Almond Rock

Island in Fife

Scotland

Almond Rock

Crail harbour Looking north east from the corner of West Braes Crescent. The flowers are poppies. — Crail harbour Credit: Richard Dorrell

Almond Rock is a small island located off the coast of Fife, Scotland. It is situated in the Firth of Forth, approximately 1.5 kilometers northeast of the town of Aberdour. The island covers an area of around 0.1 hectares and is composed primarily of rocky terrain, with a few patches of grass and vegetation.

Almond Rock is known for its unique geological formations, including cliffs and sea stacks that have been shaped by years of erosion from the powerful waves of the North Sea. These formations provide a refuge for a variety of seabirds such as puffins, guillemots, and razorbills, making the island a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Access to Almond Rock is limited due to its remote location and lack of facilities. However, it can be reached by boat or kayak, making it a destination for adventurous explorers and nature lovers. Visitors are advised to check the tides and weather conditions before planning a trip to the island.

The island is surrounded by crystal-clear waters, making it an ideal spot for snorkeling and diving. Underwater, there is a diverse marine ecosystem with colorful fish, anemones, and kelp forests. It is important to note that diving around Almond Rock should only be attempted by experienced divers due to the strong currents and potentially hazardous conditions.

Overall, Almond Rock offers a unique opportunity to experience Scotland's natural beauty and wildlife in a secluded and picturesque setting.

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Almond Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.254191/-2.6285197 or Grid Reference NO6107. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Crail harbour

Looking north east from the corner of West Braes Crescent. The flowers are poppies.

Richard Dorrell

Home from home

This small caravan has an extension that doubles its size, and provides satellite TV.

Rob Burke

North-east of Crail Harbour

A path along the coast gives a view of the harbour and the headland beyond. From this point the path turns inland.

Rob Burke

The harbour at Crail in Fife

James Denham

Crail harbour

Euan Nelson

Crumbling Composer in Crail

This amazing sand sculpture built in the High Street, Crail was beginning to crumble in the heat.

Ian Murfitt

Fishing boats in Crail Harbour

The harbour dries out at low water and some of these boats are aground.

Bob Jones

Crail Harbour

Crail is still a working harbour, home to Fife's crab and lobster fleet, and though there are fewer boats than there used to be, visitors can still buy fresh lobster and shellfish from the harbourside.

Bob Jones

Street in Crail

This cobbled street leads uphill from the harbour.

Bob Jones

Sauchope Links Caravan Park

Looking roughly SSE.

Andrew Reid

Shop occupying an ancient building in Crail

On Marketgate.

James Denham

The Tolbooth and clock tower in Crail

On Marketgate.

James Denham

Kissing gate, Crail

The kissing gate allows people entry to the small park beside St Andrews Road. The kissing gate is a traditional gate hung in a U or V shape that allows one person to pass at a time. In order for one person to pass fully through the gate they have to close it on the next person. Legend has it that at this point, when the two are on either side of the gate, the person in front ‘refuses’ entry to the second person until presented with a kiss.

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Daffodils in the park, Crail

A fine show of daffodils in a small park beside the A917, St Andrews Road.

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Westland Skelly

Rocks at the Westland Skelly, viewed on a very overcast day, with the Bass Rock visible on the horizon.

William Starkey

Pillbox near Kirklands

The pillbox guards the Fife coast.

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19 Nethergate North, Crail

There is an Ordnance Survey bench mark on the corner of this pretty cottage.

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Bench Mark, 19 Nethergate North

The Ordnance Survey bench mark is to be found on the north east face of the building. For a view of the building NO6107 : 19 Nethergate North, Crail and for further information on the cut mark and others in the area Link