Jonah's Rock

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Berwickshire

Scotland

Jonah's Rock

Commemorative Stone at St Abbs The White House is illuminated in bright sunshine on New Year’s Day. This stone commemorates Queen Elizabeth’s 70 years reign 1952-2022.
Commemorative Stone at St Abbs Credit: Jennifer Petrie

Jonah's Rock is a prominent coastal feature located in Berwickshire, Scotland. Situated on the southeastern coast of the country, it is a headland that juts out into the North Sea. The rock derives its name from the biblical tale of Jonah being swallowed and later released by a large fish.

This headland is characterized by its rugged and picturesque landscape, boasting towering cliffs and stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area. The rock itself is a prominent landmark, rising majestically from the sea and serving as a focal point for the local community and visitors alike.

The geological composition of Jonah's Rock is primarily made up of sedimentary rocks, with layers of sandstone and shale visible along its cliffs. These rocks bear witness to the area's ancient history and offer fascinating insights into the geological processes that have shaped the landscape over millions of years.

The headland is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers. Its cliffs provide a nesting site for various seabirds, including guillemots, puffins, and razorbills, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching enthusiasts. Additionally, the surrounding coastal waters are home to diverse marine life, with seals often seen basking on nearby rocks.

Access to Jonah's Rock is possible via a well-maintained coastal path, which offers breathtaking views of the coastline. Visitors can also explore the adjacent sandy beaches and enjoy activities such as rock pooling, beachcombing, and picnicking.

Overall, Jonah's Rock is a captivating coastal feature that combines natural beauty, geological significance, and wildlife diversity, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Jonah's Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.900687/-2.1285384 or Grid Reference NT9267. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Commemorative Stone at St Abbs The White House is illuminated in bright sunshine on New Year’s Day. This stone commemorates Queen Elizabeth’s 70 years reign 1952-2022.
Commemorative Stone at St Abbs
The White House is illuminated in bright sunshine on New Year’s Day. This stone commemorates Queen Elizabeth’s 70 years reign 1952-2022.
White House by Coastal Footpath at St Abbs The White House was lit up in bright January sunshine when we took our New Year’s walk from St Abbs to Coldingham Sands. A great many other people were also out walking here.
White House by Coastal Footpath at St Abbs
The White House was lit up in bright January sunshine when we took our New Year’s walk from St Abbs to Coldingham Sands. A great many other people were also out walking here.
Tall Grasses by Coastal Path St Abbs Looking across the sea to Eyemouth on the first day of 2024 when the sun shone brightly and lots of folk were out walking here. The path leads from St Abbs to Coldingham Sands.
Tall Grasses by Coastal Path St Abbs
Looking across the sea to Eyemouth on the first day of 2024 when the sun shone brightly and lots of folk were out walking here. The path leads from St Abbs to Coldingham Sands.
Beach Huts at Coldingham Sands on New Year’s Day 2024 On this beautiful bright sunny day there were lots of people walking along the cliff path from St Abbs and many more having parties at their beach huts on Coldingham Sands. Some folk had a swim. Although there were big white waves crashing ashore there was no sign of any surfers.
Beach Huts at Coldingham Sands on New Year’s Day 2024
On this beautiful bright sunny day there were lots of people walking along the cliff path from St Abbs and many more having parties at their beach huts on Coldingham Sands. Some folk had a swim. Although there were big white waves crashing ashore there was no sign of any surfers.
Blue Beach Huts at Coldingham Sands Lots of respectable nicely painted beach huts edge the beach here.
Blue Beach Huts at Coldingham Sands
Lots of respectable nicely painted beach huts edge the beach here.
Coastal Footpath Sign at Coldingham Sands The cliff path leads from St Abbs then descends about 94 steps onto Coldingham Sands.
Coastal Footpath Sign at Coldingham Sands
The cliff path leads from St Abbs then descends about 94 steps onto Coldingham Sands.
Looking across Coldingham Sands on New Year’s Day 2024 On this beautiful bright sunny day a great many people were walking the cliff path from St Abbs to Coldingham Sands. Many families had opened their beach huts to have lunch with drinks. Some others had been swimming in the freezing waters of the bay!
It was noticeable that much sand had been washed away and many rocks were laid bare after the recent fierce storms.
Looking across Coldingham Sands on New Year’s Day 2024
On this beautiful bright sunny day a great many people were walking the cliff path from St Abbs to Coldingham Sands. Many families had opened their beach huts to have lunch with drinks. Some others had been swimming in the freezing waters of the bay! It was noticeable that much sand had been washed away and many rocks were laid bare after the recent fierce storms.
Coldingham Bay
Coldingham Bay
St Abbs
St Abbs
The harbour, St. Abbs The little Scottish coastal village of St. Abbs is very popular with scuba divers, who are attracted by the clear waters teaming with sealife in the marine reserve offshore.
The harbour, St. Abbs
The little Scottish coastal village of St. Abbs is very popular with scuba divers, who are attracted by the clear waters teaming with sealife in the marine reserve offshore.
Mire Loch, St. Abbs Head Mire Loch lies within the nature reserve around St. Abbs Head.
Mire Loch, St. Abbs Head
Mire Loch lies within the nature reserve around St. Abbs Head.
St. Abbs Head Lighthouse Small, but perfectly formed.
St. Abbs Head Lighthouse
Small, but perfectly formed.
Surfers at Coldingham Bay
Surfers at Coldingham Bay
St Abbs Harbourmaster's Hut St Abbs is a very popular diving centre, as well as an attractive village and harbour. There is no pub here, however!
St Abbs Harbourmaster's Hut
St Abbs is a very popular diving centre, as well as an attractive village and harbour. There is no pub here, however!
Cold Surfing at Coldingham A North East wind brings good surf to Coldingham
Cold Surfing at Coldingham
A North East wind brings good surf to Coldingham
Creel Path, Coldingham The start of the old Creel path leading down towards St Abbs and Coldingham Bay
Creel Path, Coldingham
The start of the old Creel path leading down towards St Abbs and Coldingham Bay
North Sea Dawn. Taken from the harbour wall at St. Abbs, looking SSE. about 6 o'clock one cool August morning. A storm out to sea earlier had produced the heavy swell, which, whilst disappointing the divers in our party, who couldn't go in, rewarded the photographer for her enforced early rising to accompany them!
North Sea Dawn.
Taken from the harbour wall at St. Abbs, looking SSE. about 6 o'clock one cool August morning. A storm out to sea earlier had produced the heavy swell, which, whilst disappointing the divers in our party, who couldn't go in, rewarded the photographer for her enforced early rising to accompany them!
Rocks at the north end of Coldingham Sands
Rocks at the north end of Coldingham Sands
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Jonah's Rock is located at Grid Ref: NT9267 (Lat: 55.900687, Lng: -2.1285384)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

What 3 Words

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