The Lecks
Island in East Lothian
Scotland
The Lecks
The Lecks is a small island located off the coast of East Lothian, Scotland. With a land area of only 0.2 square kilometers, it is a secluded and picturesque destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The island can be reached by boat from the nearby town of North Berwick, which is approximately 4 kilometers away.
The Lecks is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and rolling green hills. It offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The island is home to a variety of wildlife, including seabirds, seals, and occasionally dolphins, making it a popular destination for birdwatching and wildlife photography.
Visitors to The Lecks can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking. The island has a network of walking trails that lead to breathtaking viewpoints, offering panoramic views of the surrounding coastline and the North Sea. The sandy beaches provide opportunities for sunbathing, swimming, and beachcombing.
Although The Lecks is largely undeveloped, there are a few amenities available for visitors. These include basic camping facilities, public toilets, and a small cafe serving refreshments. However, it is important to note that there are no shops or accommodation options on the island, so visitors are advised to bring their own supplies and plan accordingly.
In summary, The Lecks is a charming and unspoiled island off the coast of East Lothian, offering visitors a chance to connect with nature and enjoy a peaceful retreat amidst stunning natural landscapes.
If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.
The Lecks Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 56.060823/-2.714449 or Grid Reference NT5585. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Pretty Red Tulips in Quality Street North Berwick
Planted especially as part of the annual Tulip Festival here.
Pretty Yellow Tulips in North Berwick
Planted especially for the annual Tulip Festival here in North Berwick. Almost 50 varieties of tulips have been planted around the town.
The Far-Farers a Poem in North Berwick by RL Stevenson
Robert Louis Stevenson spent time as a child in North Berwick.
The far- farers represent the migrating geese.
“One of the most haunting, evocative and timeless features of a North Berwick winter is the sound of migrating geese returning here each year.”
These murals celebrate his achievement as a writer and his connection to the town of North Berwick.
Coastal East Lothian : Holding it all in
The escape of masonry and machinery from the stone recovery area is prevented by the high, smooth, white-painted external wall of the compound.
The Far-Farers a poem in North Berwick by Robert Louis Stevenson
R L Stevenson spent time in his childhood at North Berwick
The Far-Farers represent the migrating geese returning each year to North Berwick.
Coastal East Lothian : North Berwick Harbour
North Berwick harbour isn't quite the prettiest one around; it feels like a water filled box with toy boats.
Coastal East Lothian : Fishboxes at North Berwick - Europeche Lorient
I had walked past this box a few times before noticing it.
The Saltees Fish had obviously caught the eye on my arrival and I had immediately dismissed it as just another Irish box, overlooking the self-effacing French visitor lying just underneath.
Celtic Cross North Berwick
Celtic Cross and Saltire situated on the approaches to The Seabird Centre.
Coastal East Lothian : Up On The Roof
This rooftop, with its superb views of North Berwick and the Firth of Forth, is a fine place to be on a sunny afternoon; but don't go near the edge when the wind is gusting - you might get blown off.
East Lothian Landscape : The Summit of North Berwick Law
Complete with plastic whalebone arch. Is this another example of political correctness gone mad?
The Lecks is located at Grid Ref: NT5585 (Lat: 56.060823, Lng: -2.714449)
Unitary Authority: East Lothian
Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders
What 3 Words
///edge.superbly.stir. Near North Berwick, East Lothian
Nearby Locations
Related Wikis
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 is a Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) marine-rescue facility in North Berwick, East Lothian, Scotland. == History... ==
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...
North Berwick
North Berwick (; Scottish Gaelic: Bearaig a Tuath) is a seaside town and former royal burgh in East Lothian, Scotland. It is situated on the south shore...
Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 56.060823,-2.714449Toilets
Access: yes
Changing Table: yes
Check Date: 2022-03-27
Fee: no
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 56.0585066/-2.7167205
Bus Stop
Seabird Centre
Bus: yes
Check Date Shelter: 2021-11-17
Naptan AtcoCode: 627007010300
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Seabird Centre
Naptan Indicator: at Seabird Centre
Naptan NaptanCode: 58234325
Naptan Street: Melbourne Road
Naptan Verified: no
Note: name and position verified
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import; survey
Lat/Long: 56.0603193/-2.7170566
Library
Naptan AtcoCode: 627007050020
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Library
Naptan Indicator: at Library Entrance
Naptan NaptanCode: 58234865
Naptan Street: School Road
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Timetable Case: empty
Lat/Long: 56.0585734/-2.7152049
Barrier: bollard
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Material: concrete
Lat/Long: 56.0583409/-2.7204767
Post Box
Check Date Collection Times: 2021-11-17
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 15:00, Sa 11:45
Ref: EH39 47
Royal Cypher: scottish_crown
Lat/Long: 56.0604258/-2.7175699
Bench
Backrest: yes
Colour: white
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 56.0601274/-2.7166961
Bench
Backrest: yes
Colour: white
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 56.0601825/-2.7168229
Crossing
Crossing: zebra
Crossing Island: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 56.0585403/-2.7170278
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:00; Sa 12:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: EH39 168
Royal Cypher: scottish_crown
Lat/Long: 56.0585484/-2.7169514
Bench
Backrest: yes
Colour: white
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 56.0604365/-2.7172237
Seamark Information: R. seaward, W. over harbour. Extinguished when vessels cannot enter
Seamark Light Character: F
Seamark Light Colour: red
Seamark Light Height: 7
Seamark Light Range: 3
Seamark Light Reference: A 2866
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.
Lat/Long: 56.060975/-2.7197147
Restaurant
Osteria
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 71
Addr Street: High Street
Cuisine: italian
Lat/Long: 56.0582973/-2.7198155
Fast Food
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 33
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HR
Addr Street: Quality Street
Cuisine: chinese
Takeaway: only
Lat/Long: 56.0590057/-2.7173211
Restaurant
Zitto
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 10
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HP
Addr Street: Quality Street
Cuisine: italian
Website: https://zitto.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 56.0588125/-2.7168758
Restaurant
No. 12 Hotel & Bistro
Addr Housenumber: 12
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HP
Addr Street: Quality Street
Website: http://no12qualitystreet.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 56.0589173/-2.7169066
Restaurant
Bella Italia
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 12
Addr Street: High Street
Brand: Bella Italia
Brand Wikidata: Q4883362
Brand Wikipedia: en:Bella Italia
Cuisine: italian
Website: http://www.bella-italia.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 56.0586788/-2.7175564
Bar
The Beach Hut
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 15-17
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HH
Addr Street: High Street
Fhrs Id: 1157986
Outdoor Seating: yes
Lat/Long: 56.0585104/-2.7178461
Restaurant
The Grange
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 35
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HH
Addr Street: High Street
Cuisine: steak_house
Fhrs Id: 16507
Lat/Long: 56.0584493/-2.7184744
Leisure: slipway
Seamark Small Craft Facility Category: slipway
Seamark Type: small_craft_facility
Lat/Long: 56.0602104/-2.7183457
Description: War Memorial
Historic: memorial
Memorial: mercat_cross
Lat/Long: 56.0583087/-2.7167753
Nisa
Brand: Nisa
Brand Wikidata: Q16999069
Brand Wikipedia: en:Nisa (retailer)
Shop: convenience
Lat/Long: 56.0586822/-2.718043
Pharmacy
North Berwick Pharmacy
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 66
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HF
Addr Street: High Street
Dispensing: yes
Healthcare: pharmacy
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-17:30; Sa 09:00-17:00
Lat/Long: 56.0584912/-2.7196697
Pharmacy
Boots
Brand: Boots
Brand Wikidata: Q6123139
Brand Wikipedia: en:Boots UK
Dispensing: yes
Healthcare: pharmacy
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 08:30-17:45; Sa 09:00-17:30
Lat/Long: 56.0584074/-2.7201954
Cafe
Buttercup Cafe
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Lat/Long: 56.0583475/-2.7206599
Fast Food
NB Eats
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 100
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HE
Addr Street: High Street
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Cuisine: sandwich
Website: https://www.northberwickeats.com/
Lat/Long: 56.0583126/-2.7209149
Cafe
Lobster Shack
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Cuisine: seafood
Opening Hours: We-Su 12:00-18:00
Phone: +44 7910 620480
Website: https://www.lobstershack.co.uk
Lat/Long: 56.0615621/-2.7185673
Telephone
Atm: yes
Booth: K6
Colour: red
Note: phone box has been converted to atm with phone on outside
Lat/Long: 56.05849/-2.7169353
35a Quality Street
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 35a
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HR
Addr Street: Quality Street
Internet Access: wlan
Source: owner
Tourism: guest_house
Website: https://www.35aqualitystreet.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 56.0590576/-2.71734
Bostock Bakery
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 42
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HQ
