Auchenreat, Lower

Settlement in Banffshire

Scotland

Auchenreat, Lower

Spey Bay Golf Course On which there was more bird activity than golfers. — Spey Bay Golf Course Credit: Peter Barr

Auchenreat is a small rural village located in the Lower region of Banffshire, Scotland. Situated amidst picturesque landscapes, the village is nestled between rolling hills and a charming river, offering residents and visitors alike a serene and idyllic setting.

The village is home to a close-knit community of approximately 200 residents, who take pride in the preservation of their rich cultural heritage. Auchenreat's history can be traced back centuries, with evidence of ancient settlements and archaeological sites in the surrounding area. The village itself features a mix of traditional stone houses and more modern structures, blending old-world charm with contemporary living.

Amenities in Auchenreat include a small local shop that caters to the everyday needs of the community. The village also boasts a quaint village hall, which serves as a central hub for social gatherings, events, and community activities. Additionally, a primary school is conveniently located within a short distance, providing education for the young residents of Auchenreat.

Nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers will find plenty to explore in the surrounding area. Auchenreat is surrounded by scenic walking trails, offering stunning views of the lush green countryside and the river that meanders through the village. The nearby hills provide opportunities for hiking and birdwatching, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in nature.

Overall, Auchenreat is a charming and tranquil village, offering a close-knit community, beautiful natural surroundings, and a rich cultural heritage.

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Auchenreat, Lower Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.652482/-3.0572725 or Grid Reference NJ3763. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Spey Bay Golf Course

On which there was more bird activity than golfers.

Peter Barr

Tannachy Sands

Beach to the west of Portgordon, Moray Firth.

Peter Barr

Shingle beach between Portgordon and Spey Bay

Lots of drift wood and dead tree roots on this coast.

Peter Barr

Grassland, Tannachy

A silage crop has earlier been taken from this field.

Richard Webb

Barley, Auchenreath

Ripening barley on sandy soils near the mouth of the Spey.

Richard Webb

Dallachy Airfield

The site of RAF Dallachy is now farmed along with a waste disposal site on the hard standing of one of the runways.

Richard Webb

Recycling centre, Dallachy

The tip is situated in a gravel pit on the perimeter of the old airfield.

Richard Webb

A memorial to the fallen of Dallochy airfield

Dallachy field served as a launching point for counter shipping measures in the North sea during World War 2.NJ3562 : Lessons from the past?

Des Colhoun

Lessons from the past?

The plaque is found on the memorial in Bogmoor. NJ3562 : A memorial to the fallen of Dallochy airfield

Des Colhoun

Old Red Sandstone

This cliff face is of Old Red Sandstone, laid down some 350 million years ago at the margin of Lake Orcadie, which occupied an area roughly similar to that of the Moray Firth. Outcrops along the Burn of Tynet have yielded many fossils of Devonian fish, and has consequently been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The fish-bearing strata are not in this particular cliff, which is lower down the succession.

Anne Burgess

Burn of Tynet

The burn of Tynet flows in a deep shady wooded glen which it has cut for itself through the relatively soft Old Red Sandstone. You can see that the sandstone dips gently away from the photographer location. Some beds in this sandstone, not visible here, have yielded numerous fossils of Devonian fish.

Anne Burgess

Tynet Burn

The burn meanders along the base of the low cliff. It is very overgrown with vegetation and very shady. This alder tree has grown out across the water towards the light rather than up into the shade. Notice how clear the peat-stained water is.

Anne Burgess

Course of the Pottie Burn

The Pottie Burn marks the curving boundary of the fields here, though the burn itself is hidden among the vegetation. In the background is the village of Nether Dallachy, in a neighbouring grid square.

Anne Burgess

Dallachy RAF Memorial

The memorial commemorates the aircrew who trained and served at RAF Dallachy during the Second World War. Construction began in 1942, and at first the airfield was used to train aircrew on multi-engined aircraft. From September 1944 Dallachy was the base for Beaufighter squadrons engaged in attacking enemy shipping in the North Sea and on the west coast of Norway. [NJ3563 : RAF Dallachy Strike Wing is the main panel on the monument and NJ3563 : RAF 14 (Pilot) Advanced Flying Unit is on the plinth to the left of the main panel. The other plinth carries an information board giving a brief history of RAF Dallachy.

Anne Burgess