I have often puttered around Musselburgh Beach and Fisherrow Harbour but then stop. I don’t know why.
As I pondered the map, I noticed that there are lagoons behind Musselburgh’s race track.
We are such creatures of habit. I have no idea why I had not ventured further than Fisherrow Harbour especially since I consider myself an explorer! How did I miss that? So this walk had a mission to visit the lagoons.
As I ventured east, I smiled at the statues that recognised the fishermen of days gone by. The Fisherrow fishermen.
The views were amazing. I could see Arthur’s seat and the shores of Portobello in the distance.
To continue east, I had to walk along the River Esk. What a lovely walk! It was a great day for it.
While crossing the bridge I stopped to scan the lovers’ locks.
The wildflowers along the river bank were in full bloom and looked marvellous. It was evident that a lot of effort has gone into this path.
I loved that there were maps posted regularly and in my case specifically, the maps highlighted the location of the lagoons.
I continued the walk east until I reached the Nature reserve where the lagoons were located
I found them! My photos do not give the lagoons justice. What a tranquil beautiful site. A nature reserve with birds as its primary focus.
Well, that was definitely worth it. These short walks are definitely helping me get my “mojo” back 🙂
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