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Next days
The 7-day forecast, hourly plan and an alert for this beach are in pre-sale.
See the pre-saleWhere to look
Search the rocks by the harbour and the beaches south of it at low water. Skip it in a big swell or an easterly wind, because waves wash over the ledges.
What you can find
crabs, anemones, starfish, sea urchins, sea slugs, kelp
What to do: rockpooling, wildlife watching
Shellfish and sanitary status: The waters are a voluntary marine reserve, so do not collect shellfish here. In Scotland, area classifications and biotoxin warnings are published by Food Standards Scotland.
Rules and safety
Reserve rules apply: look in place and put stones back. Stay on the paths on the St Abb's Head cliffs. Access to the shore follows the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
About the place
St Abbs is a small fishing village with a harbour and a rocky shore. In 1984 Britain's first voluntary marine reserve, the St Abbs and Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve, was set up here. Clear water and rock make for rich pools.
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