Hawks' Ness

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Berwickshire

Scotland

Hawks' Ness

Eyemouth The historic town of Eyemouth lies 5 miles north of the Scottish border. Fishing there dates back to the 13th century, and the harbour is still active today.The town will always remember the Great East Coast Fishing Disaster of 1881, when 189 local fishermen lost their lives in a storm. The disaster is commemorated in a 15 by 4 foot tapestry, sewn by local women and on display in Eyemouth Museum. — Eyemouth Credit: Lynne Kirton

Hawks' Ness is a prominent coastal feature located in Berwickshire, Scotland. It is a stunning headland that extends into the North Sea, forming a distinct point along the coastline. This natural formation is known for its rugged beauty and provides breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

The headland of Hawks' Ness is characterized by its rocky cliffs and steep slopes, which have been shaped over thousands of years by the relentless pounding of the waves. These cliffs reach heights of up to 30 meters and are composed of layers of sedimentary rock, creating an interesting geological display.

The point itself juts out into the sea, offering a vantage point to observe the powerful forces of nature at play. Visitors to Hawks' Ness can witness the crashing waves, experience the strong sea breezes, and marvel at the diverse marine life that inhabits the surrounding waters.

The headland is also a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it provides a habitat for various bird species, including puffins, guillemots, and cormorants. The cliffs and rock formations offer nesting sites and protection for these seabirds, making Hawks' Ness an important conservation area.

Access to Hawks' Ness is available via a public footpath that winds along the coastline, providing visitors with a chance to explore the area's natural beauty. The headland is a popular spot for hiking and photography, attracting both locals and tourists who seek to immerse themselves in the stunning coastal scenery.

Overall, Hawks' Ness in Berwickshire is a captivating coastal feature that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, geological interest, and wildlife conservation. It is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking an unforgettable experience along Scotland's picturesque coastline.

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Hawks' Ness Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.859779/-2.073958 or Grid Reference NT9562. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Eyemouth

The historic town of Eyemouth lies 5 miles north of the Scottish border. Fishing there dates back to the 13th century, and the harbour is still active today.The town will always remember the Great East Coast Fishing Disaster of 1881, when 189 local fishermen lost their lives in a storm. The disaster is commemorated in a 15 by 4 foot tapestry, sewn by local women and on display in Eyemouth Museum.

Lynne Kirton

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.

Colin Stewart

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.

Colin Stewart

Burnmouth Harbour

Oliver Dixon

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

Kevin Rae

Eyemouth Harbour Buildings

Eyemouth as well as being a busy fishing town also has many fine buildings clustered around its harbour.

Kevin Rae

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.

Lisa Jarvis

Partenhall, Burnmouth

Row of cottages that is Partenhall.

Lisa Jarvis

Cottages at Partenhall, Burnmouth

Lisa Jarvis

Eyemouth Golf Course and Clubhouse

The only links course in the Scottish Borders.

Lisa Jarvis

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.

Lisa Jarvis

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.

Lisa Jarvis

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).

Lisa Jarvis

Gunsgreen House

Lisa Jarvis

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.

Lisa Jarvis

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.

Lisa Jarvis