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Montrose Basin

Angus, United Kingdom

Montrose Basin is a near-circular tidal basin on the Angus coast, a protected wildlife reserve where the River South Esk meets the sea.

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Illustrative nature reserve photo
Illustrative photo, not Montrose Basin. Photo: Dmytro Koplyk / Unsplash
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LOCATIONAngus

United Kingdom

About Montrose Basin

Montrose Basin is a nearly circular tidal basin that forms part of the estuary of the River South Esk. It lies just inland of the town of Montrose in Angus, on the east coast of Scotland, where the river widens before reaching the sea.

The basin is managed by the Scottish Wildlife Trust as a wildlife reserve. It also holds several layers of protection, as a Local Nature Reserve, Site of Special Scientific Interest, Special Protection Area and Ramsar site, reflecting its value for nature.

Highlights

  • Tidal basin on the River South Esk estuary
  • Managed by the Scottish Wildlife Trust
  • Ramsar site and Special Protection Area
  • Outdoor, best on a dry day

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