Surveyed in March 2015. A rectangular structure with brick walls and a flat, reinforced concrete roof, measuring 1.75m high, and 3.5m square. Semi-open to the south. Brick walls are one and a half bricks thick in English bond arrangement, appear to be constructed of Annbank bricks. Generally good condition, some cracks in brick walls. Originally used as a observation post, looking for mines in the loch, either air dropped or set by U-boats. Imminent plans for restoration, to include stainless steel seating and a battery-powered sound feature recreating the noise of a flying boat taking off.
Location
204085.00
568049.00
27700
54.9684410
-5.0622134
Submitted photographs
Image
Date
Caption
User
19/04/2023
General view of observation post
joannahambly
19/04/2023
Observation Post
joannahambly
19/04/2023
Frontage of observation post
joannahambly
19/04/2023
Interior of observation post
joannahambly
07/02/2013
Lookout post, Wig Bay
joannahambly
07/02/2013
Lookout post, Wig Bay
joannahambly
07/02/2013
Lookout post, Wig Bay
joannahambly
Submitted updates
Update id
Date
User
4477
19/04/2023
joannahambly
724
07/02/2013
nic
Tidal state
Low
Site located?
Yes
Proximity to coast edge
11-50m
Coastally eroding?
not eroding
Coastal defence
Yes
Threats
visitor erosion; tipping; structural damage/decay
Visibility above ground
Highly visible (substantial remains)
Visibility in section
Not visible
Access
easily accessible - no restrictions; accessible on foot (footpath); vehicular access