Portknockie.
Wee cat on fence
By a chapel on the coast at Portknockie.
Cormorants and gulls on Shitten Craig Rocky coastline at Portknockie, Moray Firth.
Cormorants and gulls on Shitten Craig
Rocky coastline at Portknockie, Moray Firth.
Fishing boat leaving Portknockie harbour A few boats out at sea; the hills of Cromarty in the distance.
Fishing boat leaving Portknockie harbour
A few boats out at sea; the hills of Cromarty in the distance.
Youth Centre, Portknockie
Youth Centre, Portknockie
New house, Church Street, Portknockie
New house, Church Street, Portknockie
Moray Coast Railway A cutting behind Cullen Links. The trackbed is now a path.
Moray Coast Railway
A cutting behind Cullen Links. The trackbed is now a path.
Moray Coast Railway The start of a section of trackbed which has been turned into a path to Cullen.
Moray Coast Railway
The start of a section of trackbed which has been turned into a path to Cullen.
Portknockie Harbour Fishing off the harbour wall at Portknockie.
Portknockie Harbour
Fishing off the harbour wall at Portknockie.
Bow Fiddle Rock Bow Fiddle Rock is a classic example of a sea stack with a dramatic natural arch. It is named after its unusual shape which is supposed to resemble a violin bow, and it is the most visited tourist attraction in the village of Portknockie.
Bow Fiddle Rock
Bow Fiddle Rock is a classic example of a sea stack with a dramatic natural arch. It is named after its unusual shape which is supposed to resemble a violin bow, and it is the most visited tourist attraction in the village of Portknockie.
Triangulation Pillar S7179 at Portknockie
Triangulation Pillar S7179 at Portknockie
Ordnance Survey  Flush Bracket G4051 This can be found on a boundary wall at Cullen Bay Hotel.
For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm16939" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm16939">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 G4051
This can be found on a boundary wall at Cullen Bay Hotel. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Cullen Golf Club A links course tucked in between sea and the former Moray Coast Railway. There has been some slippage of the steep slope beneath the railway trackbed here.
Cullen Golf Club
A links course tucked in between sea and the former Moray Coast Railway. There has been some slippage of the steep slope beneath the railway trackbed here.
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Bore Craig is located at Grid Ref: NJ4967 (Lat: 57.696494, Lng: -2.8437468)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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