Phil and Clare run this small, unique family business. We are originally from Manchester/Bollington and moved up in June 2018 and haven’t looked back since.
The views here are outstanding. On a clear day you can see across to Hoy, The Orkneys and Scapaflow.
There are many species of birds that nest in the cliff faces during Spring and Summer. During the months of April to August you will see the Puffins at Dunnet Head Lighthouse which is three miles up the road. So if you are a keen bird watcher, this is your place.
We have resident Harbour/Common and Grey seals down in the Bay. There can be as many forty at any given time. Please do not disturb the seals whilst they are resting on the slipway or on the rocks. Keep your distance, of at least 100 meters. It is an offence to disturb a seal in its natural habitat and the bay is monitored closely.
There are plenty of caves to explore along the coastline and in the bay. We do get quite a few sea kayaker’s in the summer, some of which do a bit of fishing, as well as paddle boarders and some brave the bay for a bit of a snorkel/dive. or swim. Please bear in mind that the Pentland Firth is one of the most dangerous stretches of sea in the world, do not venture out into the sea without letting someone know and always wear a life jacket if going out on a kayak, canoe, paddle board or boat.
As for the fish, they are in abundance. There are Bass at Dunnet Bay. Cod, Pollock and Sea Trout in and around the Bay here.
The Ferries to the Orkney Isles can be caught from Scrabster and Gills Bay, of which are only 20/25 minutes away from our property. Please find the link for the ferries on our ‘useful links’ page.
If you enjoy a challenging walk, perhaps you’d like to try the walk from Duncasby Head to Cape Wrath. All the information and help you will need can be found on our ‘useful links’ page.
We hope you enjoy your stay with us and that you will be back again one day.
Brough Bay Association, take care of the upkeep of the pier/slipway as well as the grounds down at the Bay.