The 19th century saw a great boom in railway building throughout England, the North York Moors and coast were no exception. Serving both goods and passenger traffic nearly all the new lines were to close down within a hundred years.
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"Hitlertennene" på Brusand
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A Coastal Railway
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A Marine Laboratory
A building with its toe in the sea at the bottom of Robin Hood's Bay village has a shorter history than its design might at first indicate. The last of several buildings to occupy this site it was only completed as recently as 2000. However the design faithfully replicates an earlier building dating from the late 18th century. -
A rich cultural history!
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A Year in the Life of the Bass Gannets
Towards the end of January, as winter storms pound the Bass, there is a growing sense of anticipation at the Scottish Seabird Centre. All eyes are on the sea and sky, watching and waiting. Any day now, someone will spot white birds on the horizon -bigger and brighter than the gulls, gliding and diving with a graceful, powerful flight - and the good news will spread like wildfire: they're back! The first gannets have returned. -
Aberdeen City to Collieston Coastal Path
This section of the path follows the beach north from the Donmouth car park within the City of Aberdeen. Walkers should consult the notice board at the car park that advises if the Blackdog Firedog Range is in operation. This is a beach walk as far as Newburgh with a detour at Balmedie County Park. At low tide you can use the firm sand but you may have to use soft sand or dunes at high tide. Care needs to be exercised and tide tables consulted. At Newburgh the path follows the coast road to the bridge over the River Ythan before entering the Forvie Nature Reserve and then onto Collieston Village. -
Aberdeen Coastal Path
Aberdeen Coastal Path is a walking route following the North Sea coastline of the city of Aberdeen. It includes high cliffs, sweeping sandy bays, rocky shores and the busy port of Aberdeen. The 5km section of path south of Aberdeen Harbour is a haven for wildlife throughout the year, but especially during the spring and summer months. This off road path close to the cliff edge in places, so children should be carefully supervised at all times in the interest of safety. Cycling is not permitted on the path again for safety reasons. -
Aberdeen Coastal Path central section
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Aberdeen Coastal Path northern section
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Aberdeen Coastal Path southern section

















