Braid Craig

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Braid Craig

Library, King Edward Street, Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire The building was designed by architect William Stephen Ferguson Wilson and opened in 1905 by Lord Saltoun. On 20th December 1904 an article in the Fraserburgh Herald and Northern Counties&#039; Advertiser said,

&quot;Thanks to the generosity of that multi-millionaire, Dr Andrew Carnegie, Fraserburgh will soon be the possessor one of the best equipped public libraries in the North of Scotland. It is sure to prove a distinct boon to the community. A commencement with the work of erection was made last month, and it is expected the building will be open to the public towards the close of the ensuing herring fishing season. The total cost will amount to £3400 of which sum Dr Carnegie has contributed £3000.&quot; — Library, King Edward Street, Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire Credit: Claire Pegrum

Braid Craig is a picturesque coastal feature located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. This stunning headland, also known as a point, juts out into the North Sea, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. With its rugged cliffs and dramatic coastline, Braid Craig attracts visitors from all over the world.

The headland is characterized by its steep cliffs, which reach heights of up to 100 meters in some areas. These cliffs have been shaped by centuries of erosion caused by the relentless crashing of waves against the rocks. As a result, the coastline is dotted with caves, arches, and rock formations that add to its natural beauty.

Braid Craig is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The headland's rocky terrain provides a habitat for various seabirds, including puffins, gannets, and fulmars. Visitors can often spot these magnificent creatures perched on the cliff edges or soaring above the water.

The area surrounding Braid Craig is popular with hikers and nature enthusiasts. There are several walking trails that offer stunning views of the headland and its surroundings. These trails take visitors along the cliff tops, allowing them to appreciate the rugged beauty of the coastline.

Overall, Braid Craig is a must-visit destination for those seeking natural beauty and tranquility. Its dramatic cliffs, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking views make it a favorite spot for photographers, hikers, and nature lovers alike.

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Braid Craig Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.698246/-2.015639 or Grid Reference NJ9967. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Library, King Edward Street, Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire

The building was designed by architect William Stephen Ferguson Wilson and opened in 1905 by Lord Saltoun. On 20th December 1904 an article in the Fraserburgh Herald and Northern Counties' Advertiser said, "Thanks to the generosity of that multi-millionaire, Dr Andrew Carnegie, Fraserburgh will soon be the possessor one of the best equipped public libraries in the North of Scotland. It is sure to prove a distinct boon to the community. A commencement with the work of erection was made last month, and it is expected the building will be open to the public towards the close of the ensuing herring fishing season. The total cost will amount to £3400 of which sum Dr Carnegie has contributed £3000."

Claire Pegrum

Memorial, Fraserburgh Harbour, Aberdeenshire

The memorial commemorates 13 Fraserburgh lifeboat crew who have died in three separate incidents. Behind is the lifeboat station with an Ordnance Survey active station on it (the white dome). In the background is fishing boat FR226 Challenge.

Claire Pegrum

Fishing boats, Farserburgh Harbour, Aberdeenshire

Something of a contrast in size between the potter Melita FR27 and the pelagic trawler Challenge FR226.

Claire Pegrum

Balaclava Harbour, Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire

Balaclava Harbour is the northernmost area of Fraserburgh Harbour. Work started on it in 1851 and it was named after the battle of 1854.

Claire Pegrum

Heritage Way, Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire

Heritage Way is an Aberdeenshire Council development of 14 houses and 16 flats which was completed in 2017. It received funding from the Scottish Government's Greener Homes Innovation Scheme, the aim of which was to find new ways of producing energy efficient affordable housing using innovative methods of construction. The roofs are zinc and the cladding is zinc and fibre slates. The grey tones are intended to echo the sea, sky and neighbouring industrial buildings.

Claire Pegrum

Broadsea Prom

An area of Fraserburgh called Broadsea and the sea path which follows the coast.

Ralph Greig

Fraserburgh War Memorial

Ralph Greig

Lighthouse Museum

Ralph Greig

Kinnard Head Lighthouse

Ralph Greig

Fraserburgh Esplanade and beach

The beach to the south of Fraserburgh harbour is sheltered and the sand stretches for miles.

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Fraserburgh breakwater and lighthouse

The fishing vessels in this picture are pelagic trawlers. They fish for mackerel and other pelagic species

Robert W Watt

Fraserburgh from Cairnbulg

Cairnbulg harbour in the foreground is mainly for pleasure craft. Fraserburgh harbour is one of Scotland's main fishing ports with a distant water pelagic trawler fleet (the largest fishing vessels in Britain), a near water seine net fleet, and a local shell fish fleet.

Robert W Watt