Silverknowes is just East of Cramond. The photo shows the sailing area at low tide. We sail here in an Easterly or North Easterly wind. When the tide comes in, the wind from the right produces significant waves in fairly shallow water. The sailing is between the promenade and Cramond Island.
Warm temperatures over central Scotland add a thermal effect, and the wind seems to funnel up the estuary, so winds can be stronger here than you might expect.
At high tide, you may have to launch from the rocks. When the tide goes out, you'll have a long walk to the sea.
From Edinburgh, take the road to Queensferry, then turn right at traffic lights towards Cramond.
After a small roundabout, turn right at a small road alongside a stone wall. This is Lauriston Farm Road. Turn left at the roundabout, which takes you towards the sea. At the end, turn right and park as soon as you can. Free parking on the road.
15 June 2007 Photo and Video
12 May 2009 Photo (large)