Turturra

Island in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Turturra

Baler at work Tractor with baler working a harvested field near Cowieswells Farm.
Baler at work Credit: Gordon Hatton

Turturra is a small island located in the county of Kincardineshire, Scotland. Situated off the east coast of Scotland, it is nestled in the North Sea and is part of the Aberdeenshire council area. The island covers a total area of approximately 4 square kilometers and has a population of around 150 residents.

Turturra is known for its stunning natural beauty, with picturesque landscapes, rugged cliffs, and sandy beaches. The island is surrounded by crystal-clear waters, making it a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts, including sailing, kayaking, and fishing. The coastal areas are also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including seals, dolphins, and various seabird species.

The island's economy primarily revolves around agriculture and fishing, with locals engaged in farming and traditional fishing practices. Turturra is famous for its locally caught seafood, which is highly sought after by both locals and visitors alike.

In terms of amenities, Turturra has a small community center that serves as a hub for social gatherings and events. The island also has a primary school, ensuring that the educational needs of the local children are met.

Access to Turturra is primarily via ferry services, which connect the island to mainland Scotland. The ferry operates on a regular schedule, providing residents and visitors with convenient transportation options.

Overall, Turturra offers a serene and tranquil environment, making it an idyllic getaway for those seeking peace and natural beauty.

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Turturra Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.929085/-2.1976808 or Grid Reference NO8881. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Baler at work Tractor with baler working a harvested field near Cowieswells Farm.
Baler at work
Tractor with baler working a harvested field near Cowieswells Farm.
Dunnottar Castle Dunnottar Castle, near Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire.
Dunnottar Castle
Dunnottar Castle, near Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire.
Razorbills and Guillemots Lives most of the year at sea, coming to land to breed. Both birds depends on the health of the marine environment. Fishing nets, pollution at sea and declining fish stocks all threaten these birds.
Razorbills and Guillemots
Lives most of the year at sea, coming to land to breed. Both birds depends on the health of the marine environment. Fishing nets, pollution at sea and declining fish stocks all threaten these birds.
Cliffs at Crawley Bird Sanctuary Not so many birds to be seen on the cliff face due to the devastation of Bird flu on the bird population.
Cliffs at Crawley Bird Sanctuary
Not so many birds to be seen on the cliff face due to the devastation of Bird flu on the bird population.
Waterfall in Tremuda Bay The water from small burn draining the fields above forms the small but prominent waterfall.
Waterfall in Tremuda Bay
The water from small burn draining the fields above forms the small but prominent waterfall.
Looking at Dunnottar Castle Yet another view caught in very strange light as a haar (sea fog) thickens.  The castle, which sits on an impregnable outcrop of conglomerate rock, is a scheduled monument and was designated as such as early as 1920: SM986 <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/SM986" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/SM986">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> .
Looking at Dunnottar Castle
Yet another view caught in very strange light as a haar (sea fog) thickens. The castle, which sits on an impregnable outcrop of conglomerate rock, is a scheduled monument and was designated as such as early as 1920: SM986 LinkExternal link .
Dunnottar Lodge Typical sandstone construction: the sign below the window says 'purchase tickets at the castle'.
Dunnottar Lodge
Typical sandstone construction: the sign below the window says 'purchase tickets at the castle'.
Outbuildings at Mains of Dunnottar
Outbuildings at Mains of Dunnottar
Conglomerate rocks at Castle Haven Part of the Dunnottar Castle conglomerate formation (conglomerate and sandstone, interbedded): sedimentary bedrock formed between 443.8 and 393.3 million years ago during the Silurian and Devonian periods.
Conglomerate rocks at Castle Haven
Part of the Dunnottar Castle conglomerate formation (conglomerate and sandstone, interbedded): sedimentary bedrock formed between 443.8 and 393.3 million years ago during the Silurian and Devonian periods.
Looking down the gorge towards the castle
Looking down the gorge towards the castle
Minor road, Gallaton
Minor road, Gallaton
Mains of Dunnottar The road is quiet now as beyond the castle parking it is closed to motorised vehicles due to subsidence. It used to be the A92.
Mains of Dunnottar
The road is quiet now as beyond the castle parking it is closed to motorised vehicles due to subsidence. It used to be the A92.
Dunnottar Castle Dunnottar Castle, situated on the most spectacular rocks is most famous for keeping Cromwell's army at bay during his occupation of Scotland in the 1650s. It was vitally important to stand firm since Scotland's Honours (the crown jewels) were hidden in the castle for safe keeping. Had Cromwell captured the honours, they would have been destroyed or taken to London forever, in the same way the Stone of Scone was stolen never to return though it is now back in Edinburgh 'on loan' There was nothing the English would not do in their attempts to subdue the Scottish nation.
Dunnottar Castle
Dunnottar Castle, situated on the most spectacular rocks is most famous for keeping Cromwell's army at bay during his occupation of Scotland in the 1650s. It was vitally important to stand firm since Scotland's Honours (the crown jewels) were hidden in the castle for safe keeping. Had Cromwell captured the honours, they would have been destroyed or taken to London forever, in the same way the Stone of Scone was stolen never to return though it is now back in Edinburgh 'on loan' There was nothing the English would not do in their attempts to subdue the Scottish nation.
Buildings at Mains of Dunnottar Farm In Aberdeenshire.
Buildings at Mains of Dunnottar Farm
In Aberdeenshire.
Gallaton Farm
Gallaton Farm
A92 at Uras
A92 at Uras
Minor road past Wood of Newton
Minor road past Wood of Newton
Gallaton Farm from the A92 Photographer is standing near the western verge of the A92 Road.
Gallaton Farm from the A92
Photographer is standing near the western verge of the A92 Road.
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Turturra is located at Grid Ref: NO8881 (Lat: 56.929085, Lng: -2.1976808)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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