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Broad Rock

Island in Banffshire

Scotland

Broad Rock

View from East Head Looking east along the coast.
View from East Head Credit: John M

Broad Rock is a small uninhabited island located off the coast of Banffshire, Scotland. Situated in the North Sea, this rocky outcrop measures approximately 0.4 hectares and is part of a group of islands known as the Banffshire Coast Islands. The island is characterized by its rugged terrain, with steep cliffs rising from the surrounding waters.

Broad Rock is renowned for its diverse wildlife and is considered an important nesting site for seabirds. Species such as kittiwakes, guillemots, and razorbills can be observed on the island, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The surrounding waters also support a rich marine ecosystem, with seals often seen basking on the nearby rocks.

Access to Broad Rock is limited due to its remote location and lack of facilities. Visitors can only reach the island by boat, and caution is advised due to the challenging sea conditions in the area. As there are no permanent structures or amenities on the island, it is essential for visitors to bring their own supplies, including food, water, and appropriate clothing.

Despite its small size, Broad Rock offers a unique and captivating experience for those seeking solitude and a connection with nature. The untouched beauty of the island, along with its abundant wildlife, provides an opportunity to appreciate the natural wonders of the Banffshire coastline.

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Broad Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.686625/-2.7005048 or Grid Reference NJ5866. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View from East Head Looking east along the coast.
View from East Head
Looking east along the coast.
Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) 2017 has been a good year for Red Admirals. I don't think I have ever seen so many before.
Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta)
2017 has been a good year for Red Admirals. I don't think I have ever seen so many before.
East Head A calm sunny morning in second half of April near Portsoy. Perfect setting for finding White-billed Divers sat on the sea, with nine seen between here and West Head. This species was formerly considered a rarity but can now be found along this stretch of coast in spring (maybe they were always here). See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4944881">NJ5966 : White-billed Diver (Gavia adamsii)</a>
East Head
A calm sunny morning in second half of April near Portsoy. Perfect setting for finding White-billed Divers sat on the sea, with nine seen between here and West Head. This species was formerly considered a rarity but can now be found along this stretch of coast in spring (maybe they were always here). See NJ5966 : White-billed Diver (Gavia adamsii)
Durn House Stables "At Risk" Grade B Listed: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.buildingsatrisk.org.uk/details/916384" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.buildingsatrisk.org.uk/details/916384">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Durn House Stables
"At Risk" Grade B Listed: LinkExternal link
Portsoy Cemetery
Portsoy Cemetery
White-billed Diver (Gavia adamsii) According to at least one bird book, the White-billed Diver occurs only as a vagrant in British waters. However it has become known that they occur regularly offshore from Portsoy, and we went to look for them. We saw nine altogether. The four-figure grid reference is because they were in fact further offshore than this square, in squares that are all at sea.
White-billed Diver (Gavia adamsii)
According to at least one bird book, the White-billed Diver occurs only as a vagrant in British waters. However it has become known that they occur regularly offshore from Portsoy, and we went to look for them. We saw nine altogether. The four-figure grid reference is because they were in fact further offshore than this square, in squares that are all at sea.
Guillemots (Uria aalge) Probably the commonest auk in Britain, Guillemots nest colonially on cliff ledges all along the Moray Firth coast.
Guillemots (Uria aalge)
Probably the commonest auk in Britain, Guillemots nest colonially on cliff ledges all along the Moray Firth coast.
Portsoy Old Harbour Digging out a section of the harbour to make a deeper berth for one of the old boats due at The Boat Festival
Portsoy Old Harbour
Digging out a section of the harbour to make a deeper berth for one of the old boats due at The Boat Festival
Wire Dolphin A sculpture overlooking the old harbour of Portsoy.
Wire Dolphin
A sculpture overlooking the old harbour of Portsoy.
Isabella Fortuna Although Wick based the Isabella represents the fishing vessel of the type that fished out of the moray ports in their prime. She is berthed on the west wall of the old harbour with the Shorehead buildings behind.Taken during the ammual boat festival.
Isabella Fortuna
Although Wick based the Isabella represents the fishing vessel of the type that fished out of the moray ports in their prime. She is berthed on the west wall of the old harbour with the Shorehead buildings behind.Taken during the ammual boat festival.
By the North Wall Tied to the face of the Old Harbour north wall two boats, the black hulled from Portsoy the red the 'Girl Lesley' from Sandend. Both are wooden hulled fishing vessels from Moray ports.
By the North Wall
Tied to the face of the Old Harbour north wall two boats, the black hulled from Portsoy the red the 'Girl Lesley' from Sandend. Both are wooden hulled fishing vessels from Moray ports.
North Wall The Old Harbour at Portsoy with mooring points and walkway on the north wall.
North Wall
The Old Harbour at Portsoy with mooring points and walkway on the north wall.
The Shore Inn A view across the harbour toward the Shore Inn.
The Shore Inn
A view across the harbour toward the Shore Inn.
Harbour Mouth Well actually two, the old on the left and main centre. Skiff are manoeuvring ready for a race.
Harbour Mouth
Well actually two, the old on the left and main centre. Skiff are manoeuvring ready for a race.
Passing Donnie A St. Ayles skiff passing Donnie Point by the harbour entrance while taking part in a Boat Festival race.
Passing Donnie
A St. Ayles skiff passing Donnie Point by the harbour entrance while taking part in a Boat Festival race.
New Harbour Skiffs Contestants busy preparing their skiffs at the east end of the new harbour.
New Harbour Skiffs
Contestants busy preparing their skiffs at the east end of the new harbour.
Rosehall headland The headland on the east of Links Bay.
Rosehall headland
The headland on the east of Links Bay.
Sails up Sails hoisted on the Reaper as she lies in Portsoy's new harbour. Later this year she did the same at Johnshaven but got caught in wind and turned over.
Sails up
Sails hoisted on the Reaper as she lies in Portsoy's new harbour. Later this year she did the same at Johnshaven but got caught in wind and turned over.
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Broad Rock is located at Grid Ref: NJ5866 (Lat: 57.686625, Lng: -2.7005048)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

What 3 Words

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