Burghead is a charming coastal village in Moray, with the sea on three sides due to its peninsula setting. Overlooking the Moray Firth, the town boasts a captivating history that stretches back around 1,500 years to its beginnings as a Pictish fort. Remnants of the ancient Burghead Fort are still visible today.
Burghead Fort is one of the most essential Pictish archaeological sites in Scotland, with some sections of the Fort remaining today. The Visitor Centre offers a glimpse into the site's historical significance. The Burghead Bulls are stone carvings that were discovered here and are now feature in museums. They carved Burghead Well from solid rock and likely used it for ceremonial activities.
Beyond the harbour, Burghead Beach extends for miles along the coast towards the stunning Findhorn, which features golden sands and clear waters. Findhorn, a coastal village, showcases its stunning beach and attracts visitors with its natural beauty. The harbour has been vital to the village's fishing heritage and is a picturesque spot with breathtaking views of the Moray Firth. The Moray Coastal Trail runs along the harbour's edge, extending towards Lossiemouth. Lossiemouth the "Jewel of Moray", with two stunning beaches, the East and West. The West Beach has views of Covesea Lighthouse.
A short drive away is the delightful town of Forres. Where you can find Nelson's Tower and the beautiful Grant Park. Elgin is around an 8-mile drive to the SouthWest. Elgin is at the heart of Speyside, one of Scotland's key whisky regions. The scenic village of Hopeman lies to the east, offering another beautiful beach and a quaint harbour.
