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The coastline of the United Kingdom is one of the country’s most prominent features, having contributed greatly to British heritage and culture. The UK’s maritime exploits in past centuries have been significant in regards to trade, transport and war, and lighthouses together with their keepers have played a critical role in ensuring the safety of ships throughout. There are more …
Top coastal museums and galleries Historic Dockyard Chatham Chatham – Kent – England Based in the charming ex-military town of Chatham, Kent, this 18th-century dockyard museum is still home to many historic Royal Navy warships and is a part of the coastal tour of British culture. Whilst the ships are no longer in use they remain a powerful symbol of …
How well do you know the British coast? Below you can find 100 informative and interesting facts to test your knowledge about the British coastline and learn about it. Hadrian’s Wall was 73 miles long One of the UK’s most famous landmarks, Hadrian’s Wall stretched almost from coast to coast when it was finished, marking the northern frontier of the …
The British Coastline offers various plants species, including wildflowers, lichens and seaweeds found along cliffs, dunes, and shores. The UK also offers the occasional algal bloom seen in coastal waters. An example of this occurred off of Scotlands west coast around the Isle of Arran in June of 2021. Scientists believe the sudden change in colour to turquoise suggests a …
Although Great Britain is a large island, there are thousands of significantly smaller islands that are located away from the country’s coastline – some of these are rather close to the shoreline, whereas others are tens (and even hundreds) of kilometres away. This article covers the largest of these islands, including both individual isles and archipelagos. Many of these islands …
Craster is within the Northumbria coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is about 7 miles from the town of Alnwick inland. Craster is famed as being the original home of the smoked fish delicacy known as the Kipper. The fish are smoked in their traditional Craster way in oak barrels, and the original smokehouses are still in use today. …
British Seabirds are an iconic piece of the Great British Coastline, with some species seen all year round. In contrast, others are migratory and visit only during the spring, breed during the summer, and leave for warmer climates in the autumn. The British Coastline is a vital breeding habitat for Sea birds, supporting species that migrate from as far away …
Pittenweem is 25 miles south of Dundee on the east coast of Scotland. It is a historic fishing port and the village of Pittenweem clusters around a small circular harbour. The village is named after the Celtic words for ‘town of the cave’, referring to the ancient cave of St Fillan on Cove Wynd there. Folklore has it that the …
Gateway to the Isles The largest town in Argyle, Oban is situated right on the coast and is a popular destination among tourists, attracting thousands during peak season. There are many reasons for this popularity. The town looks out over the picturesque Oban Bay and provides fantastic views out towards the Isle of Mull and Kerrara. The surrounding area also …
One of the National Trust’s largest fundraising campaigns, the Neptune Coastline Campaign is an ongoing initiative that allows the charity to secure large sections of the coastline, with the aim of preserving the natural importance of coastlines for current and future generations to enjoy. In the UK, no-one lives more than 120 km (75 miles) away from the sea, so …