Addr Street: High Street
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RossBaxterPatissier
Email: info@bostockbakery.co.uk
Fhrs Id: 744344
Operator: Ross Baxter Patissier
Shop: bakery
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 56.0585881/-2.7185033
Cancer Research UK
Brand: Cancer Research UK
Brand Wikidata: Q326079
Brand Wikipedia: en:Cancer Research UK
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Shop: charity
Lat/Long: 56.0581302/-2.7208429
Cafe
JP's deli and cafe
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Lat/Long: 56.0583241/-2.720831
Cut 'n' colours
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 102
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: hairdresser
Lat/Long: 56.058303/-2.7209857
East Links Putting Green
Addr Street: Quadrant
Tourism: attraction
Lat/Long: 56.0577295/-2.7118145
Coastal Communities Museum
Addr Postcode: EH39 4JU
Addr Street: School Road
Email: hello@coastalmuseum.org
Opening Hours: Th-Su 11:00-22:00
Phone: +44 1620894313
Tourism: museum
Website: https://www.coastalmuseum.org/
Wikidata: Q113370279
Lat/Long: 56.0584741/-2.7145747
North Berwick Flooring Co.
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Shop: flooring
Lat/Long: 56.0583352/-2.7207494
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 102
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 56.0582682/-2.7210508
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 98
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 56.0582936/-2.720851
Chandlers
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 65
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: gift
Lat/Long: 56.0583171/-2.7196563
Fat Face
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 73
Addr Street: High Street
Brand: Fat Face
Brand Wikidata: Q5437186
Brand Wikipedia: en:Fat Face
Shop: clothes
Lat/Long: 56.0582827/-2.7199325
Greens and Blues
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 59
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: art
Lat/Long: 56.0583321/-2.7195329
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 61
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 56.0583538/-2.7195718
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 63
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 56.0583493/-2.7196053
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 69
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 56.0583276/-2.7197689
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 77
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 56.0582872/-2.7200854
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 79
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 56.0582842/-2.7201324
Meg Maitland
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 76
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: clothes
Website: https://megmaitland.com/
Lat/Long: 56.0584272/-2.7200371
SO & Co
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 75
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HG
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: accessories
Lat/Long: 56.0582722/-2.7200398
Bank
Skipton Building Society
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 68
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HF
Addr Street: High Street
Brand: Skipton Building Society
Brand Wikidata: Q16931747
Brand Wikipedia: en:Skipton Building Society
Lat/Long: 56.0584526/-2.7198293
Tulipa
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 67
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: florist
Lat/Long: 56.0583104/-2.719722
Cafe
Zanzibar
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 81
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 56.058258/-2.7201739
Coast Properties
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 27
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HH
Addr Street: High Street
Office: estate_agent
Lat/Long: 56.0584718/-2.7182913
Fast Food
Greggs
Brand: Greggs
Brand Wikidata: Q3403981
Brand Wikipedia: en:Greggs
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Contact Website: https://www.greggs.co.uk/shop-finder?shop-code=0596
Cuisine: sandwich;bakery
Takeaway: yes
Lat/Long: 56.0584958/-2.7191109
Heart and Sole
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 60
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: shoes
Lat/Long: 56.0584846/-2.7192021
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 33
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 56.0584778/-2.7184353
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 38
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 56.0585842/-2.7183991
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 39
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 56.0584479/-2.7186646
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 46
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 56.058546/-2.7186217
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 57
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 56.058379/-2.7192637
L'argenette
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Shop: jewelry
Lat/Long: 56.058367/-2.7191699
Oxfam
Brand: Oxfam
Brand Wikidata: Q267941
Brand Wikipedia: en:Oxfam
Contact Website: https://www.oxfam.org.uk/shops/oxfam-shop-north-berwick/
Shop: charity
Lat/Long: 56.0583902/-2.7190478
Paper Flower
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 37
Addr Street: High Street
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Shop: gift
Lat/Long: 56.0584314/-2.7186056
Rock and Bird
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Shop: craft
Lat/Long: 56.058507/-2.7194383
Save the Children
The Great Escape
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 57
Addr Street: High Street
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Shop: sports
Lat/Long: 56.0583528/-2.719307
Time & Tide
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Shop: houseware
Lat/Long: 56.0585572/-2.718674
etc...
