Midget Submarine wrecks, Aberlady Bay

Wrecks of two World War II X-type midget submarines in Aberlady Bay. These vessels were about 16 metres (52 ft) long, only big enough for a crew of four: a commander, a pilot, an engineer and a specialist diver. They were powered by a diesel engine when on the surface and an electric motor when underwater. These midget submarines were exclusively used for special coastal operations, for instance the 1943 raid on the German battleship Tirpitz in a Norwegian fjord and as guide boats for the 1944 Normandy landings. (Text from https://curiousedinburgh.org/2024/04/13/aberlady-bays-midget-submarines/)

We will meet at 11:00 at the parking lot at the wooden bridge which leads into the NR. Driving from Aberlady on the A 198 in direction of Gullane, this parking lot is found after some 100 m on your left hand side. There are limited parking spaces, thus if full you might have to park at Aberlady.
Please note the earlier start and longer walking time (about 30-45minutes each way). Please be sure that you can comfortably walk 2 hours. The sand will be wettish, thus use sturdy shoes. I suggest we walk out and back to the shore together, where we then (after all our photographic work) have time for a picnic; bring a packed lunch and a flask of tea. [Those who want to do more, can explore the long beautiful sandy beach or Gullane point which offers great views of seabirds). After our picnic we can walk back to the cars together.

Nearest station is Longniddry, we may be able to collect and drop off a few people, please leave a comment in the event if you are looking for a lift.