Battlefields & battle sites · Central Scotland
Battle of May Island
In or near Pittenweem.
Battle of May Island in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.
James Allan — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Battle of May Island is a place of interest in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom — drawn from open-data sources for visitor reference. See the linked Wikipedia article for the full description.
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Official information
The Isle of May National Nature Reserve is a vital habitat for seabirds and seals, offering visitors the chance to witness a variety of wildlife in a stunning natural setting. The island features nesting seabirds, including puffins, and is home to the largest Atlantic grey seal colony in eastern Britain. Visitors can explore the island's rich history and natural wonders.
From the Wikipedia article
The Battle of May Island is the name given to the series of accidents that occurred during Operation E.C.1 in 1918. Named after the Isle of May, a nearby island in the Firth of Forth, the "battle" consisted of a disastrous series of accidents amongst Royal Navy vessels on their way from Rosyth, Scotland, to fleet exercises in the North Sea. On the misty night of 31 January–1 February 1918, five collisions occurred between eight vessels. Two K-class submarines were lost and four other submarines and a light cruiser were damaged. 105 British sailors in total died in the accidents.
Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.
- Coordinates
- 56.1858, -2.5575
- Address
- Waters off the Isle of May
- Phone
- 01738 458800
- Official site
- www.nature.scot
Sources
- wikidata: Q1784617 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Battle of May Island (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Battle of May Island?
- Battle of May Island is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Battle of May Island?
- Battle of May Island in Scotland Islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Battle of May Island?
- Its coordinates are 56.1858°, -2.5575°.
- Is Battle of May Island free to visit?
- Yes, Battle of May Island is free to enter.