Black Rock

Island in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Black Rock

Old Slains Castle — Old Slains Castle Credit: Alan Reid

Black Rock is a small island located off the coast of Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Situated in the North Sea, it is approximately 400 meters in length and 100 meters wide. The island is known for its distinctive black rock formations, which give it its name.

Black Rock is uninhabited and is primarily composed of rugged cliffs and rocky terrain. The island is home to a variety of seabirds, including guillemots, puffins, and fulmars, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts. Additionally, seals can often be spotted basking on the surrounding rocks.

Access to Black Rock is limited and dependent on tidal conditions, as the island is only accessible during low tide. This adds to the island's sense of remoteness and tranquility. Visitors to Black Rock can explore the rocky shores, take in the breathtaking views of the North Sea, and enjoy the peacefulness of the island.

The Black Rock lighthouse, constructed in 1901, is another notable feature of the island. This historic beacon is situated on the highest point of the island and serves as an important navigational aid for ships passing through the area.

Overall, Black Rock offers a unique and captivating experience for nature lovers and those seeking a serene escape. Its striking black rock formations, diverse wildlife, and isolated location make it a hidden gem along the Aberdeenshire coastline.

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Black Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.346584/-1.9331057 or Grid Reference NK0428. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Slains Castle

Old Slains Castle

Mains of Slains Mains of Slains viewed from the road to the north.

Mains of Slains

Mains of Slains viewed from the road to the north.

Collieston: walrus This walrus was photographed on the rocks in Collieston, in 1954, by the late Dr Bruce Forman. It was the first UK record in 100 years.

Collieston: walrus

This walrus was photographed on the rocks in Collieston, in 1954, by the late Dr Bruce Forman. It was the first UK record in 100 years.

Dr Bruce Forman

Old winch at Collieston Harbour Boats at Collieston are pulled up on the hill, well above the high water mark. Other fishing paraphernalia, including this winch, creels and float, are also stored ere.

Old winch at Collieston Harbour

Boats at Collieston are pulled up on the hill, well above the high water mark. Other fishing paraphernalia, including this winch, creels and float, are also stored ere.

Entrance to Collieston Harbour Viewed from the southern side of the harbour.

Entrance to Collieston Harbour

Viewed from the southern side of the harbour.

Field of rape near Kirktown of Slains A large field of oilseed rape to the north-west of the minor road between Kirktown and Whinnyfold.

Field of rape near Kirktown of Slains

A large field of oilseed rape to the north-west of the minor road between Kirktown and Whinnyfold.

Collieston on a sunny day Collieston from the Kirkton of Slains headland.

Collieston on a sunny day

Collieston from the Kirkton of Slains headland.

Forvie Visitor Centre The visitor centre at the north end of Forvie National Nature Reserve

Forvie Visitor Centre

The visitor centre at the north end of Forvie National Nature Reserve

Hackley Head at low tide A particularly low tide today, so this headland was worth a look to see if I could get into NK0326. No chance, I was 60m short, with a yawning gap below me ( rock-climbers only ), and I don&#039;t believe there is any rock showing 60m ahead.

Hackley Head at low tide

A particularly low tide today, so this headland was worth a look to see if I could get into NK0326. No chance, I was 60m short, with a yawning gap below me ( rock-climbers only ), and I don't believe there is any rock showing 60m ahead.

Tarness Haven View across the harbour and pier at Collieston towards Tarness Haven.
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Tarness Haven

View across the harbour and pier at Collieston towards Tarness Haven. Link

Low Town, Collieston Cottages clustered around the harbour at Collieston.
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Low Town, Collieston

Cottages clustered around the harbour at Collieston. Link

Clouds Over Broad Haven Buchan coastline between Collieston and Forvie.
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Clouds Over Broad Haven

Buchan coastline between Collieston and Forvie. Link

Cotehill Loch, near Collieston

Cotehill Loch, near Collieston

Mike Pennington

Natural arch in Hill of Cransdale, Collieston

Natural arch in Hill of Cransdale, Collieston

Mike Pennington

Collieston harbour From the viewpoint at the Hill of Cransdale.

Collieston harbour

From the viewpoint at the Hill of Cransdale.

Mike Pennington

Collieston The village form the Hill of Cranswick. The harbour wall is in the foreground.

Collieston

The village form the Hill of Cranswick. The harbour wall is in the foreground.

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Collieston church From the viewpoint at the Hill of Cranswick.

Collieston church

From the viewpoint at the Hill of Cranswick.

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Coast north of Collieston Looking towards the stack named Aver Hill.

Coast north of Collieston

Looking towards the stack named Aver Hill.

Mike Pennington

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Black Rock is located at Grid Ref: NK0428 (Lat: 57.346584, Lng: -1.9331057)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

What 3 Words

///thud.threading.cashew. Near Newburgh, Aberdeenshire

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Nearby Amenities

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Collieston

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Recycling

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Tourism: viewpoint

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Long Pot

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Telephone

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Post Box

Operator: Royal Mail

Post Box Mounting: pier

Post Box Type: lamp

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Passing Place

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