1. Home
  2. Scotland
  3. The Lothians and Scottish Borders
  4. East Lothian
  5. East Lothian
  6. Craiganteugh

Craiganteugh

Island in East Lothian

Scotland

Craiganteugh

Milsey Bay Bass Rock can be seen in the distance to the east.
Milsey Bay Credit: Gary Rogers

Craiganteugh is a small island located in East Lothian, Scotland. It is situated off the coast of the town of North Berwick and is only accessible by boat. The island is approximately 1.5 hectares in size and is known for its rugged coastline and stunning views of the surrounding area.

The island is uninhabited and is primarily used for grazing livestock. It is home to a variety of bird species, including puffins, guillemots, and cormorants, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers. The rocky cliffs and sea caves on the island also attract climbers and adventurers looking for a challenge.

Craiganteugh has a rich history, with evidence of human occupation dating back to the Iron Age. The island was once used as a defensive stronghold and has the ruins of an ancient fort that visitors can explore. Today, it is a peaceful and secluded spot for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overall, Craiganteugh is a hidden gem in East Lothian, offering visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty and tranquility of Scotland's coastline.

Show me another place!

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Craiganteugh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.064302/-2.7264143 or Grid Reference NT5485. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Milsey Bay Bass Rock can be seen in the distance to the east.
Milsey Bay
Bass Rock can be seen in the distance to the east.
Beach, North Berwick. Taken from The Seabird Centre, one of North Berwick's beaches and The Law.
Beach, North Berwick.
Taken from The Seabird Centre, one of North Berwick's beaches and The Law.
North Berwick Law 'Summit' of North Berwick Law with whale jawbone (removed in 2005). There has been a jawbone on the Law for approx 300 years until now. The building is an old watch house dating back to the Napoleonic Wars.
North Berwick Law
'Summit' of North Berwick Law with whale jawbone (removed in 2005). There has been a jawbone on the Law for approx 300 years until now. The building is an old watch house dating back to the Napoleonic Wars.
Summit of North Berwick Law These Jawbones were for many years a prominent feature of the summit but I believe they have recently fallen over and are awaiting being put back in place. The summit also has buildings dating from the second world war when the hill was a lookout for boats on the Firth of Forth and also the remains of an old fort. The view is north over the town of North Berwick to the island of Craigleith.
Summit of North Berwick Law
These Jawbones were for many years a prominent feature of the summit but I believe they have recently fallen over and are awaiting being put back in place. The summit also has buildings dating from the second world war when the hill was a lookout for boats on the Firth of Forth and also the remains of an old fort. The view is north over the town of North Berwick to the island of Craigleith.
North Berwick and East Fortune Taken from a microlight at about 6000 ft
North Berwick and East Fortune
Taken from a microlight at about 6000 ft
Ferrygate Newly ploughed sandy soil, looking south. There is a new small woodland to the right.
Ferrygate
Newly ploughed sandy soil, looking south. There is a new small woodland to the right.
West Links. With Craigleith offshore.
West Links.
With Craigleith offshore.
Carlekemp. Big house across the West Links. Formerly the preparatory school for St Augustus Abbey.
Carlekemp.
Big house across the West Links. Formerly the preparatory school for St Augustus Abbey.
Golf Hotel, North Berwick Amongst a lot of big houses on the road into North Berwick from the west.
Golf Hotel, North Berwick
Amongst a lot of big houses on the road into North Berwick from the west.
New houses, North Berwick. North Berwick, with its surviving railway link is one of the most expensive places to live in Scotland.
New houses, North Berwick.
North Berwick, with its surviving railway link is one of the most expensive places to live in Scotland.
North Berwick The railway station, with a frequent service to Edinburgh. There have been many attempts at closure, but now ex intercity trains are sometimes used because of the number of passengers.
North Berwick
The railway station, with a frequent service to Edinburgh. There have been many attempts at closure, but now ex intercity trains are sometimes used because of the number of passengers.
Large house, North Berwick. A lot of Edinburgh money headed this way about 100 years ago, thanks to the railway. There are many houses like this one.
Large house, North Berwick.
A lot of Edinburgh money headed this way about 100 years ago, thanks to the railway. There are many houses like this one.
Gilsland. Part of an enormous caravan site on the edge of North Berwick.
Gilsland.
Part of an enormous caravan site on the edge of North Berwick.
Factory, Heugh Road. Trad sawtoothed factory architecture on the edge of not very industrial North Berwick.
Factory, Heugh Road.
Trad sawtoothed factory architecture on the edge of not very industrial North Berwick.
Holediggery, North Berwick. Looking west along a dug up passage on the edge of town.
Holediggery, North Berwick.
Looking west along a dug up passage on the edge of town.
The Lamb There are several islands in the Firth of Forth, this one is 'The Lamb' from Yellowcraigs. These islands are volcanic plugs.
The Lamb
There are several islands in the Firth of Forth, this one is 'The Lamb' from Yellowcraigs. These islands are volcanic plugs.
Craigleith These are a couple of islands in the Firth of Forth. Craigleith is the near one with the Bass Rock further away. Picture taken from Yellowcraigs. The islands are volcanic plugs, with the Bass Rock being the biggest gannetry in Europe.
Craigleith
These are a couple of islands in the Firth of Forth. Craigleith is the near one with the Bass Rock further away. Picture taken from Yellowcraigs. The islands are volcanic plugs, with the Bass Rock being the biggest gannetry in Europe.
The Scottish Seabird Centre, North Berwick This photo was taken on the day the centre was opened by Prince Charles. The centre has become a far bigger success than anyone could ever have expected then.
The Scottish Seabird Centre, North Berwick
This photo was taken on the day the centre was opened by Prince Charles. The centre has become a far bigger success than anyone could ever have expected then.
Show me another place!

Craiganteugh is located at Grid Ref: NT5485 (Lat: 56.064302, Lng: -2.7264143)

Unitary Authority: East Lothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

What 3 Words

///lilac.consoles.showcase. Near North Berwick, East Lothian

Nearby Locations

Point Garry Craiganteugh Links, West The Skellies West Links

Related Wikis

North Berwick Harbour
North Berwick Harbour

The Harbour at North Berwick in East Lothian, Scotland, was originally a ferry port for pilgrims travelling to St Andrews in Fife. Today the water is home...

Scottish Seabird Centre
Scottish Seabird Centre

The Scottish Seabird Centre is a marine conservation and education charity, that is supported by an award-winning visitor attraction in North Berwick,...

North Berwick Lifeboat Station
North Berwick Lifeboat Station

North Berwick Lifeboat Station is a Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) marine-rescue facility in North Berwick, East Lothian, Scotland. The RNLI...

North Berwick railway station
North Berwick railway station

North Berwick railway station is a railway station serving the seaside town of North Berwick in East Lothian, Scotland. It is the terminus of the Edinburgh...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.064302,-2.7264143
North Berwick Bay (West Bay)
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 56.0609676/-2.721705
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Golf: pin
Lat/Long: 56.0611842/-2.7299167
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Golf: pin
Lat/Long: 56.0609232/-2.730565
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.
Beacon Rock Fife
Swinie Craigs East Lothian

Have you been to Craiganteugh?

Leave your review of Craiganteugh below (or comments, questions and feedback).

© 2024 UK Place Database | Privacy