There is no better way to see the coast than out at sea. Whether you are looking for a gentle sightseeing tour or an exhilarating Fast Blast trip, there is a ride for you. Take the relaxing coastal trips to see the incredible landscapes of the coast and the abundance of wildlife around the St […]
The waters off the Berwickshire coast have long been considered special by marine biologists as they contain a fantastic abundance and diversity of marine life. Add to this clear waters and spectacular underwater scenery and it is not surprising that divers have been coming to the area for decades. The coastal waters of Berwickshire are […]
Edrom Nurseries is a garden centre specialising in rare plants located just west of the Scottish Borders village of Coldingham. Established in 1925, the Edrom Nurseries has a tradition of specialising in rare and exotic plants with its founders acquiring samples from as far away as China and the Himalayas. The gardeners at the nurseries […]
Situated in the heart of the St Abb’s Head National Nature Reserve, Pettico Wick Harbour has stunning views of the St Abbs coastline and is very popular with photographers. Top tip! Stop by at sunset for the perfect photos! Due to its discreetness, it was a centre of smuggling in the past. Visit Gunsgreen House […]
Welcome to Divestay! Berwickshire’s coastal waters have long been renowned for their abundance and diversity of marine life. The diving off St Abbs head is truly excellent in some of the very best sub 30m dive sites in the UK and Europe. DiveStay thrives on word-of-mouth recommendation and repeat bookings. We offer daily, mid-week, and […]
Framed by the black rocks of the bay to the west and the harbour walls to the east, this fairly exposed East Coast beach is ideal for catching crabs and starfishes and offers quite reliable surf, although summer tends to be mostly flat. There is an attractive coastal path running from the fishing village of […]
Where today there are just a few ruins and a modest Parish Church there once stood one of the most important religious buildings in Scotland. At the height of its powers, the Priory had a huge business empire and significant political influence. Thanks to a Heritage Lottery funded restoration project, the Priory remains have been […]
No visit to St Abbs is complete without experiencing the coastline from the sea. Join Paul or Graeme on Riptide for a fastblast or a leisurely cruise for dolphin and bird-watching along one of East Scotland’s most beautiful coastlines. USUAL DAILY SAILING TIMES (summer season) Hourly from lunchtime: 12pm , 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm Early evening […]
Designed by architect David Henderson, Pease Dean Bridge was the tallest bridge in the world at the time of construction. It’s four arches stand at 130ft tall! Now the bridge stands in the Pease Dean Wildlife, an ancient semi-natural woodland, full of wonderful wildlife and nature which is in walking distance of the Pease Bay […]
The life of the historical hero of the town, William Spears (1812–1885), is celebrated by the dramatic bronze statue in Eyemouth Market Place, where he stands pointing the way to Ayton, the scene of his peaceful demonstration. At great personal risk, Spears led a revolt against the tithes on fish levied by the Church of […]
SURF, SNORKEL & KAYAK HIRE St Vedas Surf Shop is located beach front at Coldingham Bay. The shop is well stocked with all the surfing essentials you would need, including wetsuits, surfboards, and more! You can also hire kayaks and snorkelling gear for your visit to the beach so why not explore the Berwickshire Marine […]
Here at Rock House in St abbs we have a Self Catering Cottage suitable for a couple, A dive Lodge suitable for up to 10, it has 3 en suite rooms and a self catering kitchen and a B&B room within our home. Both the Cottage and B&B room are on AirBnB. We have a […]
