Arradoul

Settlement in Banffshire

Scotland

Arradoul

Near the site of Drybridge Halt, 1997 View NE, towards Portessie: ex-Highland Railway Keith - Portessie branch. The line was closed back in 8/1915! Note the curiosity of the Aberdeen Angus. — Near the site of Drybridge Halt, 1997 Credit: Ben Brooksbank

Arradoul is a small village located in the historical county of Banffshire, Scotland. Situated in the northeast coast of the country, it is nestled between the larger towns of Buckie and Portknockie. With a population of around 200 residents, Arradoul maintains a close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is known for its picturesque surroundings, surrounded by rolling hills and breathtaking coastal views. The rugged coastline offers stunning cliffs and sandy beaches, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The nearby Spey Bay is renowned for its diverse wildlife, including seals, dolphins, and various bird species.

Arradoul is rich in history, with several ancient sites and landmarks scattered throughout the area. The Arradoul stone circle, a prehistoric monument consisting of standing stones, is a notable archaeological site that attracts visitors interested in Scotland's ancient past.

Despite its small size, the village has a range of amenities to serve its residents and visitors. These include a local pub, a community center, and a primary school. For additional services and facilities, the nearby towns of Buckie and Portknockie offer a wider range of options, including shops, restaurants, and healthcare facilities.

Arradoul provides a peaceful and tranquil setting for those seeking a slower pace of life, with its picturesque landscapes and friendly community. It is an idyllic location for individuals looking to enjoy the beauty of the Scottish coast while still having access to essential amenities.

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Arradoul Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.652665/-2.9729254 or Grid Reference NJ4262. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Near the site of Drybridge Halt, 1997

View NE, towards Portessie: ex-Highland Railway Keith - Portessie branch. The line was closed back in 8/1915! Note the curiosity of the Aberdeen Angus.

Ben Brooksbank

Meal Mill at Mill of Buckie

The fragment of masonry among the trees is all that is left of the meal mill, which was one of two mills here.

Anne Burgess

Mill Lade

This is really one for a winter photograph, when there's not so much vegetation. The lade ran past the west side of Inchgower and then powered NJ4264 : Meal Mill at Mill of Buckie and NJ4264 : Threshing Mill at Mill of Buckie.

Anne Burgess

Threshing Mill at Mill of Buckie

This is the gable of what used to be a threshing mill, powered by the same lade as NJ4264 : Meal Mill at Mill of Buckie. The reinforcing breezeblocks are not original. The lade ran along to the left, and the wheel was mounted on the west (left in this view) of the building.

Anne Burgess

Threshing Mill at Mill of Buckie

This is the west wall of NJ4264 : Threshing Mill at Mill of Buckie. It's awkward to see because of the trees now, but you can just about make out the shape of the wheel on the wall at lower right. The lade is out of sight at upper right.

Anne Burgess

The End of the Mill Lade

The yellower stonework at lower right is the end of the lade, where the water fell on to the top of the mill wheel which was mounted on the greyer wall. It is all but impossible to photograph because of the trees, not to mention a heap of broken glass bottles which make scrambling around for a viewpoint just that little bit more 'interesting' than one might wish.

Anne Burgess

Where the Wheel Was

The mill wheel of NJ4264 : Threshing Mill at Mill of Buckie was mounted on the west wall, on the left in this view, and at the far end is NJ4264 : The End of the Mill Lade.

Anne Burgess

The Shape of the Wheel

This shows more clearly than NJ4264 : Threshing Mill at Mill of Buckie where the mill wheel used to be.

Anne Burgess

Inchgower Distillery

The north side of the distillery, away from the A98 main road, in late sunshine with a louring cloud bank above.

Anne Burgess

Arradoul

The white building on the left is Arradoul Women's Rural Institute Hall, where there was something musical going on this evening. On the roadside outside the house are bird tables, nest boxes and bags of kindling for sale.

Anne Burgess