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Maw Carr

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Berwickshire

Scotland

Maw Carr

Small pond with derelict building near Brander Heugh The small derelict building is the remains of a WW2 marker shelter for an aircraft firing range - more detail here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1762799" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1762799">Link</a>
Small pond with derelict building near Brander Heugh Credit: Rob Wallace

Maw Carr is a prominent headland located in Berwickshire, Scotland. Situated on the east coast of the country, this coastal feature is renowned for its stunning cliffs and rocky shoreline. It is positioned at the mouth of the River Tweed, where it meets the North Sea.

The headland itself is characterized by its steep, rugged cliffs that rise dramatically from the water. These cliffs are composed primarily of sedimentary rocks, such as sandstone and shale, which have been eroded over time by the relentless power of the sea. As a result, Maw Carr offers breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline and the vast expanse of the North Sea.

In addition to its geological significance, Maw Carr also boasts a rich ecological diversity. The headland is home to a variety of marine life, including seabirds, seals, and dolphins. The surrounding waters are teeming with fish, making it a popular spot for anglers and birdwatchers alike.

From a historical perspective, Maw Carr has played a significant role in the maritime heritage of the region. The headland has witnessed numerous shipwrecks over the centuries, and remnants of these vessels can still be seen at low tide. These relics serve as a reminder of the treacherous nature of the coast and the dangers faced by sailors in years gone by.

Overall, Maw Carr is a captivating coastal feature that combines natural beauty, ecological importance, and historical significance. It is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone seeking to experience the raw power of the sea.

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Maw Carr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.920698/-2.1836311 or Grid Reference NT8869. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Small pond with derelict building near Brander Heugh The small derelict building is the remains of a WW2 marker shelter for an aircraft firing range - more detail here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1762799" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1762799">Link</a>
Small pond with derelict building near Brander Heugh
The small derelict building is the remains of a WW2 marker shelter for an aircraft firing range - more detail here: Link
Looking down from Brander Heugh towards Lumsdaine Shore
Looking down from Brander Heugh towards Lumsdaine Shore
A snoozing grey seal pup at Lumsdaine Shore The seal was photographed with a telephoto lens from the hillside above the shore. Most of the grey seal pups were wiped out last year by Storm Arwen, but they were back to normal numbers this year.
A snoozing grey seal pup at Lumsdaine Shore
The seal was photographed with a telephoto lens from the hillside above the shore. Most of the grey seal pups were wiped out last year by Storm Arwen, but they were back to normal numbers this year.
Roe deer in Dowlaw Dean As I carefully descended into the steep-sided ravine I disturbed a couple of roe deer grazing by the Dowlaw Burn. They watched me for a while and then climbed up the southeast side of the ravine. A female is on the left with a male on the right.
Roe deer in Dowlaw Dean
As I carefully descended into the steep-sided ravine I disturbed a couple of roe deer grazing by the Dowlaw Burn. They watched me for a while and then climbed up the southeast side of the ravine. A female is on the left with a male on the right.
Dowlaw Dean The Dowlaw Burn runs through this rocky ravine into the North Sea. There has been a lot of rock fall on the southeast side of the ravine.
Dowlaw Dean
The Dowlaw Burn runs through this rocky ravine into the North Sea. There has been a lot of rock fall on the southeast side of the ravine.
The Berwickshire coast This is a view from the headland on the northwest side of Dowlaw Dean towards Brander in the middle ground and St Abb’s Head in the background.
The Berwickshire coast
This is a view from the headland on the northwest side of Dowlaw Dean towards Brander in the middle ground and St Abb’s Head in the background.
The Brander An impressive sharp ridge running 100m into the sea.
The Brander
An impressive sharp ridge running 100m into the sea.
Brander, near Fast Castle Berwickshire coast at Brander, 1.3 km. east of Fast Castle. Anticline in Silurian rocks.
Brander, near Fast Castle
Berwickshire coast at Brander, 1.3 km. east of Fast Castle. Anticline in Silurian rocks.
The coastline at Brander A wave cut platform below Brander Heugh viewed from Step Heugh in the adjoining square to the east.
The coastline at Brander
A wave cut platform below Brander Heugh viewed from Step Heugh in the adjoining square to the east.
A Second World War marker shelter at Brander Heugh This concrete relic is now used by sheep as a shelter. I have to thank Peter E Hamlin for the following information update on this building:- This is a Marker Shelter located on a former Air to Ground gunnery range. The building would have been revetted and protected by earth/sand banking up to the eaves except for the front face. The roof would have had a double layer of filled sand bags. The building was used as a shelter by the range crew during firing. A row of screen targets were erected in a line facing the front of the building. The range crew sheltered inside during firing and could 'mark' (score) the targets inside and carry out repairs. The doorway in the front elevation was some 10 feet high which enabled the 10 feet square targets to be brought inside. On either side of the shelter would have been visual signals operated by lanyards running through tubes into the building. This type of range control was superseded when Radio Telephony (RT) came into general use. Aircraft would attack in line with the rear of building so that stray shots went out to sea.
A Second World War marker shelter at Brander Heugh
This concrete relic is now used by sheep as a shelter. I have to thank Peter E Hamlin for the following information update on this building:- This is a Marker Shelter located on a former Air to Ground gunnery range. The building would have been revetted and protected by earth/sand banking up to the eaves except for the front face. The roof would have had a double layer of filled sand bags. The building was used as a shelter by the range crew during firing. A row of screen targets were erected in a line facing the front of the building. The range crew sheltered inside during firing and could 'mark' (score) the targets inside and carry out repairs. The doorway in the front elevation was some 10 feet high which enabled the 10 feet square targets to be brought inside. On either side of the shelter would have been visual signals operated by lanyards running through tubes into the building. This type of range control was superseded when Radio Telephony (RT) came into general use. Aircraft would attack in line with the rear of building so that stray shots went out to sea.
A sheltering sheep at Brander Heugh This sheep is using this Second World War observation post as a shelter. For a view of the building towards the coastline, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1762799">NT8770 : A Second World War marker shelter at Brander Heugh</a>.
A sheltering sheep at Brander Heugh
This sheep is using this Second World War observation post as a shelter. For a view of the building towards the coastline, see NT8770 : A Second World War marker shelter at Brander Heugh.
The coastline at The Souter The small sea stack called The Souter is at the top left. For a closer view of this stack, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/157763">NT8670 : The Souter, near Fast Castle</a>
The coastline at The Souter
The small sea stack called The Souter is at the top left. For a closer view of this stack, see NT8670 : The Souter, near Fast Castle
The coastline at Brander A wave cut platform below Brander Heugh viewed from Step Heugh in the adjoining square to the east.
The coastline at Brander
A wave cut platform below Brander Heugh viewed from Step Heugh in the adjoining square to the east.
Wave cut platform High angle bedding revealed on a wave cut platform beneath Brander Heugh.
Wave cut platform
High angle bedding revealed on a wave cut platform beneath Brander Heugh.
The Brander A long narrow ridge of rock. This and its surrounding crags was thoroughly explored for climbing in the early 1980s.
The Brander
A long narrow ridge of rock. This and its surrounding crags was thoroughly explored for climbing in the early 1980s.
Lumsdaine Shore A gap in the wave cut platform allows access to the beach from the sea. A path runs up steep slopes from here.
Lumsdaine Shore
A gap in the wave cut platform allows access to the beach from the sea. A path runs up steep slopes from here.
Souter A sea stack near the mouth of Dowlaw Dean. First ascent: D Bathgate and R Campbell. 1965.
Souter
A sea stack near the mouth of Dowlaw Dean. First ascent: D Bathgate and R Campbell. 1965.
Pasture above the Brander Intensively green and short cropped grassland which suggests that the grass is rather palatable to sheep.
Pasture above the Brander
Intensively green and short cropped grassland which suggests that the grass is rather palatable to sheep.
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Maw Carr is located at Grid Ref: NT8869 (Lat: 55.920698, Lng: -2.1836311)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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