Scarlett near Castletown has a rocky shore and interesting surrounding landscape derived from the underlying Carboniferous limestone, a result of sedimentation producing rock with very strong lines of strata. the dramatic lines of this rock can be seen at the flooded quarry beside the shore, as well as the eroded shore itself. Evidence of prehistoric life is present in the many fossils in the rock of the area, the presence of objects such as ruins and dry stone walls as shown in this collection adding to the interest.

Perpendicular Gateways

Misaligned walls create a gateway less susceptible to the shore winds.

Bails and Ruins

Recently harvested field with hay bails, featuring a ruin in the background and hills beyond.

Ruin Sky

Panorama of sky and a long brick ruin.

Scarlett Path

Limestone , small building, lookout tower and drystone wall.

Flooded Quarry

Disused and flooded quarry, with a prominent ruin behind.

Wall and Cliff

A wall built into the limestone cliff, creating an interesting contrast.

Clashing Rock

Forms of the eroded rock create interesting compositions, with texture helping to describe depth and distance.

Ruin Field

Framed view of a field from a brick ruin.