Little Cleary

Island in Banffshire

Scotland

Little Cleary

Rock outcrop This outcrop is partly in Cullen Links and partly on the Cullen Sands.
Rock outcrop Credit: don cload

Little Cleary is a small island located off the coast of Banffshire, Scotland. It is situated in the North Sea, approximately 2 miles east of the mainland. With an area of just 0.5 square miles, the island is relatively small and is known for its picturesque landscapes and diverse wildlife.

The terrain of Little Cleary is mainly rugged and hilly, with rocky cliffs surrounding the coastline. The highest point on the island is Cleary Hill, standing at 150 feet above sea level. The island is covered in lush vegetation, including heather, grasses, and a variety of wildflowers, adding to its natural beauty.

Little Cleary is home to a rich array of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts. The surrounding waters are teeming with marine life, including seals, dolphins, and various species of fish. Additionally, the island provides a habitat for numerous bird species, such as puffins, gulls, and cormorants, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching.

The island has no permanent human population, but it is occasionally visited by tourists and researchers interested in its natural wonders. There are no infrastructure or amenities on the island, making it a true escape from modern civilization. Access to Little Cleary is primarily by boat, with tours and private vessels being the main means of transportation.

Overall, Little Cleary offers a serene and untouched environment, perfect for those seeking tranquility and a connection with nature. Its rugged landscapes, diverse wildlife, and isolation from the mainland make it a unique and unforgettable destination.

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Little Cleary Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.706296/-2.8554697 or Grid Reference NJ4968. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rock outcrop This outcrop is partly in Cullen Links and partly on the Cullen Sands.
Rock outcrop
This outcrop is partly in Cullen Links and partly on the Cullen Sands.
Bow Fiddle Rock Famous rock feature at Portknockie.
Bow Fiddle Rock
Famous rock feature at Portknockie.
Portknockie Harbour
Portknockie Harbour
Bow Fiddle Rock
Bow Fiddle Rock
Reddish rock outcrop in Cullen Bay
Reddish rock outcrop in Cullen Bay
Coast at Portknockie Triangular rock in the middle is Shitten Craig. The cat sitting on the fence in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2620784">NJ4968 : Wee cat on fence</a> has cleared off.
Coast at Portknockie
Triangular rock in the middle is Shitten Craig. The cat sitting on the fence in NJ4968 : Wee cat on fence has cleared off.
Wee cat on fence By a chapel on the coast at Portknockie.
Wee cat on fence
By a chapel on the coast at Portknockie.
Cormorants and gulls on Shitten Craig Rocky coastline at Portknockie, Moray Firth.
Cormorants and gulls on Shitten Craig
Rocky coastline at Portknockie, Moray Firth.
Fishing boat leaving Portknockie harbour A few boats out at sea; the hills of Cromarty in the distance.
Fishing boat leaving Portknockie harbour
A few boats out at sea; the hills of Cromarty in the distance.
Youth Centre, Portknockie
Youth Centre, Portknockie
New house, Church Street, Portknockie
New house, Church Street, Portknockie
Moray Coast Railway A cutting behind Cullen Links. The trackbed is now a path.
Moray Coast Railway
A cutting behind Cullen Links. The trackbed is now a path.
Moray Coast Railway The start of a section of trackbed which has been turned into a path to Cullen.
Moray Coast Railway
The start of a section of trackbed which has been turned into a path to Cullen.
Portknockie Harbour Fishing off the harbour wall at Portknockie.
Portknockie Harbour
Fishing off the harbour wall at Portknockie.
Coast path, Banffshire Well surfaced but not tarred section of the cycle route. It runs through a barley field by Tronach Head. A line on the horizon may be the haar, out at sea but ready to return.
Coast path, Banffshire
Well surfaced but not tarred section of the cycle route. It runs through a barley field by Tronach Head. A line on the horizon may be the haar, out at sea but ready to return.
Bow Fiddle Rock Bow Fiddle Rock is a classic example of a sea stack with a dramatic natural arch. It is named after its unusual shape which is supposed to resemble a violin bow, and it is the most visited tourist attraction in the village of Portknockie.
Bow Fiddle Rock
Bow Fiddle Rock is a classic example of a sea stack with a dramatic natural arch. It is named after its unusual shape which is supposed to resemble a violin bow, and it is the most visited tourist attraction in the village of Portknockie.
Triangulation Pillar S7179 at Portknockie
Triangulation Pillar S7179 at Portknockie
Ordnance Survey  Flush Bracket G4051 This can be found on a boundary wall at Cullen Bay Hotel.
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Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket G4051
This can be found on a boundary wall at Cullen Bay Hotel. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
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Little Cleary is located at Grid Ref: NJ4968 (Lat: 57.706296, Lng: -2.8554697)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

What 3 Words

///shipwreck.plot.drip. Near Portknockie, Moray

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 57.706296,-2.8554697
Portknockie
Name Gd: Port Chnocaidh
Place: village
Population: 1220
Source: npe
Wikidata: Q1011778
Wikipedia: en:Portknockie
Lat/Long: 57.7034964/-2.8581483
Postal Code: AB56
Ref: AB56 101
Removed Amenity: post_box
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 57.704658/-2.8582588
Bow Fiddle Rock
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 57.7055644/-2.8531964
Fast Food
Portknockie Fish & Chip Shop
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Lat/Long: 57.7030635/-2.8579918
Pub
The Seafield Inn
Addr Postcode: AB56 4LH
Addr Street: Victoria Place
Fhrs Id: 19869
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 57.7031254/-2.8584948
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 11:45
Operator: Royal Mail
Royal Cypher: scottish_crown
Lat/Long: 57.7024139/-2.8584567
Bench
Lat/Long: 57.7046905/-2.8479249
Fee: no
Natural: cave_entrance
Lat/Long: 57.7057655/-2.8532098
Bench
Lat/Long: 57.7046147/-2.857654
Artwork Type: mosaic
Tourism: artwork
Lat/Long: 57.7050767/-2.8597078
Bench
Lat/Long: 57.7040033/-2.8624509
Bench
Lat/Long: 57.7040043/-2.8625297
Bench
Lat/Long: 57.7040062/-2.8626085
Bench
Lat/Long: 57.7040186/-2.8626926
Historic: memorial
Lat/Long: 57.7025243/-2.8574498
Post Office
Portknockie Post Office
Addr Postcode: AB56 4LN
Branch: Portknockie
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Check Date: 2020-02-20
Contact Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/2708019/portknockie
Ref Pol Id: 10794
Lat/Long: 57.7023809/-2.8585394
SPAR
Brand Wikidata: Q610492
Shop: convenience
Website: https://www.spar.co.uk/store-locator/lan18070-spar-portnockie/
Lat/Long: 57.7023963/-2.8585354
Man Made: flagpole
Lat/Long: 57.7049695/-2.8602849
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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