"Messengers"

Visible on the left is Turnberry Lighthouse, which marks a dangerous

part of the Ayrshire coast, off which lies Bristo Rock which was

responsible for many wrecks. The Lighthouse was designed by

Engineers David and Thomas Stevenson. They examined the rock and

reported on 18 May 1869 that it was inadvisable to erect a

lighthouse on the rock itself, but suggested that the best place

would be on Turnberry Point, where it now stands. It is situated

close to the 9th hole of Turnberry Golf Course in what was once the

moat of Turnberry Castle, which disputes with Lochmaben the honour

of being the birthplace of Robert Bruce (1274 -1329). A tiny little

light in the distance comes from Aisla Craig's lighthouse. Aisla

Craig is a small island, natural seabird reserve, which is

considered to be one of the most important breeding sites for

northern gannets. It is also a haven for other seabird species,

including guillemot and razorbill. Please have a look at the larger

version. Your comments/critiques much appreciated.