All the way up the East coast, ports that made their name in the herring era have reinvented themselves by investing in marina facilities. Visiting sailors can enjoy a busy programme of summer regattas and festivals as well as stopping off in Scotland’s capital city.

The growth of marina facilities in the area has changed in recent years and eastern Scotland is now as well served as any part of the country.

This welcome trend has been seen all the way from the border at Berwick to Wick in the far north. Often these facilities are within former fishing harbours and, while some may be smaller, they all offer a warm welcome. Furthermore, many ‘unconverted’ fishing harbours are also pleased to welcome visiting yachts so there are lots of choices.

You can view the aerial guides to Inverness, Wick, Port Edgar and Arbroath here