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Howe of Tarlair

Cliff, Slope in Banffshire

Scotland

Howe of Tarlair

Mouse-ear Hawkweed Hawkweeds, Hawksbeards and Hawkbits all have dandelion-like flowers and are notoriously difficult to tell apart. This is the exception, instantly recognisable because its flowers are lemon-yellow, while all the others are more canary-yellow.
Mouse-ear Hawkweed Credit: Anne Burgess

The Howe of Tarlair is a captivating cliff and slope located in Banffshire, Scotland. Situated along the picturesque Moray Firth coastline, it offers breathtaking views and a unique natural landscape.

Rising to a height of approximately 30 meters, the cliff of Tarlair is composed of layers of sedimentary rock, showcasing the area's geological history. Its rugged and weathered appearance adds to its charm, attracting visitors from near and far. The cliff face is adorned with various types of marine vegetation, clinging to the rocks and adding splashes of color to the otherwise grayish-brown hue of the rocks.

The slope leading down from the cliff to the shoreline is a mix of grassy patches, shrubs, and wildflowers. It gently slopes downwards and is often used by locals and tourists for leisurely walks and picnics. The slope is a haven for numerous bird species, with their melodious songs filling the air.

The Howe of Tarlair is also home to a small sandy beach, nestled at the base of the cliff. The beach is accessible during low tide, providing a tranquil spot for relaxation and sunbathing. However, caution is advised as the tide can quickly rise, making the beach inaccessible.

Overall, the Howe of Tarlair is a haven for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers. Its dramatic cliffs, lush slopes, and serene beach offer a unique and unforgettable experience for those who venture to this stunning corner of Banffshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.670437/-2.4696208 or Grid Reference NJ7264. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mouse-ear Hawkweed Hawkweeds, Hawksbeards and Hawkbits all have dandelion-like flowers and are notoriously difficult to tell apart. This is the exception, instantly recognisable because its flowers are lemon-yellow, while all the others are more canary-yellow.
Mouse-ear Hawkweed
Hawkweeds, Hawksbeards and Hawkbits all have dandelion-like flowers and are notoriously difficult to tell apart. This is the exception, instantly recognisable because its flowers are lemon-yellow, while all the others are more canary-yellow.
Loch Craig In the foreground is the sea wall of the Tarlair open-air swimming pool. Loch craig is the sea inlet offshore. The ship is Petronordic, port of registry Nassau, which is a shuttle tanker, gross tonnage 54865.
Loch Craig
In the foreground is the sea wall of the Tarlair open-air swimming pool. Loch craig is the sea inlet offshore. The ship is Petronordic, port of registry Nassau, which is a shuttle tanker, gross tonnage 54865.
House Martin (Delichon urbica) There are half a dozen nests under the roof of the pavilion at the Tarlair swimming pool. Note the bird sitting in this nest, presumably incubating eggs.
House Martin (Delichon urbica)
There are half a dozen nests under the roof of the pavilion at the Tarlair swimming pool. Note the bird sitting in this nest, presumably incubating eggs.
Tarlair Lido, 2022 The monochrome emphasises the current state of disrepair of the pavilion, but that is set to change, as funding has been secured and listed building consent given for its refurbishment starting in 2022. The Friends of Tarlair <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://friendsoftarlair.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://friendsoftarlair.co.uk/">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> are working towards making this a vibrant leisure destination once again. The Category A Listed facility deserves nothing less.
Tarlair Lido, 2022
The monochrome emphasises the current state of disrepair of the pavilion, but that is set to change, as funding has been secured and listed building consent given for its refurbishment starting in 2022. The Friends of Tarlair LinkExternal link are working towards making this a vibrant leisure destination once again. The Category A Listed facility deserves nothing less.
Natural sloping slabs at Tarlair At the entrance to the lido.
Natural sloping slabs at Tarlair
At the entrance to the lido.
The road to Tarlair Looking towards Macduff. The building to the right of the road is the Well of Tarlair. It dates from c.1800. The chalybeate waters enjoyed considerable popularity for their medicinal and health giving properties in the NE during the 18th and 19th centuries.
The road to Tarlair
Looking towards Macduff. The building to the right of the road is the Well of Tarlair. It dates from c.1800. The chalybeate waters enjoyed considerable popularity for their medicinal and health giving properties in the NE during the 18th and 19th centuries.
Threading the needle View through the naatural arch known locally as the Needle's Eye
Threading the needle
View through the naatural arch known locally as the Needle's Eye
Tarlair Lido - the swimming pool The lowest of the three pools. The terraces were restored in 2014, and restoration of the pavilion is due to commence in 2022.
Tarlair Lido - the swimming pool
The lowest of the three pools. The terraces were restored in 2014, and restoration of the pavilion is due to commence in 2022.
Tarlair Lido, the three pools Nearest, surrounded by the narrow wall was a paddling pool, the next area being a boating pool with the main swimming pool furthest away. The surrounds of the pools were restored in 2014. The complex Listed Category A.
Tarlair Lido, the three pools
Nearest, surrounded by the narrow wall was a paddling pool, the next area being a boating pool with the main swimming pool furthest away. The surrounds of the pools were restored in 2014. The complex Listed Category A.
Tarlair Lido, view from the east Compare with this view of the lido in its heyday <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://friendsoftarlair.co.uk/welcome-to-friends-of-tarlair/about-us/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://friendsoftarlair.co.uk/welcome-to-friends-of-tarlair/about-us/">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> Restoration of the pavilion is due to start in 2022. Listed Category A.
Tarlair Lido, view from the east
Compare with this view of the lido in its heyday LinkExternal link Restoration of the pavilion is due to start in 2022. Listed Category A.
Rock fall at near Tarlair
Rock fall at near Tarlair
Macduff: a view over the harbour Looking over the harbour from the grassy hilltop to the south, where an anchor is ... anchored, by the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/451242">NJ7064 : Macduff: parish church</a>.
Macduff: a view over the harbour
Looking over the harbour from the grassy hilltop to the south, where an anchor is ... anchored, by the NJ7064 : Macduff: parish church.
View towards Macduff from Banff beach Macduff parish kirk is prominent on the hill with the unusual war memorial tower to the right.
View towards Macduff from Banff beach
Macduff parish kirk is prominent on the hill with the unusual war memorial tower to the right.
Macduff parish kirk Built 1805 (remodelled 1865) on a dramatic hilltop site overlooking Macduff harbour. B-listed (LB37616): <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37616" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37616">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> .
Macduff parish kirk
Built 1805 (remodelled 1865) on a dramatic hilltop site overlooking Macduff harbour. B-listed (LB37616): LinkExternal link .
Macduff war memorial An unusual and striking war memorial tower erected in 1920 and B-listed (LB37681): <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37631" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37631">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> .
Macduff war memorial
An unusual and striking war memorial tower erected in 1920 and B-listed (LB37681): LinkExternal link .
View of Macduff harbour from Church Street
View of Macduff harbour from Church Street
Macduff town hall, 17 Shore Street The Scottish baronial town hall facing the harbour was designed by Aberdeen architects Pirie and Clyne in 1884 and is B-listed (LB37634): <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37634" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37634">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> . Next door is the former Clydesdale Bank and agent's house, also B-listed (LB37635): <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37635" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37635">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> .
Macduff town hall, 17 Shore Street
The Scottish baronial town hall facing the harbour was designed by Aberdeen architects Pirie and Clyne in 1884 and is B-listed (LB37634): LinkExternal link . Next door is the former Clydesdale Bank and agent's house, also B-listed (LB37635): LinkExternal link .
Macduff harbour entrance and lighthouse The lighthouse dates from 1903 (Canmore record 81477: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/81447/macduff-harbour-entrance-lighthouse" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/81447/macduff-harbour-entrance-lighthouse">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> ).
Macduff harbour entrance and lighthouse
The lighthouse dates from 1903 (Canmore record 81477: LinkExternal link ).
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Howe of Tarlair is located at Grid Ref: NJ7264 (Lat: 57.670437, Lng: -2.4696208)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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///streaking.strays.terminology. Near Macduff, Aberdeenshire

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