Crew of the Ariel Gazelle, which survived the storm
The Eyemouth Disaster was a severe European windstorm that struck the southern coast of Scotland, specifically Berwickshire, on October 14, 1881. 189 fishermen died; most of them were from the village of Eyemouth. Many citizens of Eyemouth call the day Black Friday. A European windstorm is a severe cyclonic storm that tracks across the North Atlantic towards northwestern Europe in the winter months. ... Royal motto: Nemo me impune lacessit (English: No one provokes me with impunity) Scotlands location within the UK Languages English, Gaelic, Scots Capital Edinburgh Largest city Glasgow First Minister Jack McConnell Area - Total - % water Ranked 2nd UK 78,782 km² 1. ... Berwickshire (Siorrachd Bhearaig in Gaelic) is an ancient traditional county and Lieutenancy area of Scotland, on the border with England. ... October 14 is the 287th day of the year (288th in Leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... 1881 was a common year starting on Saturday (see link for calendar). ... Eyemouth Harbour. ...
Some boats that had not capsized were wrecked on the Hurkar Rocks. Two days later, the Ariel Gazelle, turned up in Eyemouth; it had braved the storm instead of fleeing. Newhaven is a harbour village within the City of Edinburgh, Scotland, between Leith and Granton. ... St. ...
Aftermath
A donation-led relief fund was established to provide financial security to families who had lost members to the storm. The response was significant, bringing in over £50 000. A donation is a gift to a fund or cause, usually for charitable reasons. ...
Reference
Peter Aitchison. Children of the Sea: The Story of the People of Eyemouth. Tuckwell Press Ltd, 2001.
Eyemouth is one of the most popular venues in the Borders for events and festivals.
The area’s natural and cultural heritage is celebrated in annual events such as the East Berwickshire Natural History Festival (June), Eyemouth Herring Queen Festival (July) and Smugglers Christmas (December).
On Sunday 9th May hundreds of residents and visitors to Eyemouth took part in a afternoon of service and rememberance for VE Day.
Choosing to spend your vacation in Eyemouth will provide you with the opportunity to visit the fishing villages in the area, such as Ayton, Reston and St.
Eyemouth is also popular because of its wide sandy beach.
ScottishHolidays.net is currently accepting photographs of Eyemouth and would be delighted to publish your pictures of the area on our webpage for other fans of Eyemouth to enjoy.
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