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Hurker's Haven

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Berwickshire

Scotland

Hurker's Haven

Hurker's Haven Looking down into Hurker's Haven from the coastal path close to Fancove Head. The hard geology is immediately apparent in the distorted layers of strata. Numerous seabirds use the small coastal outcrops as nesting sites accessible only from the sea. This area is popular with divers and canoeists and supports small scale fishing operations.
Hurker's Haven Credit: Colin Stewart

Hurker's Haven is an impressive coastal feature located in Berwickshire, Scotland. It is a prominent headland that extends out into the North Sea, forming a distinctive point along the coastline. This natural formation is renowned for its breathtaking beauty and is a popular destination for tourists and nature enthusiasts.

The headland is characterized by its rugged and dramatic cliffs, rising majestically above the crashing waves. These cliffs provide a mesmerizing backdrop, showcasing a wide range of geological formations that have been shaped by centuries of erosion and weathering. Visitors can witness the stunning sight of layers of sedimentary rock, showcasing the area's rich geological history.

Hurker's Haven also boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. The headland is home to a variety of seabirds, including puffins, kittiwakes, and gannets, which nest in the cliff crevices. Visitors can observe these majestic creatures in their natural habitat, providing an unforgettable experience.

The headland offers panoramic views of the surrounding coastline, with unobstructed vistas of the shimmering sea and neighboring headlands. On a clear day, one can even catch a glimpse of the Farne Islands in the distance.

Access to Hurker's Haven is facilitated by a well-maintained walking trail that meanders along the coastal cliffs. This allows visitors to explore the area at their own pace, taking in the stunning scenery and immersing themselves in the tranquility of this coastal gem.

Overall, Hurker's Haven is a must-visit destination for nature lovers, offering a unique blend of rugged beauty, diverse wildlife, and awe-inspiring views.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.857056/-2.0745918 or Grid Reference NT9562. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hurker's Haven Looking down into Hurker's Haven from the coastal path close to Fancove Head. The hard geology is immediately apparent in the distorted layers of strata. Numerous seabirds use the small coastal outcrops as nesting sites accessible only from the sea. This area is popular with divers and canoeists and supports small scale fishing operations.
Hurker's Haven
Looking down into Hurker's Haven from the coastal path close to Fancove Head. The hard geology is immediately apparent in the distorted layers of strata. Numerous seabirds use the small coastal outcrops as nesting sites accessible only from the sea. This area is popular with divers and canoeists and supports small scale fishing operations.
Anyone for golf? Taken near to 'Horse Head' showing the expansion of Eyemouth. The relatively new golf course has replaced arable fields though farming is still the dominant activity around Eyemouth. New roads have been built to provide access to the golf course and also to the harbour. Only a narrow cliff top path exists between the sea and fields with rough grasses and wildflowers providing food for several species of butterflies.
Anyone for golf?
Taken near to 'Horse Head' showing the expansion of Eyemouth. The relatively new golf course has replaced arable fields though farming is still the dominant activity around Eyemouth. New roads have been built to provide access to the golf course and also to the harbour. Only a narrow cliff top path exists between the sea and fields with rough grasses and wildflowers providing food for several species of butterflies.
Burnmouth Harbour
Burnmouth Harbour
Eyemouth Harbour Fishing Boats lined up along the river Eye in this busy harbour. In the distance you can see Gunsgreen House, an 18th century Merchants Villa designed by James Adam around 1855
Eyemouth Harbour
Fishing Boats lined up along the river Eye in this busy harbour. In the distance you can see Gunsgreen House, an 18th century Merchants Villa designed by James Adam around 1855
Cottage at Partanhall, Burnmouth One of the cottages in a row at Partanhall, Burnmouth separated from the high water mark only by the width of the track leading round to Burnmouth Harbour.
Cottage at Partanhall, Burnmouth
One of the cottages in a row at Partanhall, Burnmouth separated from the high water mark only by the width of the track leading round to Burnmouth Harbour.
Partenhall, Burnmouth Row of cottages that is Partenhall.
Partenhall, Burnmouth
Row of cottages that is Partenhall.
Cottages at Partenhall, Burnmouth
Cottages at Partenhall, Burnmouth
Fishing boats ropes Burnmouth Harbour
Fishing boats ropes
Burnmouth Harbour
Burnmouth Harbour
Burnmouth Harbour
Houses at Burnmouth Harbour A touch of colour.
Houses at Burnmouth Harbour
A touch of colour.
Eyemouth Golf Course and Clubhouse The only links course in the Scottish Borders.
Eyemouth Golf Course and Clubhouse
The only links course in the Scottish Borders.
Redhall Plantation A woodland regeneration scheme of the Borders Forest Trust, an environmental charity established in 1996 to develop and manage habitat restoration and community woodland projects and to reverse the decline of our woodlands and wild places.
Redhall Plantation
A woodland regeneration scheme of the Borders Forest Trust, an environmental charity established in 1996 to develop and manage habitat restoration and community woodland projects and to reverse the decline of our woodlands and wild places.
Eyemouth Harbour Eyemouth's harbour stretches back along the Eye Water, effectively forming the eastern edge of the town. Fishing played a vital part in the local economy as early as 1298, but it has also been a source of tragedy. During the 1800s Eyemouth's harbour was not improved as quickly as many, and its entrance was very tricky in rough weather. In 1881, 189 fishermen, including 129 from Eyemouth itself, lost their lives. The harbour was later improved to provide a much safer entrance. Most of Eyemouth's current harbour dates back to a major rebuilding in 1965.
Eyemouth Harbour
Eyemouth's harbour stretches back along the Eye Water, effectively forming the eastern edge of the town. Fishing played a vital part in the local economy as early as 1298, but it has also been a source of tragedy. During the 1800s Eyemouth's harbour was not improved as quickly as many, and its entrance was very tricky in rough weather. In 1881, 189 fishermen, including 129 from Eyemouth itself, lost their lives. The harbour was later improved to provide a much safer entrance. Most of Eyemouth's current harbour dates back to a major rebuilding in 1965.
The wall of Gunsgreen House Gunsgreen house is a 18th Century merchant's villa designed by James Adam around 1755. It was the centre of a lucrative smuggling trade in 18th Century Eyemouth. The house was alleged to have its roofspace full of illicit tea, and hiding places built into the walls between certain rooms. The cart wheels in this photograph are the wheels of an old lifeboat launching carriage. Unfortunately, during recent renovation work, the wooden hub and spokes disintegrated and they have been removed (information added September 2009, thanks to George Davidson).
The wall of Gunsgreen House
Gunsgreen house is a 18th Century merchant's villa designed by James Adam around 1755. It was the centre of a lucrative smuggling trade in 18th Century Eyemouth. The house was alleged to have its roofspace full of illicit tea, and hiding places built into the walls between certain rooms. The cart wheels in this photograph are the wheels of an old lifeboat launching carriage. Unfortunately, during recent renovation work, the wooden hub and spokes disintegrated and they have been removed (information added September 2009, thanks to George Davidson).
Gunsgreen House Gunsgreen house is a 18th Century merchant's villa designed by James Adam around 1755. It was the centre of a lucrative smuggling trade in 18th Century Eyemouth. The house was alleged to have its roofspace full of illicit tea, and hiding places built into the walls between certain rooms.
Gunsgreen House
Gunsgreen house is a 18th Century merchant's villa designed by James Adam around 1755. It was the centre of a lucrative smuggling trade in 18th Century Eyemouth. The house was alleged to have its roofspace full of illicit tea, and hiding places built into the walls between certain rooms.
Gunsgreen House Doocot Overlooking Eyemouth Harbour and Gunsgreen House this is an early 19th century doocot. It has battlements on 3 sides and inset blind crosslets on East and North sides. There is some suggestion that it may have been a cart shed. It is now residential.
Gunsgreen House Doocot
Overlooking Eyemouth Harbour and Gunsgreen House this is an early 19th century doocot. It has battlements on 3 sides and inset blind crosslets on East and North sides. There is some suggestion that it may have been a cart shed. It is now residential.
The Coach House at Netherbyres 18th century in origin with later additions and alterations, the coach house has been converted for residential use. The former cart openings are still present and the ogee-capped, circular ridge vent on the roof may have been a former dovecot.
The Coach House at Netherbyres
18th century in origin with later additions and alterations, the coach house has been converted for residential use. The former cart openings are still present and the ogee-capped, circular ridge vent on the roof may have been a former dovecot.
Nestends, Eyemouth Rocky shoreline to the east of Eyemouth.
Nestends, Eyemouth
Rocky shoreline to the east of Eyemouth.
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Hurker's Haven is located at Grid Ref: NT9562 (Lat: 55.857056, Lng: -2.0745918)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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