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Opening Hours: Mo-Sa 10:00-17:00; Su 11:30-16:30
Shop: houseware
Lat/Long: 56.058516/-2.7193335
Turnbull's Home Hardware
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 23
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HH
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: hardware
Lat/Long: 56.0584816/-2.7181801
RNLI
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housename: Lifeboathouse
Addr Postcode: EH39 4JP
Addr Street: Victoria Road
Branch: North Berwick and Gullane
Shop: gift
Website: https://rnli.org/
Lat/Long: 56.0601587/-2.7178644
The Co-operative Funeralcare
Brand: The Co-operative Funeralcare
Brand Wikidata: Q7726521
Brand Wikipedia: en:Co-op Funeralcare
Shop: funeral_directors
Lat/Long: 56.0586238/-2.7181959
Fast Food
The Tiffin Box
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 5
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HH
Addr Street: High Street
Cuisine: indian
Delivery: yes
Fhrs Id: 1108056
Phone: +44 1620 894000
Takeaway: only
Lat/Long: 56.0585579/-2.717448
Post Office
North Berwick Post Office
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HH
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Contact Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/1558242/north-berwick
Ref Pol Id: 3268
Lat/Long: 56.0585456/-2.7175479
Tippecanoe
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 1
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HH
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: art
Website: http://www.tippecanoe.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 56.0585837/-2.7172877
Robert Louis Stevenson Memorial
Historic: monument
Lat/Long: 56.0587241/-2.7172435
Cafe
Costa
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 17
Addr Postcode: EH39 4JF
Addr Street: Market Place
Brand: Costa
Brand Wikidata: Q608845
Brand Wikipedia: en:Costa Coffee
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Fhrs Id: 1046268
Takeaway: yes
Lat/Long: 56.0587578/-2.7196674
Coastal Kids
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 40
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HQ
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: clothes
Lat/Long: 56.0586026/-2.7184373
Downes Opticians
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 5
Addr Postcode: EH39 4JF
Addr Street: Market Place
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-17:30; Sa 09:00-15:00
Phone: +44 1620 893007
Shop: optician
Website: https://www.downesopticians.com/
Lat/Long: 56.0586124/-2.7194826
All About Countrywear
Addr City: North Berwick
Addr Housenumber: 31
Addr Postcode: EH39 4HH
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: clothes
Lat/Long: 56.0584657/-2.7183622
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 4
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 56.0585255/-2.7169433
Check Date: 2024-05-05
Disused Shop: outdoor
Old Name: Trespass
Lat/Long: 56.0584119/-2.7187367
Drinking Water
Top Up Tap
Access: yes
Bottle: yes
Fee: no
Opening Hours: 24/7
Operator: Scottish Water
Operator Wikidata: Q7438022
Lat/Long: 56.0585891/-2.7171688
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 2
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 56.0582908/-2.7171128
Recycling
Recycling Glass Bottles: yes
Recycling Glass Bottles Colour Separated: yes
Lat/Long: 56.0588615/-2.7163737
Bench
Backrest: yes
Colour: White
Direction: 358
Material: wood
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 56.0580281/-2.7086664
Waste Basket
Colour: Black
Covered: yes
Indoor: no
Material: plastic
Source: survey
Waste: trash;mixed
Lat/Long: 56.0580071/-2.708683
Have you been to The Lecks?
Leave your review of The Lecks below (or comments, questions and feedback).