Kirkton

Settlement in Kincardineshire

Scotland

Kirkton

Minor road at Nether Woodston Looking north-westward.
Minor road at Nether Woodston Credit: Peter Wood

Kirkton is a small village located in the historic county of Kincardineshire, Scotland. Situated in the northeastern part of the country, Kirkton is nestled between the larger towns of Stonehaven and Banchory. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering stunning views of the rolling hills and lush green fields that characterize the region.

Despite its small size, Kirkton boasts a rich history that dates back centuries. It is home to several historical sites, including St. Ternan's Church, a beautiful medieval structure that stands as a testament to the village's religious heritage. The church features intricate stained glass windows and ancient stone carvings, attracting visitors from near and far.

The community of Kirkton is close-knit and friendly, with a population of around 500 residents. The village is known for its strong sense of community spirit, with various local events and activities organized throughout the year. Kirkton also has a primary school, providing education for the local children.

The surrounding area of Kirkton offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby Cairngorms National Park provides a stunning backdrop for hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. Additionally, the coastline is within easy reach, offering beautiful sandy beaches and rugged cliffs for those seeking coastal adventures.

Overall, Kirkton is a charming village that combines its rich history with a strong community spirit and access to the stunning Scottish countryside. Whether you're looking to explore its historical sites, enjoy outdoor activities, or simply relax in a tranquil setting, Kirkton offers something for everyone.

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Kirkton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.773057/-2.4119815 or Grid Reference NO7464. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Minor road at Nether Woodston Looking north-westward.
Minor road at Nether Woodston
Looking north-westward.
Beach Road, St Cyrus Looking north-westward.
Beach Road, St Cyrus
Looking north-westward.
Beach Road, St Cyrus Looking north-westward towards the 'under repair' St Cyrus Church.
Beach Road, St Cyrus
Looking north-westward towards the 'under repair' St Cyrus Church.
Minor road at Greenburn Looking south-westward.
Minor road at Greenburn
Looking south-westward.
Minor road near to Scotston of Kirkside Looking north-eastward.
Minor road near to Scotston of Kirkside
Looking north-eastward.
Hedge and wall-lined minor road at Kirkside Looking north-westward.
Hedge and wall-lined minor road at Kirkside
Looking north-westward.
Minor road approaching St Cyrus Visitor Centre and Car Park Looking north-eastward.
Minor road approaching St Cyrus Visitor Centre and Car Park
Looking north-eastward.
Minor road at Mains of Woodstone Looking south-eastward.
Minor road at Mains of Woodstone
Looking south-eastward.
Minor road near to Mains of Woodstone Looking eastward.
Minor road near to Mains of Woodstone
Looking eastward.
Tree and hedge-lined minor road near to Ecclesgreig Looking north-eastward.
Tree and hedge-lined minor road near to Ecclesgreig
Looking north-eastward.
Minor road in need of repair near to Ecclesgreig Looking north-eastward.
Minor road in need of repair near to Ecclesgreig
Looking north-eastward.
St Cyrus sands The view from the clifftop at Kirkton, looking down to the beach and across to the headland of Milton Ness.
St Cyrus sands
The view from the clifftop at Kirkton, looking down to the beach and across to the headland of Milton Ness.
Montrose Bay Looking down to the Sands of St Cyrus from the clifftop at Kirkton. The long sand fringed bay extending all the way to Montrose.
Montrose Bay
Looking down to the Sands of St Cyrus from the clifftop at Kirkton. The long sand fringed bay extending all the way to Montrose.
St Cyrus parish church Late 18th century church at the eastern end of St Cyrus village in the area known as Kirkton.
St Cyrus parish church
Late 18th century church at the eastern end of St Cyrus village in the area known as Kirkton.
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket S7206 This bracket can be found on the wall of a private house - formerly Church Hall - in St Cyrus.
The recorded details give a height of 74.304 metres above sea level.
For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm1239" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm1239">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>
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket S7206
This bracket can be found on the wall of a private house - formerly Church Hall - in St Cyrus. The recorded details give a height of 74.304 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
New carpark at St Cyrus National Nature Reserve Some very nice dry-stane dyking has been done here.
New carpark at St Cyrus National Nature Reserve
Some very nice dry-stane dyking has been done here.
Driftwood pyramids at St Cyrus beach Note the spray at near high tide on a day with a brisk wind.
Driftwood pyramids at St Cyrus beach
Note the spray at near high tide on a day with a brisk wind.
Driftwood at St Cyrus beach The cliffs of the Heughs of St Cyrus in the distance.
Driftwood at St Cyrus beach
The cliffs of the Heughs of St Cyrus in the distance.
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Kirkton is located at Grid Ref: NO7464 (Lat: 56.773057, Lng: -2.4119815)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.773057,-2.4119815
St Cyrus
Alt Name Gd: Eaglais Chiric
Alt Name Sco: Saunt Ceerus
Is In: Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK
Name Gd: Eaglais Ghirig
Name Sco: St Ceerus
Old Name: Ecclesgreig
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Population: 1120
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Wikipedia: en:St Cyrus
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Scout Hall
Club: yes
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Pub
Great Scot
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Post Box
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Bus Stop
Wayside Shoppie
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Bus Stop
Wayside Shoppie
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Bench
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Post Office
St Cyrus Post Office
Addr City: Montrose
Addr Postcode: DD10 0BA
Addr Street: Main Road
Addr Suburb: St Cyrus
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-17:30; We 09:00-13:00; Sa 09:00-12:30
Operator: McColl's
Ref Pol Id: 12351
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Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
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Bench
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Bus Stop
Station Road
Bus: yes
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Naptan Street: A92
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Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan;bing;naptan_compare_tool
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Bus Stop
Station Road
Bench: yes
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
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Naptan Street: A92
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan;bing;naptan_compare_tool
Tactile Paving: no
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
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Power: generator
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
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Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 56.7738873/-2.4163916
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 56.7730148/-2.4066355
Source: PGS
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Source: PGS
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Source: PGS
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Noexit: yes
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St Cyrus
Historic Railway: station
Railway: site
Wikidata: Q56282858
Wikipedia: en:St Cyrus railway station
Lat/Long: 56.7745591/-2.4140826
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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