New Harbour

Coastal Marsh, Saltings in Fife

Scotland

New Harbour

Footpath to Forth Reach The footpath from the main road, Harbour Drive, to Forth Reach. — Footpath to Forth Reach Credit: Sandy Gemmill

New Harbour is a coastal marshland located in the county of Fife, Scotland. Situated alongside the North Sea, this vast expanse of salt marshes and saltings is a unique and ecologically important area. It covers an approximate area of several square kilometers and is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna.

The landscape of New Harbour is characterized by its low-lying, marshy terrain, with large areas of mudflats and salt pans. The marshes are predominantly covered in salt-tolerant grasses and sedges, such as sea lavender and saltmarsh grass, creating a visually stunning sight. The area is also home to a variety of plant species, including sea aster, sea purslane, and sea milkwort.

This coastal marshland is a haven for many bird species, both resident and migratory. It provides an important breeding ground and wintering habitat for several species, including waders like redshanks, dunlins, and curlews. The mudflats and salt pans attract countless waterfowl, such as ducks, geese, and swans, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.

New Harbour is also of archaeological interest, with historical records suggesting that it was once a bustling trading port during the medieval period. The remnants of a small harbor can still be seen, providing insights into the area's past maritime activities.

Due to its ecological significance, efforts have been made to protect and conserve the New Harbour marshland. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and is managed by local authorities and conservation organizations. The area is accessible to the public, allowing visitors to admire its natural beauty and observe its diverse wildlife.

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New Harbour Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.032045/-3.3450899 or Grid Reference NT1682. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath to Forth Reach

The footpath from the main road, Harbour Drive, to Forth Reach.

Sandy Gemmill

Spinnaker Way and The Moorings junction

The view of the junction with Spinnaker Way as seen from the Moorings.

Sandy Gemmill

Junction between Link Road and Forth Reach

The view of the junction with Link Road as seen from Forth Reach.

Sandy Gemmill

Junction on A921 at Dalgety Bay

Alpin Stewart

Waterfront apartment blocks at St David's Harbour

By the Fife Coastal Path (and National Cycle Network route 76).

Oliver Dixon

The Moorings, St David's Harbour

Central green area by St David's Harbour ringed by apartment blocks. By the Fife Coastal Path (and National Cycle Network route 76)

Oliver Dixon

The Moorings, St David's Harbour

Centre piece of a central green area by St David's Harbour ringed by apartment blocks.

Oliver Dixon

The Harbour at St David's Harbour

Flanked by apartment blocks. The harbour does not show much signs of being used as such.

Oliver Dixon

An extreme gnome

In front of a house on the Bridges (so called for the view) at St David's Harbour.

Oliver Dixon

Waterfront houses on the Bridges

The Bridge at St David's Harbour are so named for the view. The Fife Coastal Path and National Cycle Network route 76 pass along the road at the front.

Oliver Dixon

Seafront houses on Lumsdaine Drive

The Fife Coastal Path and National Cycle Network route 76 pass along the path at the front.

Oliver Dixon

The Triangle on Lumsdaine Drive

Part of a community project to improve the amenity value of the neighbourhood by planting flowers.

Oliver Dixon

Plaque at Hopeward Wood

Self-explanatory.

Oliver Dixon

Tributes at Hopeward Wood

Displaying the names of those who have contributed to the Dalgety Bay Community Woodlands Group. See also NT1582 : Plaque at Hopeward Wood.

Oliver Dixon

Fife Coastal Path at Hopeward Wood

Here the path drops down to the shore.

Oliver Dixon

Sloping lawn at Hopeward Wood

A lawn has been cultivated on the steep slope above the shoreline immediately below the Fife Coastal Path at Hopeward Wood.

Oliver Dixon

Donibristle Bay and Downing Point

On the horizon and out to sea, from left to right - Brae Point (mainland), Long Craig, Inchcolm (the largest island), Thank Rock (tidal reef), Downing Point (mainland).

Oliver Dixon