St Abbs is a small fishing village on Scotland’s southeastern coast, located in the Coldingham parish in the Scottish Borders. St Abbs was first known as Coldingham Shore. Before any buildings were put up, the fishermen who worked from the beach lived at Fisher's Brae in Coldingham. The first building in St Abbs was built around the middle of the 18th century. Later, a row of five cottages was added.
Eyemouth is a town and civil parish located in Berwickshire, within the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. The town gets its name from where it sits at the mouth of the Eye Water. Along the Berwickshire coast, you’ll find high cliffs above deep, clear water, as well as sandy coves and charming harbours. Eyemouth is a fishing port known for its annual Herring Queen Festival. The town features landmarks like Gunsgreen House and a cemetery watch-house that once protected graves from body snatchers. Its narrow streets and 'vennels' still show the charm of a traditional fishing village.
The Eyemouth pale is a type of cold-smoked haddock. It stands out from other varieties, such as Finnan haddock, for its lighter, golden colour and milder, smokier flavour, thanks to a shorter smoking process. Eyemouth is close to the villages of Ayton, Reston, St Abbs, Coldingham, and Burnmouth in Berwickshire. Along the coast, you can enjoy birdwatching, walking, fishing, and diving. There are several hotels, B&Bs, and a holiday park for places to stay.