The first day of our Scottish holiday began with a low tide on the estuary outside our window - the perfect opportunity to go and explore Cramond Island. This small uninhabited island sits at the mouth of the River Almond, just north of Edinburgh, and it’s accessible on foot at low tide.
The causeway is lined with dramatic concrete structures, built as an anti-boat defence during World War II. I think they look like dragon’s teeth, the only visible part of an animal snoozing beneath the estuary sands. Today the island is mostly given up to nature (although there’s a small cottage hidden in the central among the trees) but a guard station remains on the hill top at the end of the causeway.
Views from the causeway…
A heron hunting among the sea defences.
Looking back towards the mainland from the derelict guard’s station.
With the tide about to turn we headed back to the mainland and set about exploring a little more of Cramond village.
The church and graveyard looked lovely in the sunshine, although sadly the church was firmly locked.
Strolling along by the River Almond.
These two ducks were regular visitors to the promenade outside our flat - we’d see them sitting on the wall most days during our holiday.
Photos taken 25 April 2023.