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A royal burgh situated on the banks of the Firth
of Forth, North Berwick boasts sandy beaches, golf
courses and the Scottish Seabird Centre.
In the background stands 613ft high North Berwick
Law. On top of it is a watchtower and an arch
constructed from the jaws of a whale. Bass Rock
lies a mile out in the Firth.
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North Berwick Law - Photo:
Craig J. Seath
CCL |
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North Berwick - Photo:
Richard Webb
CCL |
In 1590 a local witchcraft
trial ended in the execution of three ‘witches’
accused of trying to kill James V1 by sinking his
ship by throwing a cat into the Forth.
Tantallon Castle was built in the 14th century as
the stronghold of the famous Douglas clan.
Although it has 100ft cliffs on three sides it was
destroyed by Oliver Cromwell after a 12-day siege
in 1651. Only earthworks have survived. |
