Doo Rock

Island in East Lothian

Scotland

Doo Rock

East Lothian Townscape : Red, amber, green With a bonus topping of Thyboron Fisk from Jutland, Denmark. — East Lothian Townscape : Red, amber, green Credit: Richard West

Doo Rock is a small island located off the coast of East Lothian, Scotland. Situated in the Firth of Forth, it is approximately 1.5 miles east of North Berwick and can be accessed by boat during low tide.

The island is known for its distinctive rock formation, which resembles a pigeon or doo in Scots dialect, hence its name. Doo Rock stands at around 30 meters high and is made of volcanic rock, formed millions of years ago during volcanic activity in the region. It is a popular spot for birdwatchers, as it is home to a variety of seabird species, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills.

The island is uninhabited and has no facilities or amenities for visitors. However, it is a favorite destination for local fishermen and nature enthusiasts, who enjoy the peacefulness and natural beauty of the area. Many visitors also come for the breathtaking views of the East Lothian coastline and the surrounding sea.

Doo Rock is subject to tidal variations, so it is only accessible during low tide. It is important for visitors to plan their trip accordingly and be aware of the changing tides to avoid being stranded on the island. Additionally, care should be taken while exploring the island, as the terrain can be uneven and slippery.

Overall, Doo Rock offers a unique and picturesque experience for those who appreciate nature and seek a tranquil escape along the East Lothian coast.

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Doo Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.005145/-2.5204447 or Grid Reference NT6779. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

East Lothian Townscape : Red, amber, green

With a bonus topping of Thyboron Fisk from Jutland, Denmark.

Richard West

East Lothian Townscape : Medical Emergency?

I reckon that this 'ere Saltees Fish needs to visit the box-doctor without delay.

Richard West

Coastal East Lothian : I Am Curious (Yellow and Orange)

By what strange alchemy does yellow become orange?

Richard West

Coastal East Lothian : A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step

The Dunbar district has not been spared the consequences of the recent widespread Christmas and New Year transport cancellation chaos. This column of returning holiday-makers has had plenty of time to contemplate ancient Chinese wisdom on the long march from EuroDisney Paris back to North Berwick and Gullane.

Richard West

Coastal East Lothian : Ain't no river wide enough

All across the UK, the mad rush for Taylor Swift concert tickets continues.

Richard West

Winterfield GC

Golf course in Dunbar. View of the Bass Rock and Fife.

Richard Webb

Cromwell Harbour, Dunbar

The older of the two harbours at Dunbar.

Bob Jones

Victoria Harbour, Dunbar

The newer of the two harbours at Dunbar.

Bob Jones

Centre of Dunbar

G McK

John Muir Statue, Dunbar

John Muir (1838-1914) was America's most famous and influential naturalist and conservationist. He is one of California's most important historical personalities. He has been called "The Father of the National Parks," "Wilderness Prophet," and "Citizen of the Universe." He once described himself more humorously, and perhaps most accurately, as, a "poetico-trampo-geologist-botanist and ornithologist-naturalist etc. etc. !!!!" Legendary librarian and author Lawrence Clark Powell (1906-2001) said of him: "If I were to choose a single Californian to occupy the Hall of Fame, it would be this tenacious Scot who became a Californian during the final forty-six years of his life."

John Darcy

Belhaven Brewery

Great beer since 1719

John Darcy

Belhaven Bay

I don't see the point of this bridge but it has been there for years.

John Darcy

Lochend

Lochend Wood, looked like a small wood surrounded by farmland on the OS map. Now the woods are becoming surrounded by new houses. The woodland remains though and I have recently visited it for orienteering.

Richard Webb

Road to nowhere

The ghost exit of this roundabout at Lochend suggests that the field will not be growing winter barley for much longer. Dunbar is expanding fast because folk can no longer afford to live in Edinburgh. With the new A1 pseudo-motorway the East Lothian towns are being rapidly developed. Whether many can afford Dunbar is a good question. Looking east towards the cement works. Development of the site has begun, and there is now a supermarket here.

Richard Webb

Lochend.

Estate from an access roundabout. Looking west. The exit behind me just leads to a field, but soon this roundabout will be in the middle of a lot of houses, and not a safe place for casual photographers to lurk.

Richard Webb

Last day for the Bellevue

The Dunbar hotel devastated by fire in 1986 was finally demolished in February 2006 after a decade of arguments over whether the building should be preserved or torn down. A fine hotel in its hey day with 365 windows (days), 53 bedrooms (weeks), 12 public rooms (months) and 4 floors (seasons). Retirement homes will be built on the site.

Lisa Jarvis

Deep furrows at Eweford, near Dunbar

Recently a Neolithic mortuary structure was excavated at Eweford. Subsequently, the site was also used for burials during the Bronze Age.

Lisa Jarvis

Belhaven Brewery

The entrance to one of the great Scottish breweries. Belhaven was demerged from a larger group back in early 1990's, as I remember under the brand-master hand of Raymond Miguel, and which went on to become City Centre Restaurants plc (now called The Restaurant Group) which used to include well known names such as Est Est Est, Garfunkels, The Filling Station, Cafe Uno, Wok Wok, Chiquitos, Frankie and Benny's even the little chrome caravan niche called "OK Diner". It would seem that some of these are no longer part of their portfolio. (Link

Nevertheless it would seem that 15ish years down the line that both companies are doing very well. Over the years I had a little flutter in the equity of both businesses. More on the history of Belhaven Brewery here: (and what colourful history) Link

Simon Johnston

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Doo Rock is located at Grid Ref: NT6779 (Lat: 56.005145, Lng: -2.5204447)

Unitary Authority: East Lothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders