Craigleith, Fidra and Bass Rock from North Berwick: April 2023

     

    Craigleith and the Bass Rock Copyright Alastair Seagroatt and licensed under Creative Commons Licence

    Trip summary

    Aim to land and summit all 3 islands on this 4 hour trip.


    Dates

    A range of dates are available requiring participants to have some flexible to take account of the often difficult landing conditions due to high swell.

    • April 1st Sat 0930
    • April 15th Sat 0800
    • April 22nd Sat 1330
    • April 23rd Sun 1400
    • April 30th Sun 0830

    Primary and secondary dates will be announced to increase probability of landing in suitable conditions.

    Co-ordinator

    Brian Curle

    Trip itinerary

    Hills to climbs:

    • Fidra 33m SIB and P30 Tump
    • Craigleth 49m SIB and P30 Tump
    • Bass Rock 112m SIB and Hump

    RSPB reserve managers have provided permission for access – care will be required not to overly disturb birds.

    For those interested, lighthouses exist on Fidra and Bass Rock.

    Businesses arranged through

    Braveheart with Dougie – Braveheart Boat Trips, North Berwick.

    Cost

    Boat can accommodate 6 passengers with estimated price £75 per trip.

    Costs will be proportioanally higher with fewer passengers.

    Reserve or enquire about trip

    Email Brian_curleATblueyonder.co.uk. Please indicate which dates for which you are available.

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