Mull of Galloway

Useful Links and/or Updates

Fantastic cafe at Mull of Galloway lighthouse: http://www.galliecraig.co.uk

Visitor information at Mull of Galloway RSPB reserve: http://www.rspb.org.uk

Tidal Times Correction (Scottish Sea kayaking 1st Edition):

At the Mull of Galloway: The W going inshore tidal stream starts at about 1 hour and 45 minutes before HW Liverpool (-0130 HW Dover). The E going inshore tidal stream starts at about 4 hours 15 minutes after Liverpool (+0430 Dover).

4.5km SSW of the Mull of Galloway: The W going tidal stream starts at about 5 minutes after HW Liverpool (+0020 HW Dover). The E going tidal stream starts 6 hours before HW Liverpool (-0550 HW Dover).

East going eddy between Port Kemin and Lagvag: Starts an hour after the W going inshore tidal stream about 45 minutes before HW Liverpool (-0030 HW Dover).

West Coast of Mull of Galloway: The N going tidal stream starts at about 2 hours and 50 minutes before HW Greenock (-0135 HW Dover). The S going tidal stream starts at about 3 hours and 10 minutes after HW Greenock (+0425 HW Dover).

Max Rate Sp   Off Mull of Galloway 6 knots. Off the main headlands on the west coast 4 knots. East going eddy between Port Kemin and Lagvag not strong except off Carrickcorie (NX 141304), 500m SE of West Tarbet (can paddle against with a bit of effort).