Bankie's Loup

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Bankie's Loup

Caves at Aberdour beach From the top of the cliff looking down towards the beach and caves — Caves at Aberdour beach Credit: Ralph Greig

Bankie's Loup is a prominent coastal feature located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Positioned on the eastern coast of the country, it is specifically situated in the region of Gamrie, near the small village of Gardenstown. This headland, also known as a point, offers breathtaking natural beauty and is a popular tourist destination.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 100 feet, Bankie's Loup offers stunning panoramic views of the North Sea. The headland is characterized by its steep cliffs, which provide a dramatic backdrop to the crashing waves below. The rugged coastline is composed primarily of sedimentary rocks, creating a visually striking contrast against the deep blue waters.

One of the most notable features of Bankie's Loup is its sea arch. Carved out by years of erosion, this natural archway spans approximately 50 feet, adding to the allure of the location. Visitors can witness the power of the sea as waves crash through the arch, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.

The headland is also home to a variety of fauna and flora, making it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts. Seabirds such as gannets, puffins, and kittiwakes can be observed nesting on the cliffs, while grey seals can often be spotted basking on nearby rocks.

Access to Bankie's Loup is relatively easy, with a well-maintained footpath leading visitors to the headland. However, caution is advised due to the steep cliffs and potential for strong winds. Overall, Bankie's Loup is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the raw beauty of Scotland's eastern coastline and offers a memorable experience for those who visit.

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Bankie's Loup Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.674676/-2.1977027 or Grid Reference NJ8864. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Caves at Aberdour beach

From the top of the cliff looking down towards the beach and caves

Ralph Greig

Beach Rainbow

Ralph Greig

Farm buildings at Egypt. Where??

I wonder how the name was derived.

Des Colhoun

Dundarg Castle House

A Category B Listed castellated house built by Air Vice Marshall Carnegie in 1937-8 mostly from the Aberdour Free Church. The house is sited within a Scheduled Ancient Monument. Constructed on the site of a prehistoric promontory fort, Dundarg was a late 13th/early 14th century Castle first mentioned in 1334 when it was besieged by and fell to the Warden of Scotland, Sir Andrew de Moray in December that year. The castle was then abandoned although there is some evidence it was briefly re-fortified, perhaps in the period 1550-60.

Jo and Steve Turner

B9031 near Towie

Steven Brown

Black Dog

The rocks on the shore here are sandstones, and they are dipping at about 30º to the west.

Anne Burgess

Natural Arch at Pitjossie

This is one of two natural arches, quite close together. It was not easy to get through both of them, and I could not have got any further without getting very wet. I don't mind that for me, but I don't like getting the camera wet! For the reciprocal view see NJ8765 : Natural Arch.

Anne Burgess

Natural Arch

This is the reciprocal view of NJ8765 : Natural Arch at Pitjossie.

Anne Burgess

Natural Arches

Looking through both natural arches from Ceard's Cove to Pitjossie.

Anne Burgess

Ceard's Cove

The rocks here are metamorphic, and they are overlain by sandstone just a few tens of metres beyond here.

Anne Burgess

Metamorphic Rocks

This is one of the easternmost of the metamorphic rock outcrops on this coast.

Anne Burgess

Sandstone Strata

These rocks are dipping at about 30º to the north, which is curious because just a short distance away the rocks dip to the west. Another visit, with more time and less tide, is called for!

Anne Burgess

St Drostan's Kirk and Beach House

The ruins are those of St Drostan's Kirk, dating from the early 16th century. Beach House is the former manse. It was built by Alexander Laing with William Robertson in Regency style, with a semicircular stair at the rear.

Anne Burgess