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North Sea reefs, kelp gullies and historic wrecks beneath Scotland's seabird cliffs
Key fee: Berwickshire Marine Reserve recreational access
No general fee or diver tag listed
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
The reviewed Berwickshire Marine Reserve material does not list a general recreational diver tag or marine-park entry fee, and no destination tourism levy was identified in the official local planning sources. Ordinary access is therefore mainly shaped by charter, equipment, accommodation and parking costs. International visitors may also need the national UK ETA. Charges and access rules can change, so verify the official source linked to each item before travel.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berwickshire Marine Reserve recreational access |
No general fee or diver tag listed Not applicable for ordinary recreational access |
| Recreational divers, snorkelers and other ordinary visitors |
| No purchase required in the reviewed reserve guidance |
The absence of a general tag does not remove the duty to follow the reserve Code of Conduct, harbour rules, protected-wildlife law and operator instructions. Charter, training, rental, parking and gas charges remain separate. |
| St Abb's Head National Nature Reserve entry | Free Per visit | Pedestrian visitors | No admission ticket required | The National Trust for Scotland lists free adult admission. Seasonal facilities, events or third-party services may have separate terms. |
| St Abb's Head car park | GBP 5 Per day at the current published rate | Visitors arriving by car; Trust members may have member benefits | National Trust for Scotland car park | This was the official published price at the research date. The car park is unsuitable for coaches, and busy summer days can fill early. |
| United Kingdom Electronic Travel Authorisation | GBP 20 According to the traveller's current GOV.UK authorization and passport | Eligible overseas visitors who require an ETA rather than a visa | Where to pay | Use only the official GOV.UK service. Nationality, immigration status and travel purpose determine whether an ETA, visa or exemption applies. |
| Drone permission at St Abb's Head | No public fee published Prior permission required for any approved flight | Amateur and commercial drone operators | Contact the National Trust for Scotland property team | St Abb's Head is a no-drone zone to prevent disturbance. Do not launch unless the appropriate National Trust permission and all legal requirements are in place. |
Fee
Not applicable for ordinary recreational access
The absence of a general tag does not remove the duty to follow the reserve Code of Conduct, harbour rules, protected-wildlife law and operator instructions. Charter, training, rental, parking and gas charges remain separate.
Per visit
The National Trust for Scotland lists free adult admission. Seasonal facilities, events or third-party services may have separate terms.
Per day at the current published rate
This was the official published price at the research date. The car park is unsuitable for coaches, and busy summer days can fill early.
According to the traveller's current GOV.UK authorization and passport
Use only the official GOV.UK service. Nationality, immigration status and travel purpose determine whether an ETA, visa or exemption applies.
Prior permission required for any approved flight
St Abb's Head is a no-drone zone to prevent disturbance. Do not launch unless the appropriate National Trust permission and all legal requirements are in place.