Discover East Lothian

10 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights

Tantallon Castle
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Tantallon Castle

Tantallon Castle, North Berwick, East Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom

A medieval fortress located atop a rocky promontory overlooking the Firth of Forth, offering dramatic landscape shots of the castle and its surroundings.

HISTORICALLANDSCAPE
Seacliff Beach
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Seacliff Beach

Seacliff Beach, Seacliff Road, North Berwick, EH39 5PP, United Kingdom

This beach offers stunning views of the Bass Rock and is a great spot for coastal and wildlife photography.

LANDSCAPEWILDLIFE
Dirleton Castle
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Dirleton Castle

Dirleton Castle, Dirleton, East Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom

One of Scotland's oldest architectural pieces, offering rich historical context and picturesque surroundings.

ARCHITECTUREHISTORICAL
Gosford House
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Gosford House

Aberlady, East Lothian

A stunning estate with beautiful gardens and architecture, perfect for capturing estate and garden photography.

North Berwick Law
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North Berwick Law

North Berwick, East Lothian

A 200-metre hill offering panoramic views of East Lothian and the Firth of Forth. Features a replica of a whale jawbone at the top.

Aberlady Bay
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Aberlady Bay

Aberlady, East Lothian

A nature reserve with diverse wildlife and scenic views, perfect for capturing natural landscapes and wildlife photography.

Gullane Beach
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Gullane Beach

Main Street, Gullane, EH31 2AA, United Kingdom

Known for its picturesque views and scenic coastline, Gullane Beach is perfect for capturing natural beauty and beach activities.

LANDSCAPEWATERSCAPE
The Lodge Grounds
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The Lodge Grounds

North Berwick, East Lothian

Features a stunning aviary with colourful birds, offering unique wildlife photography opportunities.

Thorter Burn Falls
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Thorter Burn Falls

Near North Berwick

A picturesque waterfall with a tranquil atmosphere, ideal for capturing serene natural landscapes.

East Links Family Park
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East Links Family Park

North Berwick, East Lothian

An amusement park with various attractions, offering opportunities for capturing dynamic family moments and vibrant colours.