OS1/13/98/57
| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BEACON ROCK | Beacon Rock | R. Peters Esq. Kirkland Mr. A. Patrick, buckhaven |
025 | A small low water loch near the entrance to Methill harbour, which acts as a beacon or guide to the mariner. |
| BROADHILLS ROCKS | Broadhill Rocks | R. Peters Esq. Kirkland Mr. a. Patrick Buckhaven |
025 | A ledge of low water rocks opposite Buckhaven Links, of a circular appearance. |
| METHIL PIER | Methill Pier | R. Peters Esq. Kirkland Mr. A. Patrick Buckhaven |
025 | This pier and harbour was erected in the year 1462 by the Earl of Wemyss, and rebuilt by Admiral Wemyss in the year 1837. The work is done in a strong tough manner and will admit vessels of 200 tons at high water formerly large quantities of salt and coal was shipped at it, but at present very little is done, except as a shelter for fishing boats. |
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Robina Llewellyn
